Wednesday, May 23, 2012 at 10:59AM Lifesaving defibrillators are now stowed on all Gisborne CFA fire appliances thanks to support from the Gisborne & District Community Bank Branch. Lt Peter Harry said the potentially lifesaving devices were purchased following a grant of $11,000 from the bank in support of the CFA’s role in the local community.
Email Article Saturday, May 5, 2012 at 6:58AM On a wet and cold Monday, a class of Prep students from St Bridgets primary school visited the Gisborne Fire Brigade.
Comms Officer Ian Large and a number of firefighters explained the importance of fire safety within the home, and showed them what they can do in the event of a fire. This included "Get down low and go go go" and "Stop drop and role".
A fire fighter also "donned" breathing apparatus to demonstrate that its not all that scary and that CFA are here to help.
"We visit schools and kindergardens quite regularly to build fire awareness and safety at a early age, which includes having an active fire plan and most importantly working smoke alarms" explained Firefighter Bevan Moody.
But the highlight of the day for the kids was getting on the end of a hose and squirting some water.
Email Article Thursday, April 12, 2012 at 7:02PM A Gisborne family of 4 escaped from an early morning fire at their two-storey home on Thursday leaving them gutted by their loss.
Fire crews were called to the blaze in Bruce Court just after 6am to find the house fully alight with flames shooting through the roof. The top floor soon collapsed into the bottom floor with fire quickly consuming the entire house.
After establishing that the family- who are well known by brigade members had escaped safely, crews concentrated on protecting a neighboring house and large shed within metres of the flames.
"Thankfully a smoke alarm was operating at the time and alerted the family, giving them time to escape" said Lt Peter Harry.
One fire fighter sustained minor burns and was treated by ambulance before being transported to hospital.
CFA support included Riddells Creek, Sunbury and Macedon.
Fire investigation continues however the cause is not thought to be suspicious.
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Email Article Friday, April 6, 2012 at 7:59AM Gisborne residents have done it again by digging deep on Good Friday.
A grand total of $31,150 was raised for the Royal Children's Hospital Appeal with your support.
6 yo Grace lent a hand collecting on Good Friday
A big thanks to the staff and customers of Foodworks Supermarket who contributed a massive $20,000.
Gisborne Scouts and fire fighters door knocked the town and raised $11,150.
Lt Peter Harry says the aim was to beat last year's total by raising $10,000+.
"We collect on behalf of our town, with Scouts and Cubs lending a hand to door knock as many homes as possible, as it's a cause that Gisborne CFA members are passionate about supporting every year."
Gisbus kindly supported our collection by providing drivers and buses to help move our collectors around.
Football fans at Gardner Reserve watching the Gisborne vs Kyneton clash also contributed.
Email Article Wednesday, April 4, 2012 at 4:56AM Sam Strang has been elected un-opposed as the new Captain of Gisborne Fire Brigade this week at the bi-annual election of officers.
Current Captain Tony Wade will stand down after 8 years in the position from July 1.
In a sign of stability within the brigade, the brigade management team is largely unchanged with 1st Lt Terry Borg, 2nd Lt Peter Harry, 3rd Lt Wayne Halliday, and former secretary Mark Carter elected 4th Lieutenant.
Ian Large steps in as new Secretary, and Bevan Moody as Communications Officer.
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