Colin Murray

Over many decades Colin Murray has dedicated so much of his time, energy, care and attention to the Mirboo North community. He is regarded as a calm and collected individual who has the invaluable characteristics to skilfully navigate stressful and traumatic situations with all members of the community.

Colin has acquired these skills through his volunteering efforts, including15 years of service to the Mirboo North CFA. He is an integral part of the Brigade, always volunteering to be part of the strike teams in the fire season, travelling to various parts of Victoria. His contributions to the CFA are widely appreciated by his counterparts and he has been awarded National Emergency Medals for bushfires in 2019 and 2020.

February 2024 saw Colin’s true community spirit and commitment reach new heights. Days after helping his own community with the aftermath of the storm, Colin drove the Mirboo North fire truck in a CFA strike team to the other side of Melbourne to assist with an out-ofcontrol bushfire.

Every year, Colin also organises the all-important Christmas Drive. He calls up Santa and drives him around in the CFA truck spreading the joy of the season with the whole
community.

In addition to his remarkable work with the local CFA, Colin is also a valued member of the 1st Mirboo North Scout Group. He first joined in the 1960s and from there has been an active non-uniform volunteer of the Group. He attends multiple Cuboree Camps, is responsible for the Hall maintenance and adds to the community of the Group assisting with BBQ’s, offering a helping hand to the youth and so much more.

Colin embodies the spirit of community, providing care and commitment to Mirboo North and many places beyond. He often lends his assistance to those in need, from cutting trees of the roads so that everyone can travel safely, to helping on neighbouring farms when required. He always puts his hand up to help those in the community who need it and does it all in a placid, selfless manner.