Jaidyn Kennedy
Truganina Fire Brigade is welcoming the community to its annual open day on Sunday, October 20.
Running from 10am-3pm, this will be the first open day hosted at the brigade’s new station at 1079 Leakes Road in Tarneit.
The free day promises to provide a little bit for everyone, with plenty of activities ranging from demonstrations from brigade members to an animal farm.
Showing that they fight more than fires, the brigade hopes to break down barriers between emergency services and communities through education.
Visitors will be able to learn about the work emergency services do and how the different outfits work together.
Spokesperson Michele Abbott emphasised the unity between first responders.
“When something happens, we’re all in there to help each other.” she said.
The brigade said an important aspect of their open days is engaging the community at the right time and place-that is, when it is not too late.
“It’s really important for the community to be able to come and ask and discuss things and not an actual scene.” Ms Abbott said.
The brigade has a special interest in reaching children, who despite their youth, are vital in educating their own families and communities.
The open day will also display some new members of the fleet, who might just be the stars of the show.
