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Section 29 inspection update

CFA is updating several areas that impact the Section 29 inspection process.

11 Aug 2026 Planning and Research

South Gippsland brigades gather for awards

Brigades across South Gippsland gathered on Saturday night, 8 August to celebrate years of selfless service given to CFA and their communities.

8 Aug 2026 Honours and Awards People

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Beginning of north-west emergency services hubs celebrated

CFA members have gathered with Victorian State Emergency Service (VICSES) members in Heathcote to celebrate the beginnings of two new emergency services hubs in the north-west of the state.

7 Aug 2026 Vehicles / Equipment / Buildings

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Have your say: Join a focus group on the future membership model

We want to hear from our members about their perspectives on some of the recommendations outlined in the Contemporary Volunteer Membership Model (CVMM) Options Paper.

7 Aug 2026 People Planning and Research

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Strong eyes saved lives in Werribee

Seven Werribee Fire Brigade members were recently awarded a CFA Unit Citation for Service for their quick-thinking and intuitive actions which led to saving the life of a local resident.

7 Aug 2026 Honours and Awards

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Protecting little lives: Early Fire Safe in action

CFA’s Adele Buchanan has been out and about in north-east Victoria delivering the re-developed Early Fire Safe education program.

7 Aug 2026 Community Safety Partnerships

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CFA Chief Officer resigns

CFA Chief Officer Jason Heffernan AFSM has advised the CFA Board and Victorian Government that he will be stepping down from his position as Chief Officer to accept the role of Chief Executive Officer ...

6 Aug 2026 People

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Victorian crews depart Melbourne to support Canadian fire response

Victorian emergency management personnel will today start their journey to Canada to assist with the response to the wildfires burning in Br ...

6 Aug 2026 People

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Australian Fire Service Medal nominations now open

CFA members across Victoria are encouraged to help recognise the outstanding people in their ranks, with nominations open for the 2027 King's Birthday Honours.

6 Aug 2026 Honours and Awards

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Portland captain selected for second Canadian wildfire deployment

Portland Fire Brigade Captain Ian Hamley left Australia on 5 August 2026 as part of an Australian firefighting contingent deployed to British Columbia, Canada.

3 Aug 2026 Incidents - Bushfire Operational Information

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Staff profile: Trent McKinnon

Trent Mc Kinnon - Assistant Chief Fire Officer Learning & Development.

31 Jul 2026 People Training and Recruitment

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Stage collapse simulation training a success

A stage collapse scenario replicating a real-world incident in Seymour last night has been deemed a success with hundreds of emergency personnel able to put their training into practice.

31 Jul 2026 Training and Recruitment

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Brigade Management Team Forum empowers leaders

More than 100 brigade management team (BMT) members and staff came together at Colac Performing Arts and Cultural Centre last Sunday (26 July) for the District 6 2026 Brigade Management Team Forum.

31 Jul 2026 Events / Fundraising / Offers

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Many finance forms now in digital format

As a part of the Stabilisation Project, CFA has now automated several forms frequently used by CFA members.

31 Jul 2026 Others

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Strengthening the role of groups

Groups play an important role in supporting brigades, coordinating incidents and developing the next generation of volunteer leaders.

30 Jul 2026 Planning and Research

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2026 Get Fire Ready – Host an event this October

As bushfire risk continues to increase and recent fire events have demonstrated the devastating impact fires can have on our communities, strengthening preparedness and resilience has never been more ...

30 Jul 2026 Community Safety Events / Fundraising / Offers

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One district location, many CFA resources

A warehouse packed with vital CFA equipment was unveiled as part of the July Volunteer Forum at District 7 HQ brigade.

29 Jul 2026 People Training and Recruitment Vehicles / Equipment / Buildings

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CFA volunteer commended for outstanding GoodSAM response

Frankston Fire Brigade member Melissa has been formally commended by Ambulance Victoria following her response to a GoodSAM alert in Frankston South on 9 July.

29 Jul 2026 People

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Winter warning after fireplace sparks devastating house fire

Victoria’s fire services are calling on residents to prioritise fireplace, chimney and flue safety this winter, following a devastating house fire in Somerville.

29 Jul 2026 Health and Safety Incidents - Structure

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Geelong West returns to the site of the Linton tragedy

Members of Geelong West Fire Brigade recently took part in the Linton Staff Ride, reflecting on one of the most significant and sombre events in the brigade’s history.

29 Jul 2026 Incidents - Bushfire Others Training and Recruitment

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Brigades thank Gellibrand Hotel for outstanding support

Members of the CFA Corangamite Group recently took the opportunity to recognise the outstanding support provided by the Gellibrand Hotel and its owner, Dorthe Koorn, during the Otways fire.

27 Jul 2026 Community Safety Events / Fundraising / Offers

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2026 Australasian Police & Emergency Services Games - Gold Coast QLD

CFA members are invited to join other emergency services members at the 2026 Australasian Police and Emergency Services Games in Gold Coast, Queensland.

27 Jul 2026 Events / Fundraising / Offers Health and Safety People

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Better fuel prediction

Researchers from Natural Hazards Research Australia are developing ways to map landscape dryness to deliver important operational intelligence before a ﬁre season.

27 Jul 2026 Community Safety Planning and Research

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