Victoria has seen a number of destructive fires over the years, and to help combat these, is an extensive and passionate group of volunteers offering their services to The Country Fire Authority (CFA).

This volunteer fire service is responsible for fire suppression, rescues, and response to other accidents and hazards across most of the state of Victoria.

Within the family of RFS we have two volunteers who willingly give up their time to work with CFA whenever they are required.

Profiling the father and son duo of Paul Brody and his son Sam Brody both are Operators in our Victorian Team. Paul is currently an Operator at Casterton and Sam is an Operator at Hamilton.

Paul, since retired from the CFA, had over 20 years of service, 12 years as the CFA Muntham Captain, and was also the Deputy Group Officer, Strike Team Leader, and Sector Commander, all very commendable positions that demonstrated Leadership, skill, and bravery.

Given his father’s commitment, at 15, Sam joined the CFA and is proud to hold a 15 year Service Medal and a National Service Medal. His career started at Muntham (3 years) , then to Coleraine (7 years), then onto Yulecart (5 years) and now our Depot in Hamilton is lucky and fortunate to have Sam in their team. As a 2nd Lieutenant and Training Officer with the Hamilton CFA, Sam’s skills and dedication, reflect an ongoing service to the CFA continuing his dad’s service.

We take this opportunity to thank them both for the many years of service and dedication to the CFA and to their respective communities.