Jim Powell has had an eventful life. During his time as a firefighter, he was heavily involved in tragedies such as the Christmas Day bushfires and the Waterfall train disaster. But he also talks about his childhood memories of Helensburgh, the community, and the changes he sees in store for the future.

Listen to Jim’s Interview

[Part 1]

[Part 2]

Jim’s Photo Album

Jim Powell

Helensburgh Bushfires

Jim Powell 1987 P22712

Helensburgh Life Savers c.1910 P03910

Keywords

Helensburgh – Family History – Bushfires – Firefighters – Surf Life Saving

Jim’s interviews can be downloaded here and here.

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