Old Central Fire Station
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- Historical & Cultural Landmarks
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Step into firefighting history!
🔥 Over 125 years of fire brigade history comes to life at Perth’s first purpose-built fire station, now a Heritage Centre filled with fascinating displays and interactive experiences for all ages.
What You’ll Discover:
Historic Firefighting Equipment – See vintage fire trucks and classic gear up close.
Dress Like a Firefighter – Try on real fire gear and imagine yourself in action!
Climb Aboard! – Sit in the driver’s seat of an authentic fire truck.
Firefighter Tales & Antics – Learn about the brave firefighters who served Perth over the decades.
Located in Perth’s Historic East End, the Old Central Fire Station is a must-visit for history buffs, families, and anyone keen to explore the city’s past. An easy and exciting day out for kids and grown-ups alike!
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- Opening Hours: Tuesday-Thursday 9.30am to 2pm, and every 1st and 3rd Saturday.
- Admission: FREE, however tickets may be required for special events. Bookings are essential for groups.
- Accessibility: Actively welcomes people with access needs. Accept the Companion Card. Employ people with disability . Train your staff in disability awareness. Have accessibility information and photos, including of a bathroom, room and/or floor plan on your website (can be emailed on request) . Ask all visitors if there are any specific needs to be met . Advise tour guides of the access needs of guests at the time of booking (includes pick up and drop off requirements) . Provide assistance with booking arrangements (includes providing clear itineraries with written instructions on what to do at various destinations) . Caters for people who use a wheelchair. Have step free outdoor pathways (includes picnic areas, barbecues and shelters). Have a step free main entrance to the building and/or reception area (includes ramps or slopes with a maximum gradient of 1:14, otherwise are too steep for wheelchairs). Have an accessible public toilet which is unlocked. Caters for people who are deaf or have hearing loss. Welcomes and assists people who have challenges with learning, communication, understanding and behaviour. (includes people with autism, intellectual disability, Down syndrome, acquired brain injury (ABI), dyslexia and dementia) . Train your staff in communicating with people with learning or behavioural challenges. Use Plain English / easy read signage and information (includes menus and emergency information). A quiet space is available at the venue/ facility. Caters for people who are blind or have vision loss. Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids) . Caters for people with high support needs who travel with a support person. Caters for people with allergies and intolerances. An access and inclusion statement is available (make this available on your website). https://www.dfes.wa.gov.au/daip/.
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