Community engaged bushfire research sparks action across Mount Alexander A recent bushfire resilience study in Mount Alexander Shire found that local households are taking significant steps to reduce their fire risk. 18 Dec 2025 Community Safety People Planning and Research Go to Community engaged bushfire research sparks action across Mount Alexander
Fire restrictions announced for the north-west The Fire Danger period will commence at 1am on Monday, 17 November 2025 for the following municipalities in CFA’s North West region. 31 Oct 2025 Community Safety Go to Fire restrictions announced for the north-west
Lockwood brigade takes over town to celebrate 75 years Torrential rain and severe winds were not enough to dampen Lockwood Fire Brigade’s 75-year anniversary festivities on 26 October, as eager members celebrated alongside their community. 30 Oct 2025 Honours and Awards Community Safety Events / Fundraising / Offers Go to Lockwood brigade takes over town to celebrate 75 years
Presenting Fire Wise Kids now live on the Learning Hub The Community Engagement team is pleased to announce the release of Presenting Fire Wise Kids on the Learning Hub. 22 Oct 2025 Community Safety Training and Recruitment Go to Presenting Fire Wise Kids now live on the Learning Hub
Brigades sharpen their readiness for fire season Firefighters across the Macedon Ranges have come together for the Coliban Group of fire brigades’ annual Preseason Group Exercise designed to strengthen operational readiness ahead of what is ex ... 17 Oct 2025 Partnerships Training and Recruitment Go to Brigades sharpen their readiness for fire season
First weekend of Get Fire Ready More than two hundred CFA brigades hosted community-focused fire-readiness events over the weekend 4-5 October as the Get Fire Ready initiative officially kicked off. 6 Oct 2025 Community Safety Events / Fundraising / Offers Health and Safety Go to First weekend of Get Fire Ready
Start of hay season prompts safety warning With hay season beginning in the west and north west parts of the state, farmers are being urged to take extra care in preventing haystack fires. 29 Sep 2025 Community Safety Go to Start of hay season prompts safety warning
The Goldfields get prepared Recently a group of brigades in the state’s north-west gathered and brushed up their skills and knowledge ahead of the summer season. 25 Sep 2025 Community Safety Training and Recruitment Go to The Goldfields get prepared
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 Go to A brigade's heart-warming gesture
New book about Langley Barfold Fire Brigade A new book chronicling 100 years of the Langley Barfold Fire Brigade captures the ways in which a local rural fire brigade has been protecting its community from the dangers of fire while adapting to ... 4 Aug 2025 Others Go to New book about Langley Barfold Fire Brigade
Maldon shed fire triggers lithium-ion battery warning A fire that destroyed a shed in Maldon has prompted fresh warnings about the risks posed by lithium-ion battery devices. 19 Jun 2025 Community Safety Incidents - Structure Operational Information Go to Maldon shed fire triggers lithium-ion battery warning
CFA recognised by Toastmasters International CFA has received a corporate recognition award from Toastmasters International, which is a US-headquartered non-profit educational organisation. 26 May 2025 Honours and Awards Partnerships Go to CFA recognised by Toastmasters International
Bullengarook brigade increases the resilience of its community Last Saturday (3 May) Bullengarook Fire Brigade in partnership with Macedon Ranges Shire Council and local community groups hosted a 'Community Resilience' day. 9 May 2025 Community Safety Events / Fundraising / Offers Go to Bullengarook brigade increases the resilience of its community
Fire restrictions to end in Bendigo and surrounds The Fire Danger Period (FDP) will officially end at 1.00 am on Tuesday, 22nd April 2025 in the following municipalities within CFA’s District 02: 11 Apr 2025 Environment Community Safety Go to Fire restrictions to end in Bendigo and surrounds
New children's programs coming soon CFA's new children's offerings are nearly here. 4 Apr 2025 Community Safety Training and Recruitment Go to New children's programs coming soon
Spotting fake messages and account deactivation issues on Meta platforms In the past 12 months we have seen an increase in the number of fake messages, emails and comments on CFA Meta channels – these include Facebook, Instagram and Threads. 28 Feb 2025 Health and Safety Others People Go to Spotting fake messages and account deactivation issues on Meta platforms
Solar farm in Raywood incident CFA responded to a fire on a solar farm in Raywood, outside Bendigo at about 5.50pm on Thursday 20 February. 20 Feb 2025 Community Safety Incidents - Others Incidents - Structure Others Go to Solar farm in Raywood incident
Sebastian strategic planned burn On Sunday 19 January, brigades from District 2 and 14 joined forces to deliver a strategic controlled burn in the Sebastian area north-west of Bendigo. 17 Feb 2025 Community Safety Training and Recruitment Go to Sebastian strategic planned burn
Grampians and Little Desert fires contained The Grampians – Wallaby Rocks and Little Desert bushfires are now contained following nearly two weeks of incredible work by crews on the ground, in the air and in the control centres. 9 Feb 2025 Community Safety Incidents - Bushfire People Go to Grampians and Little Desert fires contained
Newham brigade's recycled decorations Newham Fire Brigade members have brought some Christmas sparkle to their home village by using clever recycling. 17 Dec 2024 Others Go to Newham brigade's recycled decorations
Site secured for Heathcote Emergency Services Hub It was a highly anticipated occasion for Heathcote Fire Brigade and VICSES members this week, as members gathered to announce the acquisition of land for their new shared facility. 15 Nov 2024 Community Safety People Vehicles / Equipment / Buildings Go to Site secured for Heathcote Emergency Services Hub
CFA announces fire restrictions for west and northwest Victoria The Fire Danger Period (FDP) will begin at 01.00am on Monday, 25 November, for the following municipalities in CFA's west and northwest regions: 14 Nov 2024 Community Safety People Go to CFA announces fire restrictions for west and northwest Victoria
CFA and Ambulance Victoria launch life-saving program Nine CFA brigades are trained and ready to respond to select medical Triple Zero calls as part of a new program that will officially commence on 27 November. 13 Nov 2024 Community Safety Incidents - Others Others Go to CFA and Ambulance Victoria launch life-saving program
CFA at the Langwarrin Disability Expo Three CFA Langwarrin Fire Brigade members, and CFA Community Engagement Adviser Tim Marchinton, attended the Langwarrin Disability Expo on Saturday 26 October 2024. 6 Nov 2024 Community Safety Go to CFA at the Langwarrin Disability Expo