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
‘Vols on Hols’ heads to north west After a successful summer in the south east, CFA’s ‘Vols on Hols’ program will be trialed in areas of the north west over the Easter school holidays to ensure popular tourist towns h ... 27 Mar 2026 Operational Information People Go to ‘Vols on Hols’ heads to north west
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
Competition runs in the family at Kerang For one Kerang family, the CFA/VFBV State Firefighter Championships isn’t just a competition, it’s a family outing. 25 Mar 2026 Events / Fundraising / Offers People Go to Competition runs in the family at Kerang
Give us a hand next fire season More than 3,400 Victorians have put their hand up to join CFA since the devasting January bushfires, hoping they too can lend a hand in the next fire season to protect their communities. 24 Mar 2026 Events / Fundraising / Offers People Training and Recruitment Go to Give us a hand next fire season
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
Fundraising runs in the family at Kyabram The Crompton family understands the importance of the Good Friday Appeal all too well. 13 Mar 2026 Events / Fundraising / Offers People Go to Fundraising runs in the family at Kyabram
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
CFA members receive Australian Fire Service Medals This Australia Day, five highly regarded CFA members were awarded the prestigious Australian Fire Service Medal (AFSM), in recognition of their outstanding service to CFA and their communities. 26 Jan 2026 Honours and Awards Operational Information People Go to CFA members receive Australian Fire Service Medals
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
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
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
150 years strong at Rochester Fire Brigade Rochester Fire Brigade marked their sesquicentennial of service over the weekend with a torchlight procession, followed by a community barbecue and fireworks to conclude the evening. 28 May 2025 Events / Fundraising / Offers People Go to 150 years strong at Rochester Fire Brigade
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
Fire restrictions to end in areas of state's north-west The Fire Danger Period (FDP) restrictions will lift at 1am on Monday 7 April for some municipalities in fire districts 18 and 20. 27 Mar 2025 Community Safety Operational Information Go to Fire restrictions to end in areas of state's north-west
Grampians and Little Desert fires contained The Grampians – Wallaby Rocks and Little Desert bushfires are now contained following nearly two weeks of incredible work by crews on the ground, in the air and in the control centres. 9 Feb 2025 Community Safety Incidents - Bushfire People Go to Grampians and Little Desert fires contained