Yeodene member marks first strike team deployment When the Skipton-Streatham fire broke out on 9 January 2026, Yeodene Fire Brigade member Christine Spencer was deployed to the fireground on her very first strike team to assist. 6 May 2026 Incidents - Bushfire Others People Go to Yeodene member marks first strike team deployment
New CFA podcast series 'From the frontline' is a new podcast series about the extraordinary work our members do to protect the Victorian community. 23 Apr 2026 Incidents - Bushfire People Go to New CFA podcast series
Homes can be rebuilt, lives can't - leave early Long-time Gellibrand Fire Brigade member John Cochrane knows the risks of bushfires better than most, but when fire conditions escalated rapidly near his home he knew leaving early was the safest opti ... 16 Apr 2026 Incidents - Structure People Go to Homes can be rebuilt, lives can't - leave early
Gellibrand helping hands join local brigade When fires tore through their farm and local town in January, Gellibrand resident Rob Murphy and his daughter Veronica quickly jumped into action to help out at the local pub. 26 Mar 2026 Operational Information People Training and Recruitment Go to Gellibrand helping hands join local brigade
Carlisle River brigade member reflects on her January fire experience The January fire season looked different for many CFA volunteers across Victoria, as they navigated responding to calls for help knowing their own families and properties were in fire impacted areas. 23 Mar 2026 Incidents - Bushfire People Go to Carlisle River brigade member reflects on her January fire experience
Private burn-off permits issued for some South West farmers CFA is preparing to issue a small number of Schedule 3 private land burn-off permits to farmers around parts of Lismore, Camperdown and Colac areas, through to the Great Ocean Road. 5 Mar 2026 Community Safety Operational Information People Go to Private burn-off permits issued for some South West farmers
Future firefighters deliver care packages to Otway locals The children of the Carlisle River Fire Brigade Captain have left their mark on the local community this fire season, putting together care packages for those who needed it most. 3 Mar 2026 Events / Fundraising / Offers Incidents - Bushfire People Go to Future firefighters deliver care packages to Otway locals
An open house at Gellibrand CFA was warmly welcomed into the Gellibrand Community House Wednesday evening with many community members present to watch the February Volunteer Forum. 27 Feb 2026 Incidents - Bushfire People Training and Recruitment Go to An open house at Gellibrand
Primary students say thank you to Beeac Fire Brigade More than 100 primary students from Colac and Beeac recently dropped into Beeac Fire Station to say thank you to local CFA volunteers for their hard work and service this fire season. 13 Feb 2026 Incidents - Bushfire People Youth and Juniors Go to Primary students say thank you to Beeac Fire Brigade
Crews praised for swift containment of Larralea bushfire Firefighters have been praised for their rapid response to the Larralea bushfire, which broke out under extreme fire danger conditions during last week’s heatwave. 3 Feb 2026 Incidents - Bushfire People Go to Crews praised for swift containment of Larralea bushfire
Crews battle Carlisle River Fire Following the incredible firefighting efforts from ground and air crews in challenging conditions on Tuesday 27 January, some residents surrounding the Carlise River fire are now able to return home. 29 Jan 2026 Community Safety Incidents - Bushfire Go to Crews battle Carlisle River Fire
Colac Otways communities benefit from face-to-face information sessions Community Liaison Officers (CLOs) have been hard at work this week visiting towns surrounding firegrounds to offer up-to-date information and answer questions. 20 Jan 2026 Community Safety Health and Safety Incidents - Bushfire Go to Colac Otways communities benefit from face-to-face information sessions
Carlisle River Fire Brigade reflects on fire response Carlisle River Fire Brigade has commended the extraordinary efforts of firefighters and support crews following recent fires in the area, while urging the community to remain vigilant as conditions co ... 20 Jan 2026 Incidents - Bushfire Operational Information People Go to Carlisle River Fire Brigade reflects on fire response
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
Recognising the anniversary of the 2015 Wye River bushfire Today, 19 December, marks 10 years since the devastating fires in Wye River. 19 Dec 2025 Incidents - Bushfire Others Go to Recognising the anniversary of the 2015 Wye River bushfire
Ten years on from the devastating Wye River fires It is hard to believe this December marks 10 years since the devastating bushfires which destroyed 116 houses in the coastal towns of Wye River and Separation Creek. 19 Dec 2025 Community Safety Incidents - Bushfire Operational Information Go to Ten years on from the devastating Wye River fires
Wye River community flocks together Many of the locals came to Wye River fire brigade - by foot, vehicle and air - as a native King Parrot inspected the broadcast gear before we went live tonight for the October Volunteer Forum. 30 Oct 2025 Community Safety People Training and Recruitment Go to Wye River community flocks together
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
Colac HQ seeks support volunteers CFA’s District 6 Headquarters Brigade is calling for new volunteers to help with support roles in the area. 26 Jun 2025 Incidents - Bushfire People Training and Recruitment Go to Colac HQ seeks support volunteers
Boonea Yallock cultural immersion tour The weather was finally a truly autumnal day. Crisp and cool, dew on the ground and on the leaves, clear skies, with the sun gently warming our backs. 5 Jun 2025 Environment Others People Go to Boonea Yallock cultural immersion tour
Small change, big impact for Camperdown's safety A further 48 Camperdown residents have had their homes further safeguarded from fire as we head toward winter, thanks to the collaborative efforts of community volunteers. 17 Apr 2025 Community Safety Health and Safety People Go to Small change, big impact for Camperdown's safety
Total Fire Ban for Wimmera and South West A Total Fire Ban (TFB) has been declared for the Wimmera and South West fire weather districts on Saturday, 4 January 2025. 3 Jan 2025 Community Safety People Go to Total Fire Ban for Wimmera and South West
Celebrating success: 2024 Captain Peer Mentor Program in District 6 The 2024 Captain Peer Mentor Program (CPMP) in District 6 has once again proven to be an invaluable initiative, fostering leadership development, networking and personal growth among its participants. 12 Dec 2024 Honours and Awards Others People Go to Celebrating success: 2024 Captain Peer Mentor Program in District 6
South West Region - DCO's 2024 update DCO South West Region Adrian Gutsche provides an update on the accomplishments and achievements from the past year. 10 Dec 2024 Operational Information Others People Go to South West Region - DCO's 2024 update