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As I stepped into the role of Acting Chief Executive Officer at the Museum of Fire in July 2025, I did so with a deep sense of responsibility, pride, and optimism. Having worked closely with our CEO, Belinda McMartin, in my role as Curator of Heritage and Engagement, I was fortunate to already understand the rhythms, challenges, and ambitions of the Museum. Taking on this position during Belinda’s maternity leave has been both a privilege and an opportunity to continue the im

In my reflections on 2021 I stated that we were looking forward to some clear air in 2022 to build on the hard work performed in the previous 12 months. Little did I know that mother nature had other things in mind that would keep our CEO Belinda McMartin, our staff and volunteers continually finding ways to meet the challenges head on! Staff shortages through Covid isolation stretched our very thin workforce to the limit and it amazes me that we were able to keep the doors o