Our Profiles
January | February | March | April | May | June | July | August | September | October | November | December |
January
 |
| Name: |
Karen |
| Rank: |
Senior Firefighter |
| Stationed: |
Gold Coast |
| Nickname: |
Can't print that! :) |
| Why you joined: |
Former police photographer – firies always had more fun at jobs than police!! Shift work suited me as a single mum - more time to spend with my boys, Cael & Jorel.. & more time to train! |
| Favourite thing about the job: |
The variety – what the shift will bring... and comradeship, some of my closest friends are in the fire service. |
| Hobbies: |
Anything that gets my heart rate up!! I work in fitness industry (personal trainer/Group exercise instructor); learning new stuff - I am always doing something - mostly fitness related. |
| How do you keep fit: |
Mostly sprint training, paddling, surfski & lifting heavy things. |
| Favourite food: |
Just one??? Anything sweet, deep fried & smothered in chocolate! |
| Bad habits: |
Just one??? As above but with red wine... |
| Quotes for the readers: |
Just one..."Oh what a feeling Toyota??"
"Our greatest glory is not in never falling, but rising everytime we fall." |
|
<< top >>
February
 |
| Name: |
Kirsty |
| Rank: |
3rd Class Fire Fighter |
| Stationed: |
Gold Coast |
| Nickname: |
Kirk |
| Why you joined: |
Why didn't I join earlier??!! I'm an extremely active person who thrives on challenge. It's the perfect job. |
| Favourite thing about the job: |
It's physical, unpredictable and unique. |
| Hobbies: |
Keeping fit (sad but true... I spend alot of time doing that), don't mind the movies though... |
| How do you keep fit: |
Running, Cycling and weight training. |
| Favourite food: |
I love food so I eat just about anything but chocolate and icecream are up there!! |
| Bad habits: |
I get impatient with people who don't try. I train when I'm injured or sick even though I know I shouldn't and I eat too much. The list is endless!! |
| Quotes for the readers: |
Never under-estimate yourself. If you think you can't, just push a little harder. You'll be surprised at what you can do! |
|
<< top >>
March
 |
| Name: |
Aliesha |
| Rank: |
2nd Class Fire fighter |
| Stationed: |
Gold Coast |
| Nickname: |
Reggie |
| Why you joined: |
I was attracted to the job as it is a physical job and is very rewarding. It was also a lifestyle choise. I wanted a job where i could work as part of a team. |
| Favourite thing about the job: |
Never knowing what the next day will bring. Every day is different and every job is dynamic and unpredictable. I love working in a range of situations using differnt skills everyday and working in a team environment. |
| Hobbies: |
Basketball, surfing (when i get the chance), fishing, motobike and quadbike riding |
| How do you keep fit: |
Playing basketball, riding, swimming, training at the gym. |
| Favourite food: |
Mango |
| Bad habits: |
Shopping |
| Quotes for the readers: |
Champions aren't made in the gyms. Champions are made from something they have deep inside them - a desire, a dream, a vision. - Muhammad Ali |
|
<< top >>
April
 |
| Name: |
Megan |
| Rank: |
3rd Class Firefighter |
| Stationed: |
Brisbane South |
| Nickname: |
Stiffy, Bluey, Patch |
| Why you joined: |
Are you kidding, this is the best job in the world, helping the community, excitement plus, physically challenging, always challenging, laughter non-stop in down times. |
| Favourite thing about the job: |
Comraderie |
| Hobbies: |
Gym, Renovating, dining out |
| How do you keep fit: |
Running, gym, bush walking |
| Favourite food: |
Confit Duck, Anything Thai |
| Bad habits: |
I love to chat! |
| Quotes for the readers: |
|
|
<< top >>
May
 |
| Name: |
Sandy |
| Rank: |
Senior Firefighter |
| Stationed: |
Brisbane North |
| Nickname: |
Shopper (my previous surname Hopper add the S from Sandy you get Shopper) this became Single Shopper after my divorce.:) |
| Why you joined: |
I had been in retailing for 20 years and after becoming an Auxiliary Firefighter decided helping people and the community was something I loved to do and applied to become a full time Firefighter. |
| Favourite thing about the job: |
The comradery, everyday is different, the hours, making our community a safer place. |
| Hobbies: |
Camping, 4WDing, Outdoor activities (Water skiing, mountain climbing, bushwalking) netball, fishing, spending time with friends. |
| How do you keep fit: |
Gym, running, bike riding, outdoor activities. |
| Favourite food: |
Chocolate of course and a good Lamb Roast |
| Bad habits: |
Bite my nails |
| Quotes for the readers: |
Make the most of life you only live once. Treat others as you would like to be treated. |
|
<< top >>
June
 |
| Name: |
Jodie |
| Rank: |
First Class Firefighter |
| Stationed: |
Hervey Bay |
| Nickname: |
MA or Squeak |
| Why you joined: |
Was a retained firey in nsw and loved it, so applied for a permanent position with qfrs. joined in 1999 |
| Favourite thing about the job: |
Lots of things but mainly the variety of work, learning all the time, working as a team, helping the community and the amount of time i get to spend with my husband and two beautiful children whilst working full time. Too many things to mention. Best career ever!!! |
| Hobbies: |
Helping my husband to run his business "blue dolphin marine tours" which includes dolphin cruises, whale watching and sunset sails. no time for anything else! |
| How do you keep fit: |
Enjoy running, weight training and kayaking |
| Favourite food: |
Italian, mainly pizza yum!! |
| Bad habits: |
Don't mind the odd chardy |
| Quotes for the readers: |
Appreciate what you have and laugh often!!!! |
|
<< top >>
July
 |
| Name: |
Kristal |
| Rank: |
1st Class Firefighter |
| Stationed: |
Gladstone |
| Nickname: |
Mick or Johno |
| Why you joined: |
Didn’t want a boring 9 to 5 job I enjoy a challenge and the excitement of the job and no day or incident/emergency that we attend is ever the same |
| Favourite thing about the job: |
Definitely the people that I work with, helping people knowing that I can make a difference, and seeing the smiles on the little kids faces when they see the fire truck for the first time. |
| Hobbies: |
Fishing, Camping, Squash, Rugby and touch footy |
| How do you keep fit: |
Gym, Running, Squash, Rugby and touch footy |
| Favourite food: |
Anything Italian – bring it on |
| Bad habits: |
Biting my finger nails although I am trying to stop! |
| Quotes for the readers: |
A friend is someone who knows you, and loves you just the same. And If you don’t have anything nice to say don’t say anything at all!! |
|
<< top >>
August
 |
| Name: |
Helen |
| Rank: |
3rd Class Fire Fighters |
| Stationed: |
Mackay |
| Nickname: |
Pep |
| Why you joined: |
I was an auxilliary for 6 years and loved the community aspect of the job. I decided to join up as a full time firefighter, and have not looked back. The shifts allow plenty of time to spend with family, or pursue other interests. The job is interesting, and you never know what the day is going to bring! |
| Favourite thing about the job: |
The team spirit, The physicality, and having the skills to help those in need. |
| Hobbies: |
Horseriding- I have 3 horses. My mare is in foal, so we are eagerly awaiting this years birth. I also love spending time on our 6.5 acres in the beautiful Pioneer Valley. We have been working to improve the pastures, and maintaining the landscaped gardens. My family- I have 5 children, and a grandson. Spending time with friends. Fishing - LOVE fishing!! |
| How do you keep fit: |
I spend a lot of time outside, walking, and running in the mountainous areas surrounding our home. |
| Favourite food: |
Mangos - (We have 6 trees, and eat mangos till the cows come home in summer!) |
| Bad habits: |
Chocolate! It wouldnt be a bad habit if I could just eat a little less! No such thing as moderation with choc!! |
| Quotes for the readers: |
"Never be afraid to try something new. Remember, amateurs built the ark. Professionals built the Titanic." And Keshavan Nair: With courage you will dare to take risks, have the strength to be compassionate, and the wisdom to be humble. Courage is the foundation of integrity |
|
<< top >>
September
 |
| Name: |
Michelle |
| Rank: |
Station Officer |
| Stationed: |
Brisbane South |
| Nickname: |
Domino (Yes I know this is my nickname) Chook and Stump |
| Why you joined: |
I was laid down a gauntlet quiet a number of years ago and took the challenge – Haven’t looked back since I love everyday and it is great that I love what I do and get paid for it!! |
| Favourite thing about the job: |
The change and the challenges you are doing something different and exciting all the time, the opportunities it has provided me and I get to use big heavy tools yeeha!! |
| Hobbies: |
Camping and 4WD’ing, horses I am happy if I am outdoors |
| How do you keep fit: |
Besides running around after my 2 kids, basketball, gym and running |
| Favourite food: |
Risotto’s love em`, and anything chocolate |
| Bad habits: |
Drinking or should that come under hobby |
| Quotes for the readers: |
Experience is something you don’t get until just after you need it. What was the best thing before sliced bread??? |
|
<< top >>
October
 |
| Name: |
Paula |
| Rank: |
4th Class Fire Fighters |
| Stationed: |
Toowoomba |
| Nickname: |
Oola |
| Why you joined: |
To help people in the community by either attending incidents or through preventative community services. |
| Favourite thing about the job: |
Interacting with a diverse range of people, the
people/teams I work with, job and personal satisfaction from saving a life and/or property. |
| Hobbies: |
Woodworking, renovating my house |
| How do you keep fit: |
Playing soccer with local club South Toowoomba Hawks, going to the gym, motorbike riding, hill climbing/hiking, running with my dog |
| Favourite food: |
Lamb roast dinners, chicken tikka masala curry |
| Bad habits: |
Text messaging |
| Quotes for the readers: |
Some words to consider living by in all aspects of life: be determined, persevere, be patient, but also remember not to it so serious all the time; laugh, smile and joke often. |
|
<< top >>
November
 |
| Name: |
Vanessa |
| Rank: |
Senior Firefighters |
| Stationed: |
North Coast |
| Nickname: |
Ness |
| Why you joined: |
I love the excitement of rescue work and challenging myself physically and mentally. There was no females in Queensland when I applied so the challenge just to get it was exciting and very rewarding. ITS STILL THE BEST JOB IN THE WORLD! |
| Favourite thing about the job: |
Great guys and girls in the job. Everyone has such a great attitude and everyone seems to enjoy coming to work. However, there is nothing like a full on flatout hardcore rescue.... any kind!! |
| Hobbies: |
Running and being a social butterfly |
| How do you keep fit: |
Run run run... |
| Favourite food: |
Love tasting fabulous cheese from all over the world. Favourite meal would be Lobster/Bugs with fresh crisp salad. |
| Bad habits: |
Wanting to taste every wine under the sun..... in one sitting! oh.... and I swear far to much! |
| Quotes for the readers: |
"The greatest pleasure in life is doing what people say you cannot do" |
|
<< top >>
December
 |
| Name: |
Jane |
| Rank: |
Senior Firefighter |
| Stationed: |
Gold Coast |
| Nickname: |
Numerous nicknames |
| Why you joined: |
To assist the community |
| Favourite thing about the job: |
Dont have a favourite, I just love the job |
| Hobbies: |
Loving and enjoying life, being with family and friends |
| How do you keep fit: |
Running, gym, walking my dog, surfing, just being active |
| Favourite food: |
Food! |
| Bad habits: |
You’d have to ask my husband and family! |
| Quotes for the readers: |
|
|
<< top >>
