Simtable demonstrations captivate Lindenow and Mt Taylor communities East Gippsland residents have embraced cutting-edge technology designed to strengthen disaster preparedness, with two simtable demonstrations held in Lindenow and Mt Taylor that drew strong crowds and ... 23 Dec 2025 Community Safety Go to Simtable demonstrations captivate Lindenow and Mt Taylor communities
Major grass fires across state The hot and dry conditions late last week were ideal for fire and resulted in two major grassfires in the state’s north. 23 Dec 2025 Community Safety Incidents - Bushfire Go to Major grass fires across state
Training exercise prepares the south west More than 80 personnel from CFA and other emergency services gathered at the Colac Incident Control Centre to simulate an emergency scenario to sharpen skills and train some fresh faces last week. 23 Dec 2025 Training and Recruitment Go to Training exercise prepares the south west
Total fire ban declared for Wimmera and Mallee A Total Fire Ban (TFB) has been declared for the Wimmera and Mallee tomorrow, Friday 19 December 2025. 18 Dec 2025 Community Safety Go to Total fire ban declared for Wimmera and Mallee
Bulart brigade celebrates dedicated service At their recent annual celebration, Bulart Fire Brigade recently took the opportunity to recognise the extended service of three of their members who have contributed a combined service total of 190 y ... 16 Dec 2025 Honours and Awards Operational Information People Go to Bulart brigade celebrates dedicated service
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
‘I can’t be on the frontline anymore, but I can still help’ This International Day of People with Disability (3 December), CFA is recognising the important role people with disability play across our brigades and the broader community. 3 Dec 2025 Inclusion and Fairness People Vehicles / Equipment / Buildings Go to ‘I can’t be on the frontline anymore, but I can still help’
Agencies combine at Budj Bim for pre-season preparedness Volunteers and staff from CFA recently joined counterparts from Parks Victoria and Forest Fire Management Victoria (FFMVic) to run through fire season preparations at Budj Bim National Park. 25 Nov 2025 Community Safety Incidents - Bushfire Operational Information Go to Agencies combine at Budj Bim for pre-season preparedness
Final municipalities in the south west to enter Fire Danger Period The Fire Danger Period will commence at 1am Monday, 8 December 2025 for the following municipalities in the state’s south west. 25 Nov 2025 Environment Community Safety Health and Safety Go to Final municipalities in the south west to enter Fire Danger Period
Start of harvest brings fire warning The harvesting season has begun and is prompting warnings from CFA to ensure equipment is properly maintained, and precautions are taken to avoid harvester fires. 21 Nov 2025 Environment Community Safety Incidents - Vehicle / Rescue / Hazmat Go to Start of harvest brings fire warning
New Commander in District 11 Tony Ford has officially transferred from District 8 to take on the role of Commander Reliever in District 11. 18 Nov 2025 People Go to New Commander in District 11
Merrijig brigade marks 100 years of service with community celebration Last weekend, Merrijig Fire Brigade gathered with members past and present and the wider community to celebrate a remarkable milestone - a century of volunteer service. 11 Nov 2025 Events / Fundraising / Offers Go to Merrijig brigade marks 100 years of service with community celebration
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
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
Exciting new chapter for Oxley Fire Brigade There’s been an exciting development in District 23 with the formation of a new brigade. 27 Oct 2025 Honours and Awards People Go to Exciting new chapter for Oxley Fire Brigade
Fire Danger Period begins in parts of the north-west The Fire Danger Period will commence at 1am Monday, 03 November 2025 for the following municipalities. 24 Oct 2025 Community Safety Go to Fire Danger Period begins in parts of the north-west
Omeo Fire Brigade celebrates more than 1,100 years of service Omeo Fire Brigade honoured its dedicated volunteers on Saturday 18 October during a special awards night held at the Hilltop Hotel in Omeo. 22 Oct 2025 Honours and Awards Go to Omeo Fire Brigade celebrates more than 1,100 years of service
Victoria’s fire season officially begins This year’s Victorian fire season is set to officially begin with fire restrictions commencing in parts of the state this month. 17 Oct 2025 Community Safety Go to Victoria’s fire season officially begins
The crucial role of Hamilton Airbase Water bombing aircraft play an important role in suppressing fires, but to do an efficient job they need the dedicated work of volunteers at airbases. 13 Oct 2025 Community Safety Operational Information Go to The crucial role of Hamilton Airbase
South west brigades open doors to prepare for fire risk Amid drought conditions, nearly 150 fire brigades in Victoria’s southwest will open their doors to community members throughout October, helping to prepare them for fire season. 9 Oct 2025 Community Safety Health and Safety Incidents - Bushfire Go to South west brigades open doors to prepare for fire risk
Hot Fire Training Day at VEMTC Wangaratta In late August, VEMTC Wangaratta came alive with energy, teamwork, and skill-building as 28 CFA Volunteers gathered for a Hot Fire Training Day. 3 Oct 2025 People Training and Recruitment Go to Hot Fire Training Day at VEMTC Wangaratta
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
Vols on Hols returns: Turnout while you’re kicking back in Gippsland CFA’s beloved Vols on Hols program is back for another season bringing together the best of summer relaxation and community service. 10 Sep 2025 Events / Fundraising / Offers Others Partnerships Go to Vols on Hols returns: Turnout while you’re kicking back in Gippsland