Source: Victoria Country Fire Authority
Werribee Captain Michael Wells, Lieutenant Rohan Rizzoli, Dominique May, Em Goegan and Cameron Ward with Werribee members’ children.
More than 200 volunteers hit the streets of Werribee as the brigade delivered one of the state’s biggest individual fundraising efforts for The Royal Children’s Hospital.
Werribee Fire Brigade has again rallied the local community, raising an outstanding $67,275.40 for the 2026 Good Friday Appeal in support of The Royal Children’s Hospital.
The fundraising effort, coordinated by Lieutenant Jason Inglis, was one of the largest individual contributions recorded across the state, with more than 200 volunteers taking part across Werribee.
Firefighters were joined by local school students, SES members, Commonwealth Bank staff, scouts and community volunteers, collecting donations at key intersections, service stations and throughout neighbourhood streets across the suburb.
MacKillop College Werribee was a major supporter of the appeal, with more than 50 staff and students volunteering on the day. Saltwater P-9 College also played an important role, with 40 staff and students helping with collections.
Lieutenant Inglis said the result reflected months of planning and the generosity of the wider Werribee community.
“This is a huge community effort,” he said. “From the firefighters on the ground to the students and families giving up their time, everyone plays a role in making this day such a success.”
Volunteers began arriving at the fire station early in the morning before being deployed to collection points across Werribee. Brigade members managed transport, safety briefings and operational coordination throughout the day to ensure the large-scale fundraiser ran smoothly.
Werribee Fire Brigade Captain Michael Wells praised not only those collecting donations, but also the many people working behind the scenes.
“A result like this does not happen without an enormous team effort,” Michael said.
“Our coordinators, drivers, cooks and auxiliary all played an important role in making sure volunteers were looked after and the day ran efficiently.”
Michael also acknowledged the valued support of local businesses that contributed to the success of the day, whether through donations, supplies, encouragement or practical assistance behind the scenes.
“The support of local businesses continues to make a real difference,” he said.
“Their generosity helps us support our volunteers and strengthen the overall community effort that makes days like this possible.”
The Good Friday Appeal has long been a cornerstone event for the brigade, with Werribee Fire Brigade supporting the cause for decades. Money raised goes directly towards life-saving equipment, research and patient care at The Royal Children’s Hospital.
The latest result further strengthens the brigade’s reputation as one of Wyndham’s most active and community-minded volunteer organisations.
Next year will also mark a major milestone, with Werribee Fire Brigade set to celebrate 50 years of fundraising for the Good Friday Appeal in 2027.
| Submitted by | Rohan Rizzoli |
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