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Free Vicmap topographic maps for CFA members

Vicmap Topographic maps, created by The Department of Transport and Planning, are available statewide in four scales: 1:25 000 (A0); 1:30 000 (A3 and A4); 1:50 000 (A0); and 1:100000 (A0).

14 Oct 2025 Others

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New ICT Service Portal – Attend an information session

From 6 November, a new portal will be introduced to raise ICT Service tickets, replacing the current Cherwell system.

13 Oct 2025 Others

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CFA Board tours State Control Centre

CFA Board members have toured the State Control Centre (SCC) - Victoria’s primary control centre for the management of emergencies - in advance of the upcoming fire season.

3 Oct 2025 Others

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Summer lightning

From a desert town to the suburban coast, a deadly blaze can start with a single strike. How ready you are can make all the difference.

3 Oct 2025 Environment Community Safety Others

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First responders help raise awareness of epilepsy

The First Responders team, made up of members from Geelong West Fire Brigade, a paramedic, and an emergency doctor, recently took part in the 2025 Treadmill Challenge in Richmond.

3 Oct 2025 Inclusion and Fairness Others

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International Day of Older Persons

Wednesday 1 October is International Day of Older Persons.

1 Oct 2025 Others

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Volunteers drive the formation of new Apostles Group

A new CFA group has been officially launched in District 6 – the Apostles Group.

29 Sep 2025 Others

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Exciting changes are on the way

Have you heard of the new ICT Service Desk Portal and the FEM Field Application projects?

25 Sep 2025 Community Safety Others

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A brigade's heart-warming gesture

While there might not be an obvious link between a CFA brigade getting two new firefighting vehicles and an animal support centre getting some warm bedding for its four-pawed mates, in this case there ...

19 Sep 2025 Others

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New technologies helping farmers prevent haystack fires

Haystack fires remain a serious risk for farmers, with CFA attending an estimated 150 haystack fires every year.

16 Sep 2025 Community Safety Incidents - Others Others

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Spring 2025 edition of Brigade magazine online now

The spring edition of Brigade magazine will soon arrive in CFA members' letterboxes.

11 Sep 2025 Others

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Vols on Hols returns: Turnout while you’re kicking back in Gippsland

CFA’s beloved Vols on Hols program is back for another season bringing together the best of summer relaxation and community service.

10 Sep 2025 Events / Fundraising / Offers Others Partnerships

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Free Vicmap topographic maps for CFA members

Vicmap Topographic maps, created by The Department of Transport and Planning, are available statewide in four scales: 1:25 000 (A0); 1:30 000 (A3 and A4); 1:50 000 (A0); and 1:100000 (A0).

9 Sep 2025 Others

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100% of Morwell members have a WWCC

CFA has introduced the new Working with Children Clearance policy, which requires CFA employees and volunteers in roles with higher levels of leadership or community interface and/or access to childre ...

9 Sep 2025 Others People

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AI debuts in CFA Search

CFA members can expect a vastly enhanced experience using search on CFA’s Members Online with the inclusion of artificial intelligence (AI).

5 Sep 2025 Others

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Fresh design for News and Media homepage

A cleaner, simpler and more engaging design greets visitors to our new look for the CFA News and Media homepage.

3 Sep 2025 Others

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Share your stories

CFA volunteers can reach a wide audience by uploading their stories and photos to the CFA News and Media website.

29 Aug 2025 Others

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Building a future-focused CFA: What’s ahead in 2025

To support our strategic goal of becoming a future-focused organisation, we’re developing a series of streamlined solutions that will make it easier for members to access support, manage equipme ...

29 Aug 2025 Others

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Deepest sympathies to our colleagues at Victoria Police

On behalf of the CFA Board, CEO and Chief Officer and all members of the CFA, we express our deepest sympathies to our colleagues at Victoria Police on the loss of two officers in the line of duty.&nb ...

26 Aug 2025 Community Safety Incidents - Others Others

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‘Scarred’ book brings Bayindeen fire stories to life

When the Bayindeen-Rocky Road fires tore through the Mount Cole region in February 2024, they left more than a blackened landscape, they left a tapestry of unique stories in need of being told.

25 Aug 2025 Incidents - Bushfire Incidents - Others Others People

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Craigieburn house fire a wake-up call to the dangers of candles

A woman’s remarkable escape from a terrifying house fire in Craigieburn is a stark reminder about the dangers of unattended candles and the need for working smoke alarms in homes.

15 Aug 2025 Community Safety Health and Safety Incidents - Structure

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Busy month for Tyabb reminds all to stay vigilant

Last month Tyabb Fire Brigade saw their busiest July in the history of the brigade, beating last year's July by one call out.

15 Aug 2025 Community Safety Incidents - Others Others

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The Emerging Young Leaders Mentoring Program August workshop

"What a bloody special moment it was! That's what these programs are about," says Mentee Jake Williamson, referring to a session in the August workshop where participants shared their thoughts on wher ...

8 Aug 2025 Others People Youth and Juniors

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