Rapid Relief Team supports firies battling Springbrook bushfire
RRT stepped in to support firefighters in Springbrook, serving 105 meals.
What’s happening?
The Rapid Relief Team (RRT) has stepped in to support firefighters battling an uncontrolled bushfire in Springbrook, in the Gold Coast Hinterland.
Over the weekend, RRT volunteers from Brisbane served more than 100 meals to Queensland Fire and Emergency Services (QFES) crews working around the clock to protect homes and residents forced to evacuate.
Why it matters
With firefighters working through the night, access to meals and energy was vital. Local Team Leader Stephen Taylor explained, “RRT got the call on Saturday from Queensland Fire and Emergency Services (QFES), and we knew we had to step in. During disasters, firefighters can go hours, even days, without a proper meal, and that is where RRT is able to support, making sure they have the sustenance and energy to keep going in challenging conditions. RRT is more than happy to answer the call anytime QFES needs us.”
Local impact
The blaze, which threatened neighbourhoods in Springbrook, highlighted the need for both emergency services and volunteer groups working together. RRT’s timely assistance ensured frontline crews had the strength to continue their firefighting efforts.
By the numbers
105 meals – served to firefighters, including Signature Burgers, fruit cups, snacks and cold drinks.
16,000 volunteers – RRT’s volunteer base worldwide supporting frontline workers and communities.
2013 – the year RRT was established to assist in times of disaster and crisis.
Zoom in
RRT volunteers delivered direct support on the ground, arriving quickly after the QFES request. Their practical help in keeping firefighters nourished and hydrated allowed firies to remain focused on containing the blaze.
Zoom out
Founded as the charitable arm of the Plymouth Brethren Christian Church, RRT has grown into a global network. Beyond disaster response, the organisation supports communities through charitable donations and local events, reinforcing its role as a vital partner to emergency services.
About RRT
Since its launch in 2013, the Rapid Relief Team has provided meals, resources, and aid during disasters. With more than 16,000 volunteers, it continues to extend its support to communities across Australia and beyond.
For more information, visit www.rrtglobal.org.
