Being a firefighter requires a lot of dedication – practice, fitness and a willingness to put yourself at risk to help others.
It’s always been the case – you can read our newly-digitised booklet for proof: Rule V of the 1862 regulations of the Christchurch Volunteer Fire Brigade stated firefighters could be fined up to five shillings if they didn’t attend practice. That was a fair whack of cash for the day.
From 10am to 2pm in the Square this Sunday there’ll be chance to say thanks. There’ll be a parade, displays, and screenings of a new documentary based on Always ready by Tony Philips. It’s part of Beca Heritage Week and celebrates 150 years of the fire brigade in Christchurch.
- View details of the event to mark the 150th anniversary of the brigade
- Find more titles about the history of fire brigades in Christchurch
- View the digitised 1862 booklet
