Lake Cathie paramedics’ beach to bush training Camden Haven Camden Haven News by News Of The Area - Modern Media - September 6, 2024 Eight paramedics from the Mid North Coast have been trained to drive new off-road vehicles. Photos: supplied by NSW Ambulance. PARAMEDICS from across the Mid North Coast, including from Lake Cathie, have been put through their paces ahead of taking the wheel of new off-road vehicles. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s worth it for your business. Message us. Phone us – (02) 4981 8882. Email us – media@newsofthearea.com.au The eight paramedics, from stations between Tuncurry and Coffs Harbour, recently undertook beach and bush training in the new Toyota 200 series Landcruisers. There was one each from Lake Cathie, Old Bar, Kempsey and Coffs Harbour, and two each from Tuncurry and South West Rocks. The off-road exercises were designed to introduce them to the vehicle’s specialised features and capabilities. The two-day course entailed navigating difficult terrain from the beach in Mylestom, to the bush near Bellingen. NSW Ambulance says that all paramedics passed the tough training regime with flying colours. This means that should the need arise, they will be able to reach people safely in any location, regardless of the conditions. By Sue STEPHENSON
