A once-in-a-lifetime torchlight parade to celebrate the opening of the new Ararat Fire Station will be held next weekend.
On Saturday the 7th of May, Ararat Fire Brigade will be hosting an open day in the morning from 10am – 2pm. It will include a tour of the new facilities, vehicles on display, demonstrations by the Ararat Junior Fire Brigade, a CFA safety session, free barbeque and information for people wanting to volunteer.
The torchlight processions will follow that evening from 6.30pm, starting from Barkly Street near the post office, down to the cinema, then via Queen Street, Moore Street and Tuson Street, finishing at the fire station.
Surrounding streets will be closed off for the procession.