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Welcome to the official page of the Central Coast Rescue Squad. Established in 1975 the rescue squad is the primary rescue agency for the Wyong Shire area.

We are available to assist 24 hours, 7 days a week

02/06/2026

Recently we had five of our new members participate in a five day course held on the Central Coast and at Cessnock. For the first two days, participants were training at our HQ in Warnervale, focussing on foundational rescue skills. The final three days were at Cessnock for training and assessment in road crash rescue. All new members have put in numerous hours of training to get to this point, and are now able to respond to call outs to assist our community.

If this looks interesting and the sort of thing that you would be keen to get involved in, then please reach out. We are always looking for new members!

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20/05/2026

Central Coast Rescue Squad - VRA Rescue NSW had several members assist NSW Police Force last week with a missing person search at Kariong. Our members were tasked to work alongside our remote area friends at VRA Rescue NSW - SORU, working in conjunction to search the bush and cliff lines.

07/05/2026

VRA Rescue NSW Deputy Commissioner - Alix Thom discussing VRA Rescue NSW involvement in the 2026 Road Crash Rescue Challenge.

Your Central Coast Rescue Squad - VRA Rescue NSW had three volunteers join a composite team, managing to place third in the CPR challenge!

06/05/2026

NSW Road Crash Rescue Challenge!!

Over the weekend, three of our volunteers travelled to Dubbo to compete in the 2026 NSW Road Crash Rescue Challenge. Our volunteers joined several others from squads in region east, competing and being assessed on a number of different rescue scenarios! It was also a great learning experience as there were a number of symposiums by subject matter experts from other agencies.

We are very proud to announce that our members placed third in the CPR Challenge! It's a testament to their countless hours of training and practical experience!

A massive shoutout to the event organisers, volunteers, and support personnel who made this event a success! Please see a small selection of photos of our team at the competition.

01/05/2026

Recently our members familiarised themselves with our two 4WD vehicles, spending time in Ourimbah State Forest and on Tuggerah Beach!

As one of only a few services that have a 4WD road crash rescue equiped vehicle, it is important that all our members train in driving off road on different terrain. Our response area includes large swathes of state forests, national parks, and beaches, often only accessible by 4WD.

Training covered:
*Vehicle familiarisation including strengths and weaknesses for both vehicles
*4WD techniques such as tyre pressures, diff lock use, etc
*Recovery techniques including recovery boards, sn**ch strap recovery, single and double line winch pulls, etc
*Line selection and communication techniques
*Ascending and descending
*Driving on a variety of terrains including rock, sand, and mud

Many thanks to Central Coast Council for allowing us access to the beach!

03/04/2026

Check out these great shots of our heavy rescue truck – on call 24/7, 365 days a year and packed with life-saving equipment.

01/04/2026

A huge thank you to Nexus Business Hub for their generous support of the Central Coast Rescue Squad.

Tonight, Nexus Business Hub provided us with a professional and welcoming space to hold our General meeting, giving our squad the opportunity to connect, plan, and prepare for the vital work we do in serving the community. Having access to quality meeting rooms and facilities makes a real difference in helping us stay organised and ready to respond when needed.

THANK YOU NEXUS!!! Check them out at www.nexushub.com.au

29/03/2026

Recently our Captain Dan Van Keimpema represented VRA Rescue NSW at NSW Parliament, receiving the Premier’s Flood Emergency Citation for his involvement during major flood events across NSW between 2021 and 2023.

Congratulations Dan!

17/03/2026

Over the weekend we had a couple of our members head to Nymboida River for a flood rescue course. Our members are now back on the Central Coast and are able to respond to flood rescues to support our community when required.

08/03/2026

🚨 RESCUE NEEDS YOU 🚨

Behind every rescue truck response is a dedicated team of volunteers ready to step forward when the community needs them most.

At the Central Coast Rescue Squad – VRA Rescue NSW, our members train hard, support each other, and respond to a wide range of incidents across the Central Coast — from road crash rescue to land searches and complex rescues. Our squad is powered by volunteers who give their time to protect and serve the community 24/7. 💚

Today we’re celebrating the amazing women of our squad — strong, capable rescue operators who bring skill, leadership, and teamwork to every training night and callout.

👩‍🚒 Interested in joining the team?
💬 Curious about what rescue training involves?
🚑 Want to give back to your community?

Reach out to the page or come along to a training night and see what rescue is all about.

Because rescue isn’t just about equipment…
It’s about people who step up when it matters most.

💚 See yourself in green?

Address

52-54 Warnervale Road
Warnervale, NSW
2259

Website

http://www.centralcoastvra.com/

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