FROM flood rescues in Goodna to storm damage across the western corridor, Ipswich’s State Emergency Service volunteers play a critical role in protecting lives and property when disasters strike.
Their ability to respond will soon receive a boost, with Ipswich City Council securing more than $43,000 in State Government funding for upgrades at three local SES facilities.
The funding, announced through the 2026-27 Queensland SES Support Grant Program, will support improvements at the Goodna, Rosewood and Marburg SES units, strengthening the region’s emergency response capability ahead of future severe weather events.
The largest allocation will see the Goodna SES Group receive $27,328 to install a backup generator system, ensuring the facility can continue operating during power outages and major emergency incidents. The Rosewood and Marburg SES units will each receive $7963 to upgrade their electronic roller doors, improving operational efficiency and allowing volunteers to mobilise more quickly when called into action.
The Ipswich projects form part of almost $2.5 million being invested in 35 SES projects across Queensland through the latest grant round, alongside an additional $875,000 to fast-track the replacement of 12 ageing SES vehicles identified as high priorities due to safety and reliability concerns.
State Minister for Police and Emergency Services Dan Purdie said the investment recognised the invaluable role SES volunteers played in keeping Queensland communities safe.
“Ipswich knows better than most that when disaster strikes, SES volunteers are among the first on the ground helping families through some of their toughest days, and we’re making sure they have the facilities and equipment they need to keep doing that vital work after,” he said.
Queensland SES Acting Chief Officer Danny Baade said the funding would strengthen the safety and operational capability of volunteers responding to emergencies across the State.
