With hay season arriving early in western Victoria and parts of the state facing an increased fire risk this spring, CFA is urging farmers to take extra care to prevent haystack fires.

11 Oct 2024 Community Safety Incidents - Others Others People

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Goulburn-Murray Water volunteers bolster Boort Fire Brigade

A trio of Boort locals are continuing a tradition of Goulburn-Murray Water (GMW) employees volunteering at the local fire brigade.

7 Aug 2024 Partnerships People Training and Recruitment

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CFA report urges farmers to check machinery early

Following 45 header fires across harvest season in the far north-west of the state, fire authorities are reminding grain growers to make machinery maintenance and hygiene a priority.

31 Jul 2024 Community Safety Incidents - Others Incidents - Vehicle / Rescue / Hazmat Others

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Community Captain commended for his leadership

Highly respected community member and Kerang Fire Brigade Captain Ramon Steel has officially been commended for his leadership throughout various flood events.

16 Jul 2024 Honours and Awards Incidents - Others Others People

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Multi-agency training boosts High Angle Rescue response

Twelve emergency service volunteers from across Victoria gained valuable experience simulating High Angle Rescue scenarios in picturesque Marysville this weekend.

1 Jul 2024 Incidents - Vehicle / Rescue / Hazmat Partnerships Training and Recruitment

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A friendship forged in floods

On Sunday 3 March the refurbished Doreen Fire Station was officially opened. However, other significant events took place on that day. This is just one of them.

6 Mar 2024 Honours and Awards Partnerships People

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Total Fire Ban for Mallee, Wimmera and Northern Country

A Total Fire Ban (TFB) has been declared for the Wimmera, Mallee and Northern Country regions tomorrow, Wednesday, 13 December 2023.

12 Dec 2023 Others

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Fire restrictions announced for District 13

The Fire Danger Period (FDP) will begin at 01.00am on Monday, 18 December for the following municipalities in CFA’s District 13:

1 Dec 2023 Others

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The ripple effect of homemade scones and fire safety

It sounds like a pretty simple idea: have an afternoon tea at Seville Community House with the community in early November.

23 Nov 2023 Community Safety Partnerships People

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CFA reminds farmers of harvester safety precautions

Following the warmer, drier conditions experienced in spring, CFA is warning farmers to take care with their upcoming harvesting activities.

16 Nov 2023 Community Safety Health and Safety Incidents - Others Others

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An early start to hay season prompts caution

An earlier hay season has Victorian farmers and CFA talking about the dangers of high moisture content in hay as they begin cutting, baling and storing it in warmer conditions.

8 Nov 2023 Community Safety Incidents - Others Operational Information Others

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Hay season to start early in state's west and central districts

An earlier hay season has Victorian farmers and CFA talking about the dangers of high moisture content in hay as they begin cutting, baling and storing it in warmer conditions.

26 Sep 2023 Community Safety Incidents - Others Others Planning and Research

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Masterclass in driving awareness

One hundred brigade drivers from Maroondah Group and Knox Group gathered together for an enlightening presentation.

12 Sep 2023 Incidents - Others Operational Information Others Training and Recruitment

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Death of a member: Greg Godkin, Donald Brigade

Today we mourn the loss of one of our own, Donald Brigade member and Fire Investigator Greg Godkin who passed away late yesterday after returning from operational duties.

9 Aug 2023 Operational Information Others People

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Knox Group brigades' successful training day

On Sunday 30 July there was a successful training day organised by Bayswater Fire Brigade, where several CFA and FRV brigades joined forces to showcase the power of teamwork.

31 Jul 2023 Partnerships Training and Recruitment

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ICT business analysts visit Bayswater Fire Brigade

ICT's business analysts recently visited Bayswater Fire Brigade.

14 Jul 2023 Partnerships People

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Hiker rescued in Cathedral Ranges

Great teamwork between members from multiple agencies lead to the rescue of a hiker trapped in harsh conditions.

22 Jun 2023 Incidents - Others Others

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Inter-agency cooperation leads the way in high-angle rescue

Multiple agencies were involved in the rescue of a man who had fallen in Gembrook.

8 Jun 2023 Incidents - Others Others Partnerships

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Gruyere couple strike the right balance with work and daytime responding

Married couple Jen and Ray moved to Gruyere in the Yarra Valley eight years ago and originally thought they had no spare time to join CFA.

18 May 2023 Others People

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AFL legend speaks at flood recovery events

Former AFL star Tom Boyd has shared his journey with mental health and resilience at a series of events to acknowledge the efforts of volunteers during Victoria’s 2022-23 flood emergency.

19 Apr 2023 Events / Fundraising / Offers Health and Safety Incidents - Others Others

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