Arrow Energy supports bushfire preparedness with slip-on unit donation

The portable unit, comprising a large water tank and hose, can be mounted onto a ute, truck or trailer and is designed for rapid deployment in rural and remote environments.

Arrow Energy Senior Land Liaison Officer Brock Jephcote said the donation was made to bolster bushfire preparedness in the region.

“Our early engagement with stakeholders in the Miles area highlighted bushfire preparedness as an area of key importance,” Brock said.

“We wanted to support the community by equipping local brigades with the tools they need to respond effectively in emergencies.

“This slip-on unit will enable the Kowguran Brigade to respond quickly to spot fires and manage larger outbreaks safely and effectively.”

Brock said community investments like this were an important part of Arrow’s operations in the region.

“With our Surat Gas Project (SGP) North commencing this year, we’re focused on being good neighbours and making meaningful contributions to the community,” he said.

“This donation is another example of how we’re helping to support and protect the communities where we operate.

“We also encourage our employees to get involved in firefighting efforts, offering up to five days of paid leave annually for our regional staff who volunteer as emergency service workers.”

Rural Fire Service Queensland Area Manager Inspector Ross Stacey said the Western Downs had faced several severe bushfires in recent years.

“Fire is a very real threat here, and this donation from Arrow enhances the Kowguran Brigade’s ability to respond quickly and effectively. We thank Arrow for their generous support.”

The donation is part of Arrow Energy’s social investment program to support its SGP North development, located northeast of Miles.

Announced last year, the project spans nearly three decades and involves drilling up to 450 new gas production wells, creating up to 400 jobs and supplying over 130 terajoules of gas per day to domestic and long-term contract customers.