Stephen Jamieson, formerly of Bendoc lost his life while working with his dozer to help contain fires on Lightning Track off the Yalmy Road in January 2008.
Subscribe now for unlimited access.
or signup to continue reading
Stephen was among 500 people recognised in Canberra on Tuesday May 1 when the Australian and New Zealand National Council for Fire and Emergency Services (AFAC) held a memorial service honouring the courage and sacrifice of those who have died in the line of duty.
The service paid tribute to people who have died protecting our communities, through the unveiling of their names on the new Memorial Wall at the National Emergency Service Memorial on the northern shore of Lake Burley Griffin, Canberra.
An AFAC memorial medallion was presented to the families of those who have died in the line of duty.
Stephen’s son Todd, daughter Amy, brother Ray and wife Shirley attended the service and were proud to receive the medal honouring Stephen’s sacrifice and courage.
Forest Fire Management Victoria Operations Coordinator at Bendoc, Trent Tonissen said he too was proud to be at the service.
“It was a very special day and a fitting tribute to Stephen, to his family and to other firefighters who have lost their lives protecting our communities.”
The service was also attended by Gippsland’s Assistant Chief Fire Officer, Chris Stephenson and Forest Fire Management Victoria’s Chief Fire Officer, Darrin McKenzie.
