Published on Thursday, 19 June 2025 at 8:00:00 AM
The outstanding contributions of the Shire’s emergency services volunteers was recognised at the annual Emergency Services Awards Night, held on Friday 13 June at Mardella Meadows.
The event brought together members of the volunteer bush fire brigades and their families, State Emergency Service (SES), Shire representatives, DFES officers, and local members of parliament to celebrate the commitment and achievements of those who give their time to protect the Serpentine Jarrahdale community.
Shire President Rob Coales said the awards ceremony was a meaningful opportunity to recognise the courage and dedication of the Shire’s emergency services volunteers.
“We live in an area where extreme events — like bushfires and severe storms — are always a possibility, which is why our volunteers are an integral part of the Shire,” President Coales said.
“Over the past 12 months, our volunteer brigades and SES members responded to more than 310 incidents in and outside the Shire.
“Their service not only protects lives and properties but also strengthens our community’s awareness and resilience. We’re so grateful for the time, effort and care they give so selflessly,” President Coales continued.
“I also want to extend my gratitude to their families and friends whose support, patience, and encouragement helps our volunteers do what they do.
“The annual Awards Night is our opportunity to say thank you and to celebrate the volunteers. This night is for you.”
Among the award recipients was Robert Fawcett from the Emergency Support Brigade who was recognised for more than half a century of service, receiving a 55-year clasp on his National Medal.
2025 award highlights – recipient list
The Shire is proud to honour the following award recipients for their outstanding service and dedication to the community.
Award
|
Recipient
|
Brigade/Unit
|
| 5 Year Long Service Medal |
Liam Brennan |
Mundijong BFB |
| Martin Pyle |
Mundijong BFB |
| Charles Kottler |
Jarrahdale BFB |
| Olivia Ovens |
Jarrahdale BFB |
| Vittorio Montefusco |
Byford BFB |
| Liam Briggs |
Byford BFB |
| Brandon Ivic |
Byford BFB |
| Melanie Fowler |
Oakford BFB |
| Rhett Hislop |
Oakford BFB |
| James Beasley |
Oakford BFB |
| Nicole McGowan |
Keysbrook BFB |
| Shelley Cooper |
Keysbrook BFB |
| Cameron Turner |
Serpentine BFB |
| Bradley Morrissey |
Serpentine BFB |
| Matt Hendrickson |
Serpentine Jarrahdale SES |
| 10 Year Long Service Medal |
Ian Junk |
Keysbrook BFB |
| Justin Cloney |
Serpentine BFB |
| Nathan Bishop |
Oakford BFB |
| Chris Marsh |
Byford BFB |
| Michael Napier |
Jarrahdale BFB |
| Jane Scott |
Jarrahdale BFB |
| Tim Scott |
Jarrahdale BFB |
| Jeff Walton |
Serpentine Jarrahdale SES |
| 15 Year Clasp |
Belinda Briscoe |
Jarrahdale BFB |
| 20 Year Clasp |
Jacobus Stockman |
Serpentine BFB |
| Josephine Cudmore |
Keysbrook BFB |
| Jessica Gibson |
Byford BFB |
| Peter Cupitt |
Byford BFB |
| 25 Year Clasp |
Donald Downey |
Serpentine BFB |
| 30 Year Clasp |
David Vickery-Howe |
Oakford BFB |
| Paul Maddern |
Byford BFB |
| 35 Year Clasp |
Darran Johnson |
Serpentine BFB |
| Peter Andrews |
Byford BFB |
| 40 Year Clasp |
Robin Elliot |
Keysbrook BFB |
| 45 Year Clasp |
Coralie Parkin |
Keysbrook BFB |
| 50 Year Clasp |
Robert Fawcett |
Emergency Support Brigade |
| National Medal (15 Years) |
Belinda Briscoe |
Jarrahdale BFB |
| Shelley Cooper |
Keysbrook BFB |
| Judy Hambley |
Keysbrook BFB |
| Paul Williamson |
Oakford BFB |
| Scott McCoy |
Oakford BFB |
| Alexander Hatch |
Serpentine BFB |
| Judy Curtis |
Byford BFB |
| David Gibson |
Byford BFB |
| Nathan Carrall |
Emergency Support Brigade |
| National Medal (20 Year Clasp) |
Shane Swinton |
Oakford BFB |
| National Medal (25 Year Clasp) |
Donald Downey |
Serpentine BFB |
| National Medal (35 Year Clasp) |
Darran Johnson |
Serpentine BFB |
| National Medal (55 Year Clasp) |
Robert Fawcett |
Emergency Support Brigade |
| Captains Award |
Anne Cooper |
Mundijong BFB |
| Neil Munkley |
Byford BFB |
| Trevor Starcevich |
Serpentine BFB |
| Adam Mathlin |
Oakford BFB |
| Ian Junk |
Keysbrook BFB |
| Sonya Morris |
Jarrahdale BFB |
| Julia Ward |
Emergency Support Brigade |
| Evan Wade |
Serpentine Jarrahdale SES |
| Chiefs Award |
Chris Burgess |
Keysbrook BFB |
| Jason White |
Serpentine Jarrahdale Bush Fire Service |
| Cadet Award |
Lexi Gray |
Byford Cadets |
Congratulations to all recipients and thank you to every one of our emergency services volunteers and members who contribute to keeping the community safe.
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