Volunteers recognised for training contribution
Volunteers Di Billingsley and Phil Graham have been recognised with an Executive Director’s Citation for Service by Bushfires Northern Territory (NT).
The award recognises their role in delivering critical bushfire training to 60 new NT volunteers and Park Rangers in 2023 during a time when NT instructors were actively deployed to the firefront. This filled a critical gap and helped urgently build capability.
While Phil received his citation last year upon returning to the NT, Di was recently presented with the award by DCO Operational Doctrine and Capability Rohan Luke.
“I was deeply honoured to be able to present Di her Citation on behalf of Bushfire NT for her work in 2023,” Rohan said.
“She was humbled and surprised, but it was a moment well deserved for her dedication and service.”
The Executive Director’s Citation for Service recognises individuals who have performed a direct service of a meritorious nature or an outstanding action in response to wildfire.