THE South Australian Fire Fighters Museum in Naracoorte has received a major boost following the announcement of $160,000 of federal funding for the project.
Member for Barker Tony Pasin attended the museum’s annual dinner to announce the funding.
Mr Pasin said he had been lobbying his federal colleagues in Canberra, including hosting a federal minister in Naracoorte to learn first-hand about the project and its importance for not only the region, but all of regional South Australia.
“Growing up in the South East, I understand that volunteer firefighting is part of life for almost every family on the land,” Mr Pasin said.
“This museum will honour the sacrifice that so many of our volunteers have made over generations.”
Funding for the project comes from the Commonwealth Community Development Grants Program.
“It’s a reminder to all volunteer firefighters past and present we appreciate their dedication and hard work in often dangerous, life threatening conditions, leaving their own family, home and sometimes community to help others,” Mr Pasin said.
“I want to acknowledge the work of all of the volunteers associated with this project, but in particular the irrepressible Rex Hall, who is the driving force behind this initiative.”
