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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

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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

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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

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Victorian homes at fire safety risk from everyday products

Victorian fire services are warning of the fire risk of everyday household products after a recent significant incident in Upwey, where a family lost their home in a fire linked to a lithium-ion batte ...

6 May 2026 Community Safety Incidents - Structure

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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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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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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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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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Test your smoke alarm when clocks wind back

Victoria’s fire agencies are encouraging residents to test their smoke alarms when they wind their clocks back this Sunday, as data shows more than half of serious house fires start in the bedro ...

2 Apr 2026 Community Safety Health and Safety Incidents - Structure

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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

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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

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Lilydale Fire Brigade saves man from house fire

The quick actions by Lilydale Fire Brigade members have saved a life during a recent house fire, after using forced entry through the front door to reach the resident.

25 Mar 2026 Community Safety Incidents - Structure

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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

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Behind the scenes: Rapid repairs on the fireground

Keeping a fire truck well maintained during extreme and challenging conditions on the fireground is just one of many CFA successes behind the scenes, thanks to hard-working mechanics.

13 Mar 2026 Incidents - Bushfire People Vehicles / Equipment / Buildings

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Stawell brigade's new gas detection capability

Stawell Fire Brigade has expanded its emergency response capability with the addition of a new atmospheric gas detector, funded in part through a fundraising effort by Stawell Secondary College.

5 Mar 2026 Partnerships Vehicles / Equipment / Buildings

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CFA brigade wins mine rescue competition

CFA’s Oscar 1 Technical Rescue Brigade has claimed first place at the 2026 Victorian Mine Rescue Competition (VMRC) in Bendigo, showcasing their skill and teamwork against some of the country's ...

4 Mar 2026 Honours and Awards Events / Fundraising / Offers Incidents - Vehicle / Rescue / Hazmat

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