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How the tables have turned: A brief history on turntable ladders

An early history of firefighting ladders In the early days of firefighting, appliances were often too small to carry a ladder or have...

Museum of Fire Heritage Team

Sep 1, 20225 min read

A Fire Engine Meets a Luxury Car Maker – the Dennis Rolls-Royce

The name Rolls-Royce tends to conjure up images of prestige and luxury and has certainly been synonymous with these terms since the turn of the twentieth century. Rolls-Royce: A Brief History With humble beginnings in 1884 as an electrical and mechanical business established by Henry Royce, its successful dive into the London car market came about in 1904 when Royce met with Charles Rolls – a London quality car dealer. Such a fortuitous encounter evolved into an agreement bet

Museum of Fire Heritage Team

Jul 18, 20225 min read

Responding to Hazardous Materials - Fire & Rescue New South Wales

Did you know that Fire and Rescue New South Wales (FRNSW) have a number of specialised capabilities and responsibilities? One such responsibility is attending and handling hazardous materials (HAZMAT), both on land and in inland waterways. Some HAZMAT incidents FRNSW can respond to include minor spills of hydrocarbons, gas leaks, and emergency decontamination procedures. Every fire station is now equipped and has trained personnel who can respond to HAZMAT incidents, with app

Heritage Manager

Jun 14, 20223 min read

The International ACCO C1600

In the lead up to the Museum’s ‘International’-themed Heritage Day this Sunday, we thought it an opportune time to take a look at an International vehicle. Get to know a little more about the International ACCO C1600 and then drop by this Sunday to see it in person! In the early 1970s, International pumpers were introduced to the New South Wales Fire Brigades (NSWFB; now Fire & Rescue New South Wales) fleet. The International Harvester Company, who originally dabbled in the m

Museum of Fire Heritage Team

Feb 8, 20224 min read