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When a historic building like St Andrew's Church suffers a major fire, the immediate aftermath involves assessing structural damage and salvaging any artefacts. Long term, there's a huge effort to secure funding for repairs and restoration, often involving heritage bodies and public appeals, as these buildings are part of our national story.
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