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CFA and SES join forces with rescues across Gippsland

CFA and SES crews in East Gippsland work as one on multiple types of rescues to help save lives.

31 Aug 2023 Incidents - Vehicle / Rescue / Hazmat Partnerships People

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Brigades of CFA: Berriwillock

It’s a grain growing area of dry land crops out in the Mallee, but for Berriwillock Fire Brigade there’s no shortage of local agricultural members putting their hand up to help their commu ...

31 Aug 2023 People

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Members honoured at AFAC annual awards

CFA members Angela Cook, Kelly Stoner and Nancy Boura have been recognised for their work and contribution to the fire services at this year’s Australasian Fire Authorities Council (AFAC) Awards ...

25 Aug 2023 Honours and Awards Community Safety People

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Cardinia and Casey firefighters awarded National Emergency Medals

Around three hundred volunteer firefighters and CFA staff members across Victoria’s South East in CFA’s District 8 have been honoured with National Emergency Medals for their efforts in th ...

15 Aug 2023 Honours and Awards Incidents - Bushfire People

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Warragul local captures the brigade's 140-year history

Retirement for Warragul local, Vaughan Fox, was going to be all about pottering around in his shed, building a wooden boat and learning to weld.

14 Aug 2023 Honours and Awards Events / Fundraising / Offers People

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Citizen's Commendation awarded at Barnawartha Annual Dinner

The night of 18 September 12022 could very well have been remembered in a very different light if not for the actions of Barnawartha Fire Brigade volunteers Jaymee Faz and Grant Pimm.

12 Aug 2023 Honours and Awards People

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South Gippsland brigades celebrate Toora and members' service

More than 500 collective years of service was celebrated at the South Gippsland Group of Fire Brigades’ annual dinner on Saturday, 29 July.

10 Aug 2023 Honours and Awards Events / Fundraising / Offers People

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Death of a member: Greg Godkin, Donald Brigade

Today we mourn the loss of one of our own, Donald Brigade member and Fire Investigator Greg Godkin who passed away late yesterday after returning from operational duties.

9 Aug 2023 Operational Information Others People

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Identical twin brothers follow strides to become Captain

As identical twin brothers, there was always competition growing up, but as soon the Drennan duo hit CFA, their purpose became solely focused on serving their communities.

2 Aug 2023 Honours and Awards People Training and Recruitment

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Nominations open for 2024 King’s Birthday Honours

It’s time to recognise a CFA member you believe deserves to be honoured by nominating them for an Australian Fire Service Medal (AFSM) in the 2024 King’s Birthday Honours.

2 Aug 2023 Honours and Awards People

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Local favourite becomes first woman to captain Sorrento Fire Brigade

Michelle Croad has called Sorrento home her entire life, and now after an impressive 26-year stint at the local brigade as a dedicated firefighter she has officially taken over the reins as captain.

28 Jul 2023 Honours and Awards People Training and Recruitment

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Firefighters bring Ali’s wish to life

CFA firefighters from Caroline Springs recently made seven-year-old Ali’s wish of seeing a fire truck come true when not one, but four fire trucks visited his home.

26 Jul 2023 People

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