We hope you enjoy the first edition of this Web oriented history of Glenhaven Rural Fire Service. It has been compiled by Phillip Bradac and Ian Iredale. We have both been members of Glenhaven Brigade for a little over 10 years and were it not for the Brigade’s 50th Anniversary, would be largely ignorant of the contribution made by many colourful members of the brigade in the previous 40 years. We have painstakingly researched Council Files and Station Records and located the whereabouts of members going back to the inauguration of the brigade. This has allowed us to not only record the events of the brigade as accurately as possible, but also to compile a list of the names of every person who has been a member of the brigade over the 50 years. Whilst it is impossible for these records to be 100% correct, we believe it to be fairly accurate.
We would like to thank the support of all former members of the brigade, who were prepared to read the 40 odd pages of brigade events in chronological order and then fill in any gaps that might be there.
Lastly, the beauty of using modern technology is that it is easy to keep a document up to date. It is hoped that in future editions, not only will any errors and omissions be eliminated, but sound and video files can be added to make it a truly multimedia presentation.
Phillip Bradac - President & Deputy Captain
Ian Iredale - Vice President & Deputy Captain
November 2001
