SESVA Management Committee Summary of meeting held 23 July 2016
New Emergency Services Minister
Hon Reece Whitby MLA has been appointed as WA Minister for Police and Emergency Services.
Local Government Grants Scheme Review
Reform of the LGGS continues, focusing on funding,governance and safety compliance for volunteer emergency service organisations.
DFES is developing a Fleet Strategy beyond 2030 and is seeking volunteer input on future vehicle and fleet requirements. Volunteers are encouraged to provide
feedback on what works well and what could be improved.
H5N1 Bird Flu
The first detection of H5N1 Avian Influenza have occurred in WA and SA. Volunteers should be aware of official public health advice. Members can stay up to date via a
website: Weekly Bird Flu Update in Western Australia
Fire Weather District Changes
Changes to Fire Weather District boundaries are expected in mid-August 2026.
Emergency Services Legislation: SESVA continues to monitor emergency services
legislation developments and has developed FAQs for management committee members to share with units.
SES Training Review
Training pathways are being reviewed and simplified for recruits, specialists, unit management and statewide response requirements.
Regional Leadership Forums
SESVA attended the Goldfields-Midlands Leadership Forum and is working to ensure representation at all regional forums.
SESVA Strategic Plan 2026-2029
The plan has been adopted, including a commitment to preserve SES heritage and investigate a future SES heritage museum.
SES Flood Boats
A position paper on SES flood boats and AMSA Exemption 24 has been adopted to support discussions with DFES.
Canine Unit Trailer Issues
Reported trailer issues are being addressed.
70th Anniversary of SES in WA
Nominations still being sought for the working group. SESVA will provide administrative support for a second edition of WA SES history.
SES Association Training Advisory Group
An opportunity still exists for membership by interested SES volunteers of this group.
DFES Asset Design and Fleet Delivery presentation
DFES Asset Management officers provided and updated
and answered questions.