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Buggies get members moving at Central Highlands

Two new eight-seater buggies are now available to transport members quickly and safely around Central Highlands Training Campus.

21 Aug 2026 Training and Recruitment Vehicles / Equipment / Buildings

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Virtual training takes the wheel

CFA is accelerating driver training innovation with the arrival of the first of five new mobile driving simulators.

19 Aug 2026 Training and Recruitment Vehicles / Equipment / Buildings

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New structural firefighting props on their way to CFA

They look like shipping containers, and now they are arriving the same way. CFA’s two new compartment firefighting props are travelling from the Netherlands to Australia by cargo ship and are ex ...

14 Aug 2026 Training and Recruitment Vehicles / Equipment / Buildings

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Staff profile: Trent McKinnon

Trent Mc Kinnon - Assistant Chief Fire Officer Learning & Development.

31 Jul 2026 People Training and Recruitment

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Stage collapse simulation training a success

A stage collapse scenario replicating a real-world incident in Seymour last night has been deemed a success with hundreds of emergency personnel able to put their training into practice.

31 Jul 2026 Training and Recruitment

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One district location, many CFA resources

A warehouse packed with vital CFA equipment was unveiled as part of the July Volunteer Forum at District 7 HQ brigade.

29 Jul 2026 People Training and Recruitment Vehicles / Equipment / Buildings

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Geelong West returns to the site of the Linton tragedy

Members of Geelong West Fire Brigade recently took part in the Linton Staff Ride, reflecting on one of the most significant and sombre events in the brigade’s history.

29 Jul 2026 Incidents - Bushfire Others Training and Recruitment

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New training strengthens home fire safety conversations

CFA’s Community Capability team has launched an updated Delivering the Smoke Alarm Installation Service eLearning module, strengthening the way CFA members support Victoria's most at-risk reside ...

21 Jul 2026 Community Safety Training and Recruitment

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Emerging Leaders Program enters fourth year with successful weekend launch

The Emerging Leaders Program officially commenced its fourth year on 17 July, with participants gathering at Bairnsdale Fire Station for the first of a series of development sessions aimed at building ...

20 Jul 2026 Inclusion and Fairness People Training and Recruitment

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Eyes in the sky and on the ground

Twenty-three CFA members are learning the skills needed to keep Victoria's firefighting aircraft safe and effective, as the organisation invests in the people behind the state's aerial firefighting fl ...

17 Jul 2026 Operational Information Training and Recruitment

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The two of us - Michael Tempini and Lynda Rumbold

Former captain of Lake Boga Fire Brigade Michael Tempini and Wycheproof South Fire Brigade Captain Lynda Rumbold were paired as mentor and mentee through CFA’s Captains Peer Mentor Program (CPMP ...

13 Jul 2026 Inclusion and Fairness People Training and Recruitment

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VLD program - Cert IV in Leadership and Management Graduation and EOI open for 2027

Our most recent group to graduate Cert IV in Leadership and Management showcased the projects they worked on for their brigades over the 12-month course.

10 Jul 2026 Others People Training and Recruitment

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Volunteer Driving Training project continues

The Volunteer Driving Training project continues to deliver additional driving training opportunities for members. 

2 Jul 2026 Incidents - Vehicle / Rescue / Hazmat Training and Recruitment

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Multi-agency road crash rescue capabilities strengthen in Werribee

In their ninth year of collaboration, Werribee Fire Brigade has once again teamed up with Ambulance Victoria and Victoria Police to train and enhance road crash rescue capabilities.

29 Jun 2026 Incidents - Vehicle / Rescue / Hazmat Operational Information Training and Recruitment

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Staff profile - Ashlea Davis

Ashlea Davis: HQ - Coordinator Learning Governance

29 Jun 2026 Others Training and Recruitment

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Natimuk scales up rope rescue skills

At the foot of a world-renowned climbing destination, Natimuk Fire Brigade is continuing to build the specialist skills needed to respond when rescue is required.

19 Jun 2026 Incidents - Others Others People Training and Recruitment

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Women of Lyons leading the way in the south west

Three women are now at the helm of Lyons Fire Brigade, leading a small community in the far southwest of Victoria, paving the way for generations to come.

17 Jun 2026 Inclusion and Fairness People Training and Recruitment

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Share your experience maintaining operational skills

We want to hear from our members about their experiences, challenges and expectations when it comes to maintaining their operational skills.

16 Jun 2026 Planning and Research Training and Recruitment

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Community Safety Brigade elects new leadership

CFA’s first Community Safety Brigade recently elected its second Brigade Management Team.

15 Jun 2026 Community Safety People Training and Recruitment

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Cashmore firefighter finds a way to do it all

A local firefighter at Cashmore Fire Brigade has found the perfect balance between volunteering for her community, juggling two jobs and finding time to engage in extra-curricular activities.

5 Jun 2026 Inclusion and Fairness Operational Information Training and Recruitment

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New images and videos showcase CFA in action

Looking for fresh content from across CFA?

5 Jun 2026 Others People Training and Recruitment

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Express your interest: Certificate IV in Leadership and Management courses

We are excited to announce the opening of the Expression of Interest (EOI) for the April and August 2027 Certificate IV in Leadership and Management courses.

2 Jun 2026 Others Training and Recruitment

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Training profile: Paula Cook

Meet Coordinator District 4 Learning & Development, Paula Cook.

2 Jun 2026 Others Training and Recruitment

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Winning Road Rescue team demonstrate how they 'rain'

In wet conditions the competition-winning Werribee Road Rescue team demonstrated live why their skills are crucial at accidents during the May Volunteer Forum.

27 May 2026 People Training and Recruitment Vehicles / Equipment / Buildings

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