Queensland State Archives posted a photo:
The Fire Engine.
The value of the motor fire reel was demonstrated last week when a grass fire broke out on Mr. D. Fraser’s farm on Copeland’s road, for the warning fire bell had scarcely ceased ringing, when a full load of volunteers was aboard the engine and proceeding at a rapid pace towards the fire.
This early assistance was no doubt helpful in making an early attack on the fire possible, and as more men were required, and no creek water was available, the engine was despatched back to Warragul and brought out another batch of fire-fighters.
The ringing of the fire-bell on Friday evening also brought a rapid response for help, but the fire proved to not be very serious, some grass having caught alight near the engine sheds. The smart arrival of the brigade on the motor reel, however, soon put a stop to the