Young filmmakers have been encouraging their peers to make fire safety their top priority.
A team of Killara Primary School year 4 pupils beat their peers from around the state to take out the Metropolitan Fire Brigade’s recent student fire safety film competition.
Earlier this year, pupils were challenged by MFB firefighters to create a 30-second fire safety film that would appeal to their age group.
The Killara pupils’ winning entry was shown at a special screening at Yarraville’s Sun Theatre last month.
Supervising teacher Robyn Smith said the pupils couldn’t contain their excitement when they learned of their achievement.
“The video was filmed at a house and showed the importance of having a fire plan,” Ms Smith said. “We used a smoke machine and were able to ‘green screen’ flames. They were so proud when they won; I’m sure it will be the highlight of their year.”
Videos had to include one key fire safety message.
MFB chief executive Jim Higgins said the competition encouraged the pupils to actively engage with the key fire safety messages. “I’m looking forward to meeting and congratulating all the pupils and teachers who submitted a film,” he said.
