Local CFA brigades came together as one for a bumper CFA Open Day at Bunnings Warehouse Pakenham on Saturday.
On a spectacular spring day, several local brigades were on hand to exhibit trucks, demonstrate skills and hand out fire season information to locals.
The Dandenong Bronto was very popular, as was an old fire truck sourced from Melbourne Fire Museum. Kids from all over Cardinia were entertained by Captain Koala while the parents spoke to the CFA members about the summer ahead.
It was important to get the community to understand the importance of getting their properties ready for the upcoming fire season, having a fire plan ready, and knowing where to find information on high risk days.
The event brought together many of the smaller community brigades, like Toomuc, Maryknoll and Pakenham Upper, who don't have a large shopping precinct to attract residents to talk to. It was an opportunity to have a chat and encourage potential new future firefighters.
CFA would like to thank all the volunteers who gave up their time on such a beautiful day, to help spread our messages for this summer. Stay safe and be aware in the coming months.