Recognising the anniversary of the 2015 Wye River bushfire Today, 19 December, marks 10 years since the devastating fires in Wye River. 19 Dec 2025 Incidents - Bushfire Others Go to Recognising the anniversary of the 2015 Wye River bushfire
Ten years on from the devastating Wye River fires It is hard to believe this December marks 10 years since the devastating bushfires which destroyed 116 houses in the coastal towns of Wye River and Separation Creek. 19 Dec 2025 Community Safety Incidents - Bushfire Operational Information Go to Ten years on from the devastating Wye River fires
Ground Observer exercise brings districts together Ground Observers from Districts 7 and 15 joined forces in the Brisbane Ranges for a hands-on training exercise aimed at sharpening fireground intelligence skills ahead of the summer fire season. 16 Dec 2025 Operational Information Training and Recruitment Go to Ground Observer exercise brings districts together
Crib Point hosts exercise for third year running For the third year running, Crib Point played host to a major joint training exercise, bringing together brigades from across the Westernport, Peninsula and South East Groups. 7 Nov 2025 Operational Information Training and Recruitment Go to Crib Point hosts exercise for third year running
'Ruff' rescue for Fünf in Airleys Inlet A Sunday morning walk turned dramatic for a small dog named Fünf after she fell down a cliff in Aireys Inlet on Sunday 26 October. 27 Oct 2025 Incidents - Others Others People Go to 'Ruff' rescue for Fünf in Airleys Inlet
Fast hose swap solution a hit in District 7 A trial of a new Hose Swap and Go System in District 7 is proving a great success - reducing downtime, boosting operational readiness and simplifying the hose maintenance process for local brigades. 21 Oct 2025 Operational Information Vehicles / Equipment / Buildings Go to Fast hose swap solution a hit in District 7
West Gippsland fire preparation in full force The small town of Noojee recently became the centre of a multi-agency training exercise, gathering 70 local personnel to prepare for the upcoming high risk fire season in West Gippsland. 25 Sep 2025 Community Safety Operational Information Training and Recruitment Go to West Gippsland fire preparation in full force
CFA celebrates Youth Fest September not only marks the start of spring, it also marks Youth Fest, an annual celebration that champions young people and amplifies their voices. 4 Sep 2025 Events / Fundraising / Offers Inclusion and Fairness Youth and Juniors Go to CFA celebrates Youth Fest
Medal haul for volunteer firefighter at international games CFA member John Mangrum has represented Australia and brought home a haul of medals from the World Police and Fire Games (WPFG) in Alabama, US. 6 Aug 2025 Events / Fundraising / Offers People Go to Medal haul for volunteer firefighter at international games
Multi-agency effort rescues woman buried in silage A woman who became trapped under a large volume of silage was successfully rescued following a multi-agency operation at a property in Darnum on Sunday, 13 July. 18 Jul 2025 Incidents - Vehicle / Rescue / Hazmat Operational Information People Go to Multi-agency effort rescues woman buried in silage
Hose swap and go: A game-changer for District 7 brigades District 7’s Hose Swap and Go program is proving to be a resounding success - delivering faster hose replacement, boosting brigade readiness and reducing downtime. 14 Jul 2025 Operational Information Vehicles / Equipment / Buildings Go to Hose swap and go: A game-changer for District 7 brigades
Budj Bim Cultural Immersion Tour On Saturday 28 June, CFA members visited Budj Bim Cultural Landscape as part of the South West Region Cultural Immersion Tours. 30 Jun 2025 Environment Events / Fundraising / Offers Inclusion and Fairness Go to Budj Bim Cultural Immersion Tour
Boonea Yallock cultural immersion tour The weather was finally a truly autumnal day. Crisp and cool, dew on the ground and on the leaves, clear skies, with the sun gently warming our backs. 5 Jun 2025 Environment Others People Go to Boonea Yallock cultural immersion tour
A century of service at Bannockburn On Saturday 5 April, emergency services personnel and more than 20 trucks formed a procession down the main street of Bannockburn to celebrate the brigade's 100th year serving the community. 7 Apr 2025 Events / Fundraising / Offers Go to A century of service at Bannockburn
Brigades gear up for the final week of State Championships We saw our firefighters of tomorrow kick off 2025 CFA/VFBV State Firefighter Championships last weekend, but there is more to come with our Senior Urban and Senior and Junior Rural teams gearing up fo ... 26 Mar 2025 Events / Fundraising / Offers Go to Brigades gear up for the final week of State Championships
Mannerim father and daughter duo dominate championships A father daughter duo from Mannerim Fire Brigade are a force to be reckoned with in this year’s State Championships. 20 Mar 2025 Honours and Awards Events / Fundraising / Offers People Go to Mannerim father and daughter duo dominate championships
Tanjil Fire Brigade celebrates half a century Tanjil Fire Brigade has proudly served its community for half a century and came together recently to celebrate. 12 Feb 2025 Honours and Awards Events / Fundraising / Offers People Go to Tanjil Fire Brigade celebrates half a century
CFA volunteers go ‘beyond’ this new years CFA crews worked at the Beyond the Valley Music Festival to keep festivalgoers safe while they celebrated the new year. 3 Jan 2025 Events / Fundraising / Offers Others Go to CFA volunteers go ‘beyond’ this new years
Sleigh bells and sirens: Geelong West brigade’s festive tradition For Geelong West Fire Brigade, Christmas Eve is more than just another night; — it’s an annual mission of joy, laughter, and community spirit. 19 Dec 2024 Events / Fundraising / Offers People Go to Sleigh bells and sirens: Geelong West brigade’s festive tradition
South West Region - DCO's 2024 update DCO South West Region Adrian Gutsche provides an update on the accomplishments and achievements from the past year. 10 Dec 2024 Operational Information Others People Go to South West Region - DCO's 2024 update
Six commended for their critical response Three CFA members and three citizens have been commended for their composed and specialised response throughout a highly critical health incident involving a fellow member. 27 Nov 2024 Honours and Awards Incidents - Others Others People Go to Six commended for their critical response
Fire restrictions announced for southeast Victoria The Fire Danger Period (FDP) will begin at 1:00am on Monday, December 9, for the following municipalities in CFA’s southeast region: 26 Nov 2024 Community Safety Health and Safety Operational Information Go to Fire restrictions announced for southeast Victoria
Teesdale Fire Brigade celebrates 75 years Teesdale Fire Brigade members and the local community have celebrated their 75-year milestone with displays and activities throughout the day for all ages to enjoy. 1 Nov 2024 Honours and Awards Events / Fundraising / Offers People Go to Teesdale Fire Brigade celebrates 75 years
October Volunteer Forum from Bannockburn Bannockburn hosted the October Volunteer Forum, with special guest Board Chair Jo Plummer on hand to update on the future of CFA. 29 Oct 2024 Operational Information People Training and Recruitment Go to October Volunteer Forum from Bannockburn