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Homes can be rebuilt, lives can't - leave early

Long-time Gellibrand Fire Brigade member John Cochrane knows the risks of bushfires better than most, but when fire conditions escalated rapidly near his home he knew leaving early was the safest opti ...

16 Apr 2026 Incidents - Structure People

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Charging e-scooter sparks house fire in Nagambie

A Nagambie house fire started by a charging e-scooter has prompted a fresh warning from CFA about the risks of lithium-ion battery-powered devices in and around the home.

16 Apr 2026 Incidents - Structure People

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Resources available to help CFA members claim their rebate

Less than 20 seconds – that is the average time it is taking CFA members to complete the eligibility check in the CFA portal for the eligible volunteers’ rebate scheme which is administere ...

15 Apr 2026 Others

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Goats used to successfully reduce fire risk in Wodonga

CFA has completed its first ever goat grazing fuel reduction project, with remarkable results achieved over five weeks at Gateway Island in Wodonga.

15 Apr 2026 Community Safety Partnerships

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Protecting our most vulnerable

When Natimuk Fire Brigade Captain David Sudholz looked out his window at lunchtime on 9 January 2026, he saw what he’d hoped was a cloud of dust in the distance – unfortunately, it wasn&rs ...

15 Apr 2026 Incidents - Bushfire People

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Restored Quick Fill returns home for anniversary

A 1980s Godiva trailer-mounted Quick Fill has returned to its former home at Lindenow Fire Brigade for its 80th anniversary open day, following a full restoration by Eastey Fire Trucks.

14 Apr 2026 People Vehicles / Equipment / Buildings

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How CFA plans a planned burn

To reduce the bushﬁre risk in Victoria, CFA works with Forest Fire Management Victoria to develop a rolling three-year Joint Fuel Management Program (JFMP) of planned burns.

14 Apr 2026 Community Safety

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Providing vital support to firefighting aircraft

A team of five CFA volunteers spent 188 consecutive days behind the scenes helping firefighting aircraft operate safely across western Victoria during the recent fire season.

14 Apr 2026 Community Safety Incidents - Bushfire People

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Newstead medical physicist grateful to help community

As a medical physicist, specialising in radiotherapy cancer care, Newstead Fire Brigade member Anne Perkins decided she wanted to help her community further when she joined CFA in 2009.

13 Apr 2026 Operational Information People Training and Recruitment

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Werribee brigade raises $67,000 for Good Friday Appeal

More than 200 volunteers hit the streets of Werribee as the brigade delivered one of the state’s biggest individual fundraising efforts for The Royal Children’s Hospital.

13 Apr 2026 Events / Fundraising / Offers Partnerships

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80 years of dedication for Erica and District

Erica and District Fire Brigade proudly gathered over the weekend (Sunday 12 April) to celebrate 80 years of service to their local community.

13 Apr 2026 Honours and Awards Events / Fundraising / Offers People

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Volunteer equipment grants open

Applications for the 2026-27 round of the Volunteer Emergency Services Equipment Program (VESEP) are now open until 11 June.

10 Apr 2026 Events / Fundraising / Offers Operational Information Vehicles / Equipment / Buildings

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CFA members prioritise heart health at 2026 State Champs

The CFA Health Services tent was once again a hive of activity at this year’s CFA-VFBV State Firefighter Championships in Stawell.

10 Apr 2026 Health and Safety

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Water drop research continues to provide valuable data

By understanding why some water and retardant drops from ﬁreﬁghting aircraft work well and others don’t, CFA can offer practical guidance to improve the effecti ...

9 Apr 2026 Planning and Research

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Bushfire support and recovery resources available

A range of support services and recovery resources are available to assist members and their families in the wake of the 2025-26 bushfire season.

9 Apr 2026 Health and Safety Incidents - Bushfire

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How we are building a more inclusive workplace

Diversity and inclusion - what does it mean for all of us?

9 Apr 2026 People

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One million reasons to say thanks

A Stawell Fire Brigade member’s five-decade long commitment to the Good Friday Appeal has helped push his brigade past a landmark $1 million in total funds raised.

9 Apr 2026 Events / Fundraising / Offers Partnerships People

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Sod turned at new Clyde Fire Station

Construction is officially underway on a new fire station for Clyde Fire Brigade, marking a major milestone for the local community.

9 Apr 2026 Vehicles / Equipment / Buildings

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Fire restrictions to lift in parts of South West

The Fire Danger Period (FDP) will officially end at 1.00 am on Monday, 20 April in the following municipalities within CFA’s District 5 and 6.

8 Apr 2026 Environment Community Safety Health and Safety

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Cosgrove & Pine Lodge brigade celebrates 115 years

On Sunday 15 March, Cosgrove & Pine Lodge Fire Brigade members came together to acknowledge and celebrate 115 years of service to the community.

8 Apr 2026 Honours and Awards Events / Fundraising / Offers

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Residents' property preparation in Meredith saves homes

Meredith residents Jeff and Marg Cooper have been praised for their preparation efforts at their property ahead of the fire season, as their new sprinkling system saved their house this summer.

7 Apr 2026 Community Safety Incidents - Bushfire Planning and Research

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Selby Fire Brigade celebrates 100 years of service

The Selby Fire Brigade celebrated a major milestone last Saturday 28 March, celebrating 100 years of dedicated service with brigade members past and present.

7 Apr 2026 Events / Fundraising / Offers Others People

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Local CFA volunteers raise $11,000 for sick kids

Yarrambat fire brigade has raised another $11,089 for the Royal Children’s Hospital Good Friday Appeal, with volunteers from Yarrambat and Plenty CFA collecting donations from motorists on Good ...

7 Apr 2026 Events / Fundraising / Offers

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