Header fire a good reminder CFA is urging farmers to be fire safe when using machinery following a paddock fire this week which burnt around 40 hectares. 11 Dec 2025 Community Safety Go to Header fire a good reminder
Total Fire Ban for Wimmera, Mallee and Northern Country A Total Fire Ban (TFB) has been declared for the Wimmera, Mallee and Northern Country tomorrow, Thursday 4 December 2025. 3 Dec 2025 Environment Community Safety Health and Safety Go to Total Fire Ban for Wimmera, Mallee and Northern Country
First fire restrictions announced for the north-east The Fire Danger period will commence at 1am on Monday, 10 November 2025 for the following municipalities in CFA’s North East Region. 31 Oct 2025 Community Safety Health and Safety Go to First fire restrictions announced for the north-east
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
How Boho’s preparation paid off Ahead of a high-risk fire season across much of Victoria, CFA is highlighting the example of community preparation in Boho earlier this year as a model for all Victorians living in bushfire-prone area ... 15 Sep 2025 Community Safety Incidents - Bushfire People Go to How Boho’s preparation paid off
Fire extinguisher maintenance day boosts safety at Shepparton Saleyards The Shepparton COGS Group recently hosted a Fire Extinguisher Information and Testing Day, welcoming members of the rural community to the Shepparton Livestock Saleyards for a hands-on safety initiati ... 5 Sep 2025 Community Safety Go to Fire extinguisher maintenance day boosts safety at Shepparton Saleyards
"We've lost everything" A fire that recently tore through an entire Toolamba family home has Victorian fire services calling for residents to inspect the condition of electrical items that are stored in garages. 30 Jul 2025 Community Safety Health and Safety Incidents - Structure Go to "We've lost everything"
Wood heater fire scare for Tatura family A wood heater fire that tore through the home of a Tatura family has Victoria’s fire services calling for vigilance when warming homes this winter. 13 Jun 2025 Community Safety Health and Safety Incidents - Structure Go to Wood heater fire scare for Tatura family
Fire restrictions to end in District 23 The Fire Danger Period (FDP) will officially end at 1am on Tuesday 22 April in the following municipalities in CFA’s District 23. 16 Apr 2025 Community Safety Operational Information Go to Fire restrictions to end in District 23
Fire restrictions to end in parts of north east The Fire Danger Period (FDP) will officially end at 1.00 am on Monday, 14 April 2025 in the following municipalities within CFA Districts 12 and 22. 8 Apr 2025 Community Safety Go to Fire restrictions to end in parts of north east
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
CFA highlights risk after machinery sparks Glenrowan fire CFA is reminding landowners, farmers, and machinery operators to remain alert to the fire risk this autumn after a large bushfire near Glenrowan earlier this week. 7 Mar 2025 Community Safety Incidents - Bushfire Go to CFA highlights risk after machinery sparks Glenrowan fire
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
Euroa members recognised for fire medical response Euroa Fire Brigade has been recognised for their exemplary community service in CFA’s Fire Medical Response (FMR) Program, going beyond their primary mission of firefighting. 30 Jan 2025 Community Safety Partnerships People Go to Euroa members recognised for fire medical response
Navigating the Pines On Sunday 24 November 24, CFA members gathered for a group training exercise hosted by the Moyhu Group and Hancock Victorian Plantations (HVP.) 5 Dec 2024 Others Training and Recruitment Go to Navigating the Pines
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
Fire restrictions announced in parts of the northeast The Fire Danger Period (FDP) will begin at 01.00am on Monday, November 18, for the following municipalities in CFA’s North East region: 7 Nov 2024 Community Safety People Go to Fire restrictions announced in parts of the northeast
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
Fire restrictions announced in parts of the northeast The Fire Danger Period (FDP) will begin at 01.00am on Monday, November 11, for the following municipalities in CFA’s North East region: 4 Nov 2024 Environment Community Safety Health and Safety Go to Fire restrictions announced in parts of the northeast
New fire season resources to prepare the community CFA is providing new materials and resources for its brigades and members to make sure they and the community are prepared for the summer season. 30 Oct 2024 Community Safety Go to New fire season resources to prepare the community
Appointment of CFA CEO - Greg Leach AFSM I am delighted to announce that following an extensive search Greg Leach AFSM has been appointed by the Victorian Government as the new Chief Executive Officer for CFA. 11 Oct 2024 Others People Go to Appointment of CFA CEO - Greg Leach AFSM
Wangaratta training campus celebrates 40 years One of CFA’s eight training facilities used by firefighters celebrated its 40th anniversary with members and families on the weekend. 8 Oct 2024 Community Safety Events / Fundraising / Offers People Go to Wangaratta training campus celebrates 40 years
Igniting new skills in fire investigation Cara Disint’s commitment to her local community is undeniable. A firefighter for 23 years, first with Stanhope Fire Brigade and now with Mooroopna, she is also Mooroopna Fire Brigade’s 2nd ... 25 Sep 2024 Community Safety Training and Recruitment Go to Igniting new skills in fire investigation
Wangaratta North receives new ultra heavy tanker Wangaratta North fire brigade is prepared for the upcoming fire season after receiving the keys for their new ultra-heavy tanker. 18 Sep 2024 Community Safety Incidents - Bushfire Vehicles / Equipment / Buildings Go to Wangaratta North receives new ultra heavy tanker