NSW Rural Fire Service crews have moved into a new station at Catherine Field, marking a significant milestone for the brigade and a major investment in community safety across Sydney’s rapidly growing South West.
The new station replaces one which had served local volunteers and the community for decades.
The new $3.3 million station provides volunteers with a contemporary, purpose-built facility designed to support training, operational readiness and emergency response well into the future.
Minister for emergency services Jihad Dib, NSW Rural Fire Service commissioner Trent Curtin and Member for Leppington Nathan Hagarty toured the new station and met with volunteers.
The facility features three fire truck bays, dedicated training and meeting spaces, modern amenities including changerooms and bathrooms, and improved operational facilities to support the brigade’s membership and diverse emergency response role.
Catherine Field brigade members have now commenced transitioning into their new station.
“It’s great to have the brigade home in Catherine Field where they can continue to operate from the heart of the community it has protected for generations,’’ said Leppington state MP Nathan Hagarty.
“The Catherine Field Brigade has a proud history of serving the local community and responds to a wide range of incidents each year, including bush and grass fires, structure fires, motor vehicle accidents, storm damage and other emergencies.
“As Leppington and the surrounding suburbs continue to grow, the Catherine Field brigade will remain a vital part of our community, helping keep local families, homes and businesses safe,” Mr Hagarty said.
RFS commissioner Trent Curtin said the old station had reached the end of its operational life and no longer met the needs of a growing brigade in 2026.
“The new station is an important investment in the future of emergency services in this area, providing modern facilities that will support training, operational readiness and volunteer wellbeing,’’ he said.
“This station is not just an investment in infrastructure; it is an investment in our volunteers and the vital role they play in keeping their communities safe.’’