Meet our everyday heroes at the Emergency Services Safari

Published on 08 May 2025

Pull back the curtain on the Gold Coast’s hard-working heroes with the return of the City’s popular Emergency Services Safari.

The free event at Carrara on 10 May gives residents and visitors a chance to get up close with the dedicated emergency services workers who help keep our community safe during natural disasters.

“The City works closely with emergency services and other agencies, and those strong connections helped us keep people safe during disasters like Tropical Cyclone Alfred,” Mayor Tom Tate said.

“The Emergency Services Safari allows residents to see up close the work done to protect our community during natural disasters and support the Gold Coast’s Local Disaster Management Group in rescue and recovery efforts.

“Emergency services workers will also show residents what they can do to Get Ready for severe weather events and devise a plan to help protect your family.

“So, bring the family along and get up close with emergency services vehicles and learn more about how we are recovering from Tropical Cyclone Alfred and what to do when faced with disaster.”

Throughout the day there will be interactive activities, demonstrations and workshops, giveaways and an opportunity to talk to experts about emergency preparedness and recovery.

The Emergency Services Safari will feature everyday heroes from the Queensland Police Service, Queensland Fire Department, Queensland Ambulance Service, State Emergency Services, Rural Fire Service, and community recovery support agencies.

Event details

When: 9am to 2pm on Saturday, 10 May 2025
Where: Gold Coast Sport and Leisure Centre, 296 Nerang Broadbeach Road, Carrara
Cost: Free

The Emergency Services Safari is produced with assistance provided through the jointly-funded Commonwealth-State Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements. It is also supported by Triple M Gold Coast.