26/08/2026
After over 63 years of dedication to not only the local brigades, but the surrounding communities, there’s truly no-one more deserving.
A huge congratulations to Col Stockdale for receiving the Country Fire Authority’s ‘Outstanding Service Medal’.
We extend our deepest gratitude to you.
Your advice, leadership and extensive on-the-job experience is invaluable to our brigade. No amount of training or book work can measure up to your real world knowledge.
The sheer fact that we had to lure Stocky to his own award ceremony, under false pretences, just goes to show the humility of this man.
He doesn’t do it for the gratitude. He doesn’t do it for the awards.
Everything he does is for the betterment of his brigade and community.
We also wish to recognise the unwavering support his family, especially his wife, have provided. This level of dedication would not be possible without you.
Thank you
Truly Thank you
-Koonwarra Fire Brigade
