26/07/2026
Congratulations Max, State volunteer of the year.
Our first officer Max Pearce received the State Volunteer of the Year Award for his 47 years of dedicated service to the North Dallarnil Rural Fire Brigade. Over nearly five decades, he has made a profound impact on emergency response, community safety, and regional resilience. A pivotal leader, he helped transform the local fire service from grassroots efforts into a structured and effective emergency organisation. Beyond operations, he has driven community education, youth engagement, and disaster recovery initiatives, while mentoring volunteers and advocating for long-term improvements. His steadfast leadership and commitment to his brigade and community make him an outstanding candidate for this honour.