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Minister commissions new Port Macquarie vessel
Latest technology helps unit give help faster
Minister for Police and Emergency Services David Elliott has commissioned a $321,000 rescue vessel for the Port Macquarie unit while visiting the region in early November.
Mr Elliott was joined by Member for Port Macquarie Leslie Williams, MRNSW Commissioner Stacey Tannos, Deputy Commissioner Operations and Capability Alex Barrell, Deputy Commissioner Corporate Services Todd Andrews, Mid North Coast Regional Director John Lynch and Port Macquarie volunteers to officially welcome Port Macquarie 21, a 6.8 metre twin console Naiad, to the MRNSW fleet.
“The NSW Government is proud to support our emergency services volunteers, and to make sure they have the critical resources and equipment needed to protect and assist our community,” he said.
“Its twin 140hp Suzuki outboards and top speed of 41 knots will give Port Macquarie 21 the power it needs to be on the scene of an emergency faster than ever.”
Marine Rescue NSW Commissioner Stacey Tannos expressed his gratitude to the State Government and boating community for their ongoing support for Marine Rescue NSW.
“This support ensures our volunteers have modern, safe and reliable boats best able to meet the needs of the local community and of our members,” he said.
“This means both our volunteers and the local boating community will be safer.”
Built on the State’s North Coast by Yamba Welding & Engineering, Port Macquarie 21 boasts the latest search and rescue technology including radar, 3D scan sonar and Raymarine electronics suite, and provides greater manoeuvrability and endurance, enabling crews to search for longer.
The vessel also features a full first aid fit-out, including a defibrillator and oxygen kit.
Unit Commander Greg Davies said the new rescue craft was a great asset to the unit and the local boating community.
“The updated technology and equipment on board has greatly improved our search capability,” he said.
“It is more robust than our previous boat, has greater endurance, and a range of up to 140nm, meaning we can operate more safely for longer periods and in a wider range of weather and sea conditions.”
The official party and members beside PM21 at the commissioning.
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