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Trailblazing female firefighter honoured with Australian Fire Service Medal

04/02/2026

Yarragon South’s Emma Louise Conway has been awarded the Australian Fire Service Medal (AFSM) for over 20 years of frontline firefighting, leadership, and emergency service excellence. The AFSM is one of the highest honours within Australia’s emergency services, awarded to individuals who demonstrate exceptional dedication…

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