Vale Sally Kaufmann
It is with great sadness that we advise our community of the passing of our much-loved member, Sally Kaufmann.
Sally was a valued member of the Yass River – Nanima Rural Fire Brigade for more than 35 years and made an active and substantial contribution for over two decades. During that time, she held several important roles, including Catering Officer and Secretary and was most recently appointed as our Executive Administration Officer.
Sally was passionate about our brigade, its history and its members. She had a special talent for rallying people to support fundraising activities and community events.
One of Sally’s most significant contributions was her work supporting the Murrumbateman Field Days. She coordinated with 10 other brigades to bring together a roster of more than 200 volunteers, including organising over 40 volunteers from within our own brigade. This was an enormous undertaking and reflected Sally’s commitment, organisational ability and capacity to bring people together.
Sally was also a gifted writer. Through her online articles and many years of newsletters, she eloquently recorded and shared the story of our brigade and its community.
A Vale page has been created on the brigade website to honour Sally and recognise her contribution. If you would like to share some words, a memory or a reflection about Sally, please send them to for publication on the page.
Sally leaves a strong and lasting legacy within our brigade. Her absence will be deeply felt, and she will be greatly missed by all who knew and worked alongside her.
We would also like to honour Sally by getting together at our fireshed for an Afternoon Tea on Saturday 10 October, 3pm.
Please RSVP to if you would like to attend and or contribute.
Our thoughts are with Sally’s family, friends and community members at this very sad time.
Vale Sally.
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