‘A legacy to live up to’ – Merbein Fire Brigade is 100 years old

Wade Stephens

THE Merbein Fire Brigade turns 100 years old on Thursday. The original fire station cornering Main Avenue and Box Street was officially opened on August 3, 1923, and had 15 foundation members. Over the past century, its volunteers have responded to countless callouts for fires, rescues, road incidents, gas leaks and everything in between. Current brigade captain […]

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