Firies are hot on their heels

By Lia Bichel
A TEAM of fire-fighters will be running hot this month when they join forces to raise money for kids in need.
About 20 members of the Narre Warren Fire Brigade will be competing in the 2011 Herald Sun/Citylink Run for the Kids on 17 April in an attempt to raise $5000 for the Royal Children’s Hospital.
The event will see participants run 14.5 through Melbourne’s inner-city streets, the Domain Tunnel, along the West Gate Freeway, over the Bolte Bridge and along the waterfront at Docklands.
Third Lieutenant Damien Baker said the Narre Warren Fire Brigade has participated in the challenge for three years.
“Many of us wanted to get involved because we are interested in helping the children in the hospital,” Lt Baker said.
“While we do it for the kids, it’s also a fun event which challenges our physical fitness and encourages team building.”
Lt Baker said the fire brigade has received a lot of support from the community, including Cardinia Transport which offered a free bus to and from the event.
Anyone else wanting to support the fire brigade and donate to the Run For The Kids can visit http://fundraise.goodfridayappeal.com.au/narre_warren_fire_brigade_2.