Photograph - Chelsea Fire Brigade, Members of the Chelsea Fire Brigade standing in front of the of the Fire station, on the bell and the hose tower, c 1920

Historical information

The Chelsea Fire Brigade in Victoria, Australia, began as a volunteer unit around 1912 to serve the growing beachside suburb. Officially registered with the Country Fire Brigades Board in 1925, the brigade was a vital community service for decades. In March 2006, the brigade amalgamated with the Carrum Fire Brigade to form the Patterson River Fire Brigade.

Physical description

Black and White photo of the members of the Chelsea Fire Brigade, standing in front of the station which was situated on Point Nepean Road. Four members Have been identified: Standing on ground from the right, Captain J. J. Smith, Frank Jennings, Mr Frickie, Zeke Smith.

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