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24 October 2002 |
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New Firefighters reserve and sculpture opening This Saturday, 26 October, will see the opening of the new Firefighters Reserve on the banks of the Avon River, on the corner of Kilmore and Madras streets, and the unveiling of artist Graham Bennett’s Tribute to Firefighters. Beginning at 11am, the hour-long ceremony will include some of the nearly 2000 firefighters gathered here for the 7th World Firefighters Games, as well as dignitaries. 30 doves will be released as a symbol of world peace. This event will be followed at 3 pm by the opening ceremony of the Games in Hagley Park. Mayor of Christchurch Garry Moore has said that the commemorative park will serve as a place of celebration, as well as contemplation and reflection. “The World Firefighters Games is huge for Christchurch, and this reserve gives us an opportunity to mark the event, as well as the courage of firefighters everywhere.” The sculpture incorporates steel from the World Trade Center in New York. For more information: Contact Ray Tye, Communication Coordinator on 941 6415 or Marlene Le Cren, Arts Advisor on 025 895 340 |