Help shape the future of CFA workwear A new project is underway to review CFA’s current workwear range, and members are invited to have their say. 20 May 2026 Inclusion and Fairness Vehicles / Equipment / Buildings Go to Help shape the future of CFA workwear
Proposed new fire weather districts for 2027-28 season CFA is recommending the creation of 14 new fire weather districts ahead of the 2027–28 high-risk weather season after a comprehensive review of our current district boundaries. 20 May 2026 Community Safety Operational Information Planning and Research Go to Proposed new fire weather districts for 2027-28 season
Metcalfe opens the doors at new station On Sunday, 17 May Metcalfe Fire Brigade members joined together with CFA dignitaries and the local community to officially open the doors to their new fire station. 19 May 2026 Vehicles / Equipment / Buildings Go to Metcalfe opens the doors at new station
CFA team takes second at NSW rescue challenge Werribee Fire Brigade’s road crash rescue team has taken second place at this year’s NSW State Road Crash Rescue Challenge. 7 May 2026 Events / Fundraising / Offers Incidents - Vehicle / Rescue / Hazmat Go to CFA team takes second at NSW rescue challenge
Thermal imaging cameras for district fire investigation teams The Fire Investigation Section has been successful in obtaining a Volunteer Emergency Services Equipment Program (VESEP) 2025-26 grant as part of the statewide initiative to purchase 3M Scott V320 the ... 6 May 2026 Training and Recruitment Vehicles / Equipment / Buildings Go to Thermal imaging cameras for district fire investigation teams
Volunteers attend renowned fire and rescue conference Six CFA volunteer road crash rescue instructors recently travelled to Indianapolis to attend FDIC International, the largest fire and rescue event in North America. 5 May 2026 Events / Fundraising / Offers Incidents - Vehicle / Rescue / Hazmat Training and Recruitment Go to Volunteers attend renowned fire and rescue conference
Winchelsea heavy tanker a strong asset this summer Winchelsea Fire Brigade has officially received its new heavy tanker, a welcome arrival to their fleet to boost their firefighting capacity in their local region. 27 Apr 2026 Events / Fundraising / Offers Operational Information Vehicles / Equipment / Buildings Go to Winchelsea heavy tanker a strong asset this summer
CFA welcomes over $148 million in investment CFA has welcomed a Victorian Government investment of $148.6 million into CFA’s fleet, and a funding boost for fire stations and critical equipment to help keep Victorians and volunteers safe. 24 Apr 2026 Events / Fundraising / Offers Operational Information Vehicles / Equipment / Buildings Go to CFA welcomes over $148 million in investment
New medium tanker strengthens Bemm River Brigade Bemm River Fire Brigade has welcomed a new medium tanker to their engine bay, boosting the brigade’s ability to protect the community well into the future. 24 Apr 2026 People Vehicles / Equipment / Buildings Go to New medium tanker strengthens Bemm River Brigade
New equipment in south-west strengthens bushfire preparedness Local bushfire preparedness and community resilience have received a significant boost with the delivery of new specialist firefighting equipment, funded through the Alcoa Bushfire Ready Fund. 23 Apr 2026 Environment Community Safety Vehicles / Equipment / Buildings Go to New equipment in south-west strengthens bushfire preparedness
Call for stories and memorabilia as FEM marks 80 years The Fire Equipment Maintenance (FEM) team is inviting brigade members – past and present – to help bring its history to life ahead of its 80th celebrations. 22 Apr 2026 Community Safety Events / Fundraising / Offers Vehicles / Equipment / Buildings Go to Call for stories and memorabilia as FEM marks 80 years
Construction begins on new Dartmoor Fire Station Dartmoor Fire Brigade will soon have a new place to call home, with construction on their brand-new fire station underway. 22 Apr 2026 Vehicles / Equipment / Buildings Go to Construction begins on new Dartmoor Fire Station
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 Go to Restored Quick Fill returns home for anniversary
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 Go to Volunteer equipment grants open
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 Go to Water drop research continues to provide valuable data
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 Go to Sod turned at new Clyde Fire Station
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 Go to Residents' property preparation in Meredith saves homes
Using AI on the fireground Artificial Intelligence (AI) is the buzzword of the moment, promising to revolutionise everything from writing emails to driving cars. 7 Apr 2026 Planning and Research Go to Using AI on the fireground
A new era for Keysborough For the members of Keysborough Fire Brigade, the promise of a new home is more than just bricks and mortar – it’s the culmination of a journey spanning two decades. 31 Mar 2026 Planning and Research Vehicles / Equipment / Buildings Go to A new era for Keysborough
Fire tower visit for CFA members On 19 March, the District 7 Women’s Network held its latest quarterly activity – a visit to the Mt Anakie fire tower. 27 Mar 2026 Inclusion and Fairness Operational Information Go to Fire tower visit for CFA members
Culture connects us all - Cultural Diversity Week 2026 We invited Sanjeev Choudhary, CFA's General Manager Health Safety and Wellbeing, to introduce himself and explain why this year’s theme is so important. 25 Mar 2026 Inclusion and Fairness People Go to Culture connects us all - Cultural Diversity Week 2026
Sod turned at site of new Yarram fire station Yarram Fire Brigade members gathered on Tuesday (24 March) to celebrate the beginning of construction on their new fire station. 25 Mar 2026 Vehicles / Equipment / Buildings Go to Sod turned at site of new Yarram fire station
Preserving the history of firefighting Step inside the historic building in Melbourne and you’ll be greeted by Australia’s largest collection of firefighting memorabilia, including CFA exhibits dating back almost tw ... 23 Mar 2026 Vehicles / Equipment / Buildings Go to Preserving the history of firefighting
Fire agencies unite for planned burns across the south-east Residents across south-east Victoria may have noticed smoke hanging low over the hills last weekend (14-15 March) followig a coordinated series of planned burns carried out to reduce fuel loads and st ... 17 Mar 2026 Community Safety Partnerships Planning and Research Go to Fire agencies unite for planned burns across the south-east