The State Emergency Service Association of NSW acknowledges and thanks NSW SES members who responded in support of NSW Police during the Bondi Beach terror attack.
Members from six units across the Metro Zone, along with Metro Zone personnel, were deployed in highly challenging and confronting circumstances. Their professionalism, leadership and commitment reflect the very best of the NSW State Emergency Service.
The Association also acknowledges the contribution of members from four additional units who provided local storm and routine incident coverage across other unit areas during the incident. This additional coverage ensured community safety was maintained while primary resources were deployed to the incident and was critical to the overall operational response.
Our thoughts are with all members involved in, or affected by, this incident. Events of this nature can have a lasting impact, and the wellbeing of members remains a priority for the Association.
The State Emergency Service Association of NSW is actively engaging with the NSW SES Commissioner and continues to advocate for the welfare and support of members across the Service.
Member wellbeing and support
If you or someone you know is struggling following these events, confidential support is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week:
NSW Mental Health Line: 1800 011 511
Lifeline: 13 11 14 | Text 0477 13 11 14 | Online chat available
Kids Helpline: 1800 55 1800 | Online chat available
Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636 | Online chat available
1800RESPECT: 1800 737 732 | Text 0458 737 732 | Online chat available
13YARN: 13 92 76
MensLine Australia: 1300 78 99 78
If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, please call Triple Zero (000).
NSW SES members also have access to internal wellbeing supports, including Peer Support and the Member Assistance Program (MAP):
[NSW SES Login Required] https://membersesnswgov.sharepoint.com/sites/mySES-WHS/SitePages/Wellbeing-Support-at-NSW-SES.aspx
The Association thanks every NSW SES member who stepped up, whether responding directly to the incident or supporting from elsewhere. Your service, professionalism and commitment to the community do not go unnoticed.
State Emergency Service Association of NSW
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