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Honouring 80 years of dedication at Main Ridge

A passionate 80 years of community service was celebrated over the weekend, as CFA members from Main Ridge Fire Brigade gathered with friends and family to mark the occasion.

19 May 2026 Honours and Awards Events / Fundraising / Offers People

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CFA planned burns a helping hand to local communities

CFA has continued to exceed planned burning and fuel treatment targets over the last two years, further helping to protect Victorians and their properties, agricultural assets, and businesses.

15 May 2026 Environment Community Safety Operational Information

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Community gathers to say thanks to frontline workers

CFA alongside other emergency services agencies gathered last weekend at Gumbuya World for a ‘Community Heroes Day’ to say a big thank you to frontline workers and their families.

28 Apr 2026 Events / Fundraising / Offers People

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A century of service

Boneo Fire Brigade is celebrating an extraordinary milestone, as two of its members — Keith Newnham and Richard 'Ricky' Clayton — each reach an incredible 50 years of continuous service.

27 Apr 2026 Honours and Awards Others People

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Sod turned at new Clyde Fire Station

Construction is officially underway on a new fire station for Clyde Fire Brigade, marking a major milestone for the local community.

9 Apr 2026 Vehicles / Equipment / Buildings

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Fire restrictions to end in parts of North West, South East and North East regions

The Fire Danger Period (FDP) will officially end at 1.00 am on Tuesday, 7 April in the following municipalities within CFA’s District 2, 8, 9, 10, 11, 27, 23 and 14.

31 Mar 2026 Operational Information

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A new era for Keysborough

For the members of Keysborough Fire Brigade, the promise of a new home is more than just bricks and mortar – it’s the culmination of a journey spanning two decades.

31 Mar 2026 Planning and Research Vehicles / Equipment / Buildings

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‘Vols on Hols’ extends across the south east

After a successful summer, CFA’s ‘Vols on Hols’ program will continue throughout the Easter school holidays to ensure popular holiday towns have the fire response coverage they need.

16 Mar 2026 Community Safety Operational Information People

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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

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Road rescue pioneer and wellbeing advocate honoured with AFSM

Garth Johnson has dedicated more than 45 years to serving his community as a CFA volunteer, a leader in road rescue and a wellbeing advocate.

26 Jan 2026 Honours and Awards Operational Information People

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Total Fire Ban for Geelong, Melbourne and surrounds for the first time this season, alongside Wimmera and South West

A Total Fire Ban (TFB) has been declared for the Wimmera, South West and Central fire weather districts tomorrow, Wednesday, 7 January 2026.

6 Jan 2026 Environment Community Safety Health and Safety

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Pearcedale's Annual Golf Day - A great fundraiser

Held every November, the Pearcedale Fire Brigade Community Golf Day has become a much-loved tradition that brings the community together in support of a vital cause.

16 Dec 2025 Events / Fundraising / Offers

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Don't let your Christmas catch fire

As Victorians start ticking off their Christmas shopping lists, fire and safety authorities are urging everyone to think safety first when buying lithium-ion battery products, such as e-bikes, e-scoot ...

8 Dec 2025 Community Safety Health and Safety Incidents - Structure

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Crib Point Brigade celebrates 75 years of service

Crib Point Fire Brigade marked a proud milestone over the weekend (15 November), celebrating 75 years of service with brigade members past and present.

18 Nov 2025 Honours and Awards Events / Fundraising / Offers People

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Remaining municipalities in south-east to enter Fire Danger Period

The Fire Danger Period will commence at 1am Monday, 17 November 2025 for the following municipalities.

10 Nov 2025 Community Safety

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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

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Upper Beaconsfield Fire Brigade celebrates centenary with mural unveiling

Upper Beaconsfield Fire Brigade has been serving their community for 100 years and this weekend they came together to celebrate the milestone.

27 Oct 2025 Honours and Awards Events / Fundraising / Offers People

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CFA keep community safe at Moto GP

CFA crews successfully delivered fire protection and suppression services at the 2025 Australian Motorcycle Grand Prix, held at Phillip Island over the weekend.

22 Oct 2025 Events / Fundraising / Offers

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Three generations of Owens at Beaconsfield

Recently Liam Owen turned 11 years old and joined Beaconsfield Fire Brigade as a junior member. This was not surprising given that dad Glynn and pop Rhys are both firefighters in the brigade.

24 Sep 2025 People Youth and Juniors

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Gondola mock evacuation a success in Arthurs Seat

A CFA led exercise saw over 150 emergency services personnel join forces at a simulated rescue at Arthurs Seat Eagle (ASE) to ensure they are equipped should the situation arise.

19 Sep 2025 Community Safety Incidents - Vehicle / Rescue / Hazmat Training and Recruitment

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Mt Martha celebrates renovated station and new vehicle

Mt Martha Fire Brigade has officially opened their newly renovated fire station and handed their new Field Command Vehicle this week.

19 Sep 2025 Events / Fundraising / Offers Vehicles / Equipment / Buildings

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CFA celebrates Youth Fest

September not only marks the start of spring, it also marks Youth Fest, an annual celebration that champions young people and amplifies their voices.

4 Sep 2025 Events / Fundraising / Offers Inclusion and Fairness Youth and Juniors

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Four south-east brigades join lifesaving program

Four brigades in Victoria’s south-east are part of 26 CFA brigades now trained and ready to respond to select medical Triple Zero (000) calls as part of a new program that officially commenced i ...

22 Aug 2025 Community Safety Health and Safety Training and Recruitment

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