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15 March, 2026
Bridge bolsters brigade regional competition
Beazley’s Bridge was well represented across multiple divisions and delivered strong results throughout the day’s competition.
MEMBERS of the Beazley’s Bridge Fire Brigade were among the standout performers when the North West Rural Fire Brigade Championships were held last month.
Brigades from across Victoria - including Dunolly, Maiden Gully and beyond - travelled to Donald for the annual event, which was hosted by the amalgamated committees of the former Regions 18 and 19.
Beazley’s Bridge was well represented across multiple divisions and delivered strong results throughout the day’s competition.
The brigade finished second overall in the open senior aggregate behind Mandurang, with Leopold placing third.
Beazley’s Bridge also claimed second place in the ladies’ aggregate, finishing behind Murrayville and ahead of Mandurang.
The brigade’s junior competitors also impressed, with Beazley’s Bridge finishing third in the under-15 division behind Underbool and Maiden Gully A, and second in the under-13 division behind Leopold.
The championships feature six individual events designed to simulate tasks commonly required on the fireground, using rural tankers and specialised equipment. Junior competitors operate under slightly modified rules, particularly in ladder-climbing components.
Brigade member Barry Wiseman said while the competition is friendly, the events provide valuable training opportunities for volunteer firefighters, helping participants develop teamwork, speed and the ability to operate under pressure.
Many of the same brigades will meet again at events across the state in the coming weeks, continuing a strong tradition of camaraderie — and often helping one another out if teams are short of runners on competition days.
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