They come for us in times of need.
The Havelock North Volunteer Fire Brigade is marking a hundred years of responding to emergencies, saving lives and property.
On Saturday it held an open day, with neighbouring fire fighting services assisting to celebrate the centenary.
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While much younger than New Zealand's oldest volunteer fire brigade - Auckland was the first established in 1854 - Havelock North has given no less in protection and assistance to its community.