22/06/2026
Outstanding Achievement – Hunter Area Championships, Macksville
What an incredible weekend for the Central Coast team at the Hunter Area Championships held at Macksville Showground!
After two days of intense competition, outstanding teamwork, and unwavering dedication, the team delivered exceptional performances across multiple events:
🥇 1st Place – Hose & Hydrant
🥈 2nd Place – Attack, Resupply & Change Over
🥈 2nd Place – Portable Pump Relay
🥉 3rd Place – LEGO Challenge
These fantastic results secured the Central Coast team 2nd Overall, earning them a well-deserved place at the NSW State Championships this September.
The Central Coast crew was made up of a composite team comprising Luke Masters (Martinsville Brigade), Martin Campbell, Benjamin Kennedy and Toby Sloane (Peninsula Brigade), and Alex Chick and Zachary MacDougall (Dora Creek Brigade). Their commitment, teamwork and professionalism throughout the weekend were a credit to their brigades and the District.
A huge thank you also goes to Group Officer Mark Chick and staff member Ian Wells for their incredible support and assistance in facilitating one of the championship events. Your contribution played an important role in the success of the competition and was greatly appreciated by all involved.
On behalf of District Manager Superintendent Shane Geerin and the District, congratulations to all participants on this outstanding achievement. Thank you for the commitment, dedication and professionalism you demonstrated throughout the weekend. Your efforts across all events exemplify the values of our organisation and showcase the strength of teamwork across the Central Coast.
We wish the team every success at the NSW State Championships and look forward to seeing them continue to excel on the state stage.
Well done, everyone — a remarkable achievement and one to be truly proud of
