The Thembalethu Fire Department gets its turn for a revamp!

The dreary-looking living quarters of Thembalethu Fire Department prior to the revamp.

The firefighter’s rooms lacked comfort prior to the revamp.

Peter Grindlay, Managing Executive of Oakhurst Insurance with Chief Fire Officer, Neels Barnard and Councillor Cecil Noble from the George Municipality with Thembalethu Fire Department’s firefighters, enjoying the reveal evening on 14 June.

Thembalethu Fire Department’s new look boasts bold colours on the walls, new furniture, a comfy entertainment area and interior decorating.

Thembalethu firefighter’s proud of their bright and comfortable rooms.

Last year, Oakhurst Insurance and partners spearheaded a revamp project at The George Fire Department, and are continuing in their support of Fire Services having now completed renovations to the Thembalethu Fire Department. This revamp was made possible with the funds raised at the International Firefighters’ Day (IFFD) celebrations held in May along with generous donations from George-based businesses.

Chief Fire Officer, Neels Barnard of the George Fire Department had this to say: “It’s this overwhelming support demonstrated by Oakhurst Insurance, members of the community as well as businesses throughout George, that reminds us Emergency Service professionals why it is that we do what we do. It is an honour to serve this community and we’d like to extend our heartfelt appreciation to all who made this wonderful revamp possible.”

Peter Grindlay, Managing Executive of Oakhurst Insurance, added the following: “It’s an absolute privilege to be able to assist our Firefighting heroes, by simply making their surroundings a little more comfortable. I am exceedingly grateful and humbled by the support of our partners, as well as the massive generosity of the people of George. This small gesture of gratitude pales in significance to the sacrifices these amazing people make on a daily basis.”

The Thembalethu Fire Department received a painting overhaul, new furniture, a comfy entertainment area, interior decorating, items of bedding items and lots more. Thank you once again to our partners, who helped make this all possible:

• Blitsdruk
• The Cooling Company
• Coastal Electrical
• The Curtain and Blind Studio
• Cat Signs
• Foam Factory
• Franks Flooring
• George Picture Framers
• Ideal Lighting
• MMA Office Furniture
• Paint Centre