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BA Swap and Go ready to roll

The filling and movement of Breathing Apparatus (BA) cylinders has long been a heavy drain on CFA members' time.

22 May 2026 Vehicles / Equipment / Buildings

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Help shape the future of CFA workwear

A new project is underway to review CFA’s current workwear range, and members are invited to have their say.

20 May 2026 Inclusion and Fairness Vehicles / Equipment / Buildings

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Thermal imaging cameras for district fire investigation teams

The Fire Investigation Section has been successful in obtaining a Volunteer Emergency Services Equipment Program (VESEP) 2025-26 grant as part of the statewide initiative to purchase 3M Scott V320 the ...

6 May 2026 Training and Recruitment Vehicles / Equipment / Buildings

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Training profile: Karen Somerscales

Meet Acting Policy and Doctrine Coordinator Karen Somerscales.

4 May 2026 Others People Training and Recruitment

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CFA welcomes over $148 million in investment

CFA has welcomed a Victorian Government investment of $148.6 million into CFA’s fleet, and a funding boost for fire stations and critical equipment to help keep Victorians and volunteers safe.

24 Apr 2026 Events / Fundraising / Offers Operational Information Vehicles / Equipment / Buildings

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Call for stories and memorabilia as FEM marks 80 years

The Fire Equipment Maintenance (FEM) team is inviting brigade members – past and present – to help bring its history to life ahead of its 80th celebrations.

22 Apr 2026 Community Safety Events / Fundraising / Offers Vehicles / Equipment / Buildings

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Update to Members Online mobile experience

An update to mobile browsing arrived today (21 April) with the launch of a redesigned mobile homepage for Members Online aimed at improving speed and usability.

21 Apr 2026 Others

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Privacy Awareness Week is coming - get ready to level up your privacy skills

We want to hear from you this Privacy Awareness Week.

20 Apr 2026 Events / Fundraising / Offers Others

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Resources available to help CFA members claim their rebate

Less than 20 seconds – that is the average time it is taking CFA members to complete the eligibility check in the CFA portal for the eligible volunteers’ rebate scheme which is administere ...

15 Apr 2026 Others

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Restored Quick Fill returns home for anniversary

A 1980s Godiva trailer-mounted Quick Fill has returned to its former home at Lindenow Fire Brigade for its 80th anniversary open day, following a full restoration by Eastey Fire Trucks.

14 Apr 2026 People Vehicles / Equipment / Buildings

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Volunteer equipment grants open

Applications for the 2026-27 round of the Volunteer Emergency Services Equipment Program (VESEP) are now open until 11 June.

10 Apr 2026 Events / Fundraising / Offers Operational Information Vehicles / Equipment / Buildings

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Training staff profile: Commander Chris Lamb

Meet Commander Chris Lamb

1 Apr 2026 Others People Training and Recruitment

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Invergordon resident’s tribute to CFA becomes viral song

Invergordon resident Brittany Sutton has penned a poem to thank CFA members for their efforts during the fire season, particularly their response to the Yarroweyah–Muckatah fires.

31 Mar 2026 Incidents - Bushfire Others

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Preserving the history of firefighting

Step inside the historic building in Melbourne and you’ll be greeted by Australia’s largest collection of ﬁreﬁghting memorabilia, including CFA exhibits dating back almost tw ...

23 Mar 2026 Vehicles / Equipment / Buildings

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Behind the scenes: Rapid repairs on the fireground

Keeping a fire truck well maintained during extreme and challenging conditions on the fireground is just one of many CFA successes behind the scenes, thanks to hard-working mechanics.

13 Mar 2026 Incidents - Bushfire People Vehicles / Equipment / Buildings

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Dry autumn ahead extends bulk water carrier pilot

A trial program that strategically located bulk water carriers across Victoria will be extended with the fire risk set to continue into the Autumn.

27 Feb 2026 Incidents - Bushfire Operational Information Vehicles / Equipment / Buildings

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Student builds hose scrubber

Glenlyon Group Officer and Franklinford Fire Brigade Lieutenant Dean Jones works as a systems engineering teacher at Daylesford College.

6 Feb 2026 Vehicles / Equipment / Buildings

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Brigades pay it forward

The Knox Group’s Pay It Forward initiative is strengthening camaraderie between brigades and boosting community fire safety across Victoria.

13 Jan 2026 Events / Fundraising / Offers Vehicles / Equipment / Buildings

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CFA Board statement

In the midst of a fire emergency, it is acknowledged that the focus must be on community and supporting our volunteers and staff to continue doing what they do best in protecting Victorian communities ...

12 Jan 2026 People Vehicles / Equipment / Buildings

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Looking back at our 80th year

As we approach the end of the year, we acknowledge the resilience and unwavering service of our volunteers and staff in safeguarding people, communities and the environment across Victoria.

19 Dec 2025 Honours and Awards Events / Fundraising / Offers Vehicles / Equipment / Buildings

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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

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Brigade magazine: Summer edition landing soon

Keep an eye on your letterbox - the summer edition of Brigade magazine is on its way to members.

15 Dec 2025 Others

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Aerial Firefighting Fleet Ready For High-Risk Fire Season

Victoria’s aerial firefighting fleet is ready to take to the skies and support our hardworking ground crews ahead of another high-risk fire season this summer.

10 Dec 2025 Vehicles / Equipment / Buildings

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