Historical information

The history of the fire service in Victoria is closely related to the history of the state, reflecting the rise, and sometimes decline, of the centres of population. Bendigo, as a large and enduring goldfield, played a main role in pioneering the establishment and progress of the fire brigade system. The text tells something of the effort by early citizens, backed only by contributions from insurance companies, local bodies and their own fundraising efforts, to establish an essential service. Sandhurst Fire Brigade was established in April, 1855 following a public meeting.

Physical description

"The Bendigo Fire Brigade. A history of its development" by Donald A. Walker. Published by Lerk and McClure, Bendigo in December, 2001. Printed in Bendigo. Written by Donald A Walker. Soft cover book. Front cover has a sepia image of early street scene with firemen and fire carts in foreground, civilians in background - possibly a social display/event. Back cover is red with fireman's jacket and silver trophy in centre of cover. Name of title and author on front cover in red text. Spine is red with black text of title and author's name. 70 pp. Contains both text, with color and black and white images. ISBN 0957949928.