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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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Doors open at Newborough station

Newborough Fire Brigade has officially been handed the keys to its new fire station today, 24 July, delivering a major upgrade for the brigade.

24 Jul 2026 Vehicles / Equipment / Buildings

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Gear up for the 2026 CFA STEPtember Challenge

Winter may be in full swing, but it’s already time to prep for the warmer months ahead.

24 Jul 2026 Health and Safety

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Close escape sparks wood heater warning

CFA is advising Victorians to use wood heaters safely during the colder months following a fire that destroyed a rural home in Hinnomunjie, East Gippsland on Tuesday (21 July).

23 Jul 2026 Health and Safety Incidents - Structure

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Malmsbury junior camp a crowd favourite

Junior members from four north-western CFA fire brigades were treated to a Challenge Camp over the school holidays, working on their teamwork, camaraderie and decision-making skills.

23 Jul 2026 Inclusion and Fairness People Youth and Juniors

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Quick-thinking residents prevent garage fire from spreading

The quick actions of a Mooroolbark family have helped prevent a fire from spreading through their home, after a blaze recently ignited in their garage.

23 Jul 2026 Community Safety Incidents - Structure

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Faces of CFA – Joseph Stubberfield

What binds CFA members is the common goal to protect lives and property. But they are a diverse bunch, every member has a story and Faces of CFA introduces you to just some of those stories.

23 Jul 2026 People

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Malmsbury Junior Challenge Camp 2026

Over the weekend (18-19 July) Maiden Gully Junior Brigade joined with Glenlyon, Gisborne and Heathcote Juniors as well as several 16-year-olds beginning their General Firefighter training, for a Junio ...

22 Jul 2026 Inclusion and Fairness People Youth and Juniors

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Skipton Fire Brigade celebrates service at awards presentation night

Skipton Fire Brigade recently held its annual awards presentation night, recognising the remarkable dedication and service of its members to the brigade, CFA and the wider community.

21 Jul 2026 Honours and Awards

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New training strengthens home fire safety conversations

CFA’s Community Capability team has launched an updated Delivering the Smoke Alarm Installation Service eLearning module, strengthening the way CFA members support Victoria's most at-risk reside ...

21 Jul 2026 Community Safety Training and Recruitment

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Pentland Group welcomes leadership first

Two women have simultaneously been elected to senior leadership roles within CFA’s Pentland Group, marking a first for District 15 in the state’s west.

20 Jul 2026 Inclusion and Fairness People

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Emerging Leaders Program enters fourth year with successful weekend launch

The Emerging Leaders Program officially commenced its fourth year on 17 July, with participants gathering at Bairnsdale Fire Station for the first of a series of development sessions aimed at building ...

20 Jul 2026 Inclusion and Fairness People Training and Recruitment

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Eyes in the sky and on the ground

Twenty-three CFA members are learning the skills needed to keep Victoria's firefighting aircraft safe and effective, as the organisation invests in the people behind the state's aerial firefighting fl ...

17 Jul 2026 Operational Information Training and Recruitment

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Renters urged to know their smoke alarm rights

Victorian renters are being reminded they have the right to live in a property with working smoke alarms, following a recent fire where a smoke alarm alerted a passerby while the tenant was away.

16 Jul 2026 Community Safety Incidents - Structure People

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The two of us - Michael Tempini and Lynda Rumbold

Former captain of Lake Boga Fire Brigade Michael Tempini and Wycheproof South Fire Brigade Captain Lynda Rumbold were paired as mentor and mentee through CFA’s Captains Peer Mentor Program (CPMP ...

13 Jul 2026 Inclusion and Fairness People Training and Recruitment

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VLD program - Cert IV in Leadership and Management Graduation and EOI open for 2027

Our most recent group to graduate Cert IV in Leadership and Management showcased the projects they worked on for their brigades over the 12-month course.

10 Jul 2026 Others People Training and Recruitment

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Strengthening Child Safety: New approach to Child Safety Risk Assessments (CSRA)

CFA has introduced a simplified and more consistent Child Safety Risk Assessment (CSRA) process to support safer planning and delivery of activities and programs involving children and young people.

10 Jul 2026 Inclusion and Fairness People Youth and Juniors

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From response to prevention

For nearly 50 years, Horsham Fire Brigade member Ray Carman has dedicated his time to protecting his community, first by fighting fires and later by helping prevent them.

9 Jul 2026 Community Safety People

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CFA sites planned outage

The CFA website and intranet (Members Online and the Juniors site) will be undergoing a system upgrade on Tuesday 14 July from 7.30pm to 11.30pm. During this time these sites may be unavailable to use ...

8 Jul 2026 Others

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