Acting CEO Ben Dickson [Photo Courtesy of the ABC] I stepped into the role of Acting Chief Executive Officer in July 2025, taking the reins from our substantive CEO, Belinda McMartin, while she was on maternity leave. The past year has been one of the most enlightening of my professional life, and the Museum of Fire has continued to grow throughout it. I am proud to have been part of that journey. As my time as Acting CEO draws to a close alongside my departure from the Museum, this feels...

As we approach the conclusion of this year’s Museum of Fire Art Competition and prepare for our next temporary exhibition, it feels like an appropriate moment to pause and reflect on what this exhibition has come to represent for our museum and for the community that surrounds us. At first glance, an art competition may seem like an unexpected feature within a museum dedicated to the history of firefighting. Our collection is filled with fire engines, equipment, uniforms and stories of...

As we step into 2026, I am delighted to welcome you to another exciting year at the Museum of Fire. The beginning of a new year is always a moment to pause, to reflect on where we have come from, and to look ahead with optimism at what is still to unfold. At the Museum of Fire, this balance between reflection and forward momentum sits at the heart of everything we do, and 2026 promises to be a year full of connection, learning, and shared experiences. The Museum has long been a place where...