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Young trio paving the way for volunteerism in Lorne

Three young Lorne emergency services workers have been the catalyst for injecting youth into the local fire brigade over the past year, as five new recruits have followed in their footsteps.

20 May 2024

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Celebrating our volunteers this National Volunteer Week

This week is National Volunteer Week, an annual week-long celebration of volunteering that highlights the important role of volunteers in our community.

20 May 2024

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“Something for everyone at CFA” as we celebrate National Volunteer Week

This National Volunteer Week (NVW) CFA, and our partner emergency service volunteer organisations, acknowledge and thank the tens of thousands of Victorians for their unpaid contribu ...

20 May 2024

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All aboard for fire safety

Staff and participants at All Aboard disABILITY Support Services in Torquay have learned how to deal with fires in the workplace thanks to CFA’s Industry Fire Prevention team.

17 May 2024

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CFA assists in Lake Gorrie planned burn

On Sunday 13 May, CFA along with Forest Fire Management Victoria (FFMV) and the Gunditj Mirring Traditional Owners Aboriginal Corporation, carried out a controlled burn at Lake Gorrie.

13 May 2024

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House fire escape shows bedroom smoke alarms are essential

A father whose family escaped a fire that destroyed their Truganina home in a matter of minutes is calling on Victorians to install smoke alarms in all bedrooms.

13 May 2024

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Mothers leading the next generation of CFA volunteers

CFA is celebrating its incredible mums this Mother’s Day and Michelle Turnham said her kids inspired her to become a CFA volunteer. 

12 May 2024

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Escaped burn-offs a timely reminder for landowners

Following a year that saw CFA volunteers respond to 815 incidents caused by escaped burn-offs, fire crews are urging landowners to take extra precautions before lighting up.

8 May 2024

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Large grass and scrub fire in Mooroopna North

Firefighters battled a grass and scrub fire yesterday following sightings of two columns of smoke at Mooroopna North.

8 May 2024

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Brigade protects wildlife

Goongerah Fire Brigade, in a remote East Gippsland settlement, was badly impacted by the 2019-20 bushfires.

6 May 2024

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CFA remembers fallen heroes

Hundreds gathered today for the Annual Firefighter Memorial to honour the memory of the 82 CFA firefighters who lost their lives in the line of duty.

5 May 2024

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Women of Plenty Rescue

Plenty Fire Brigade is a busy CFA rescue brigade 21 kilometres north-east of Melbourne's CBD and women play a full and vital role in the brigade's life-saving work.

3 May 2024

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