The Hunter Valley is home to a new state-of-the-art fire station after the NSW Government invested $7 million to rebuild Cessnock station, improving fire-protection in the region.
Firefighters in the Hunter are now benefitting from a centrally located modern station, with the new site around four times the size of the former station and housing two fire trucks.
Cessnock's new station has the capacity to accommodate more vehicles, more equipment and up to 27 staff. It has been fitted out with modern amenities, has dedicated 'clean firefighter' zones reducing potential contamination, and is a more energy sustainable and environmentally friendly building.
Firefighters based at Cessnock Fire Station respond to around 600 incidents per year, serving a community of over 50,000 people. This station has been designed to support ongoing growth in the community.
Cessnock station services Aberdare, Bellbird, Kitchener, Neath, and Pokolbin. Firefighters will also support stations in Abermain, Bankston, Kersley, Kurri Kurri, and Singleton.
The Minns Labor Government has heavily invested in essential services through the 2025-26 Budget as part of our crucial work to rebuild essential services people rely on.
The investment includes fire station upgrades and rebuilds, forming part of a $98.7 million capital investment by the NSW Government.
The Minns Labor Government is working to keep people safe and better serve communities by supporting our frontline emergency services.
Minister for Emergency Services Minister Jihad Dib said:
"This improved and modern facility provides a practical hub for our firefighters to keep the local community safe.
"With four engine bays and extra training, living, and storage space the Cessnock Fire Station will serve the community for years to come.
"We're not just replacing an ageing station, we're future-proofing firefighting in the region."
Member for Cessnock Clayton Barr said:
"I'm excited to see this new station open, which will greatly benefit the entire community.
"This new station will provide firefighters with a safe, sustainable, and purpose-built facility, which can better serve the people of Cessnock and surrounding areas."
Fire and Rescue NSW Commissioner Jeremy Fewtrell said:
"This new station will allow fire crews to respond rapidly to emergencies from a modern, purpose-built building.
"We asked firefighters what would make their working conditions better and we took that advice on board as we finalised the design."
