THE CFS Foundation has announced its volunteer training team will soon be wearing distinctive polo shirts generously sponsored by Flinders Port Holdings (FPH).

CFS Foundation, a South Australian organisation which provides financial support to the state’s Country Fire Service firies and families, called the sponsorship a testament to FPH’s ongoing commitment to supporting the efforts of CFS volunteers in keeping SA safe.

CFS Foundation said its volunteer training team plays a critical role in preparing and training volunteers to respond to a wide range of emergency situations.

The new polo shirts, proudly displaying the CFS, FPH, and CFS Foundation logos, are tipped to enhance team identity and boost morale as they continue their important work across the state.

With seven ports across South Australia, including key regional areas, the foundation said FPH wanted to provide support to an organisation which is committed to protecting the state, with many staff involved across the CFS, especially in regional areas.

CFS Foundation patron Vince Monterola expressed his gratitude for the support, saying “Flinders Port Holdings has shown tremendous leadership in backing our volunteer force. The new shirts symbolise the strength and unity of the CFS volunteers who serve our community selflessly”.

Flinders Port Holdings CEO Stewart Lammin commented on the partnership, saying FPH is proud to support the CFS and its essential work.

“The CFS volunteers are the backbone of emergency response in South Australia, and we hope this contribution serves as a small token of our appreciation for their dedication.”

CFS chief officer Brett Loughlin said, “The SA Country Fire Service is South Australia’s largest emergency services sector and one of the state’s leading Registered Training Organisations, offering over 100 courses to equip members with the essential skills required to respond to approximately 8,000 incidents each year”.

“The generous support from Flinders Port Holdings, will provide well deserved recognition for our training teams as they deliver critical training to prepare South Australians for times of need.”

A presentation of the new polo shirts to the CFS volunteer trainers was held yesterday (25 November) at Flinders Adelaide Container Terminal, Outer Harbor.