Suggested improvements after the Kellyville and Dural fires, page 2

— 2 — We sincerely hope that Council will take immediate steps to remedy obvious deficiencies in Brigade equipment and administration, thus making the controlling of fires a much easier task for the volunteers manning these Brigades. We would also ask Council to convey their appreciation to the Castle Hill Police Force for their excellent co-operation at all times. I personally wish to add, having worked with the Volunteers of the Bush Fire Brigades, particularly at the Dural fire, my highest regard for the men who unselfishly give their time day after day to save other residents' lives and properties. Unfortunately we are too few, and so the burden falls heavily on these men. I am sure the residents of the Baulkham Hills Shire have no idea how much they owe these few, who at times endangered their own lives to keep the fire from entering the Baulkham Hills Shire. Yours faithfully, [Handwritten signature: C. L. Horwood, Vice President] For and in the absence of The Secretary.