Historical information

The Falls Creek Search and Rescue Squad was formed in the mid 1970s. It was partly instigated by Rob Spargo whose family purchased the site where the Falls Creek Hotel is today. The family was instrumental in the establishment and growth of the Falls Creek community and were involved in the foundation of Falls Creek Primary School and Falls Creek Search & Rescue (now Falls Creek SES). Rob was also involved in the start-up of Ski Victoria and has served as a member the Chamber and Resort Management Board.
The Falls Creek SES Unit was established in 1981 and includes several members who have served their community with VICSES for more than 30 years.

Significance

This uniform patch represents an important safety organisation at Falls Creek.

Physical description

A cloth badge with metal studs at each corner. It has a border of purple and crimson machine embroidered stitching and the name of the unit is embroidered in black thread.

Inscriptions & markings

FALLS CREEK SEARCH & RESCUE SQUAD