New book celebrates 40 years of women in firefighting - Penrith
Published: 29 Oct 2025 01:58pm
Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) will mark 40 years of women in firefighting with the launch of Trailblazing: The History and Stories of Female Firefighters in Fire and Rescue NSW, at the Museum of Fire in Penrith.
The book captures the experiences of women who have helped shape the organisation since 1985, when female firefighters were first able to join the service.
All proceeds from book sales will go to the Museum of Fire, FRNSW’s official heritage partner.
Media are invited to hear from a panel of past and present female firefighters.
WHEN:
10.00 am for a 10.30am start TOMORROW (Thursday 30 October 2025)
WHERE:
Museum of Fire - 1 Museum Dr, Penrith NSW 2750
WHO:
- Cheryl Steer, FRNSW Assistant Commissioner
- Jeremy Fewtrell, FRNSW Commissioner
- Charishma Kaliyanda MP, Parliamentary Secretary for Emergency Services and Member for Liverpool
FRNSW MEDIA CONTACT:
Orcadia Vandenberg - 0474 474 798
Updated: 29 Oct 2025 01:03pm
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