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Sutton Grange and Myrtle Creek celebrates 100 years

On Sunday 16 January, a plaque was unveiled to mark 100 years of community service by Sutton Grange and Myrtle Creek Fire Brigade in District 2.

18 Jan 2022 Events / Fundraising / Offers

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A night at the Open recognises volunteer contributions

A group of CFA members and their guests have been treated to a night at the Australian Open, recognising their contributions to CFA and their local communities.

18 Jan 2022 Events / Fundraising / Offers Others People

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Self-combusting hay bales prompt fire warning

Victorian farmers have enjoyed strong seasonal growth of pastures and crops, but CFA has warned them to exercise caution when cutting, baling and storing hay.

17 Jan 2022 Community Safety Incidents - Others Others

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50 new tankers getting ready to roll out

Fifty new tankers will be rolled out to CFA fire brigades across Victoria in a boost that ensures volunteer firefighters are well equipped to protect their communities.

15 Jan 2022 Vehicles / Equipment / Buildings

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Journey of a new firefighter: Madeline's story

Teamwork and cooperation are vital for any fire brigade, and Madeline Dundon is learning that early in her CFA journey.

13 Jan 2022 People Training and Recruitment

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Outstanding Service recognised

Malmsbury Fire Brigade held their annual awards night in December, where CFA Board Member Beth Davidson presented brigade member Tony Stephens with CFA’s Outstanding Service Award, much to his surpris ...

13 Jan 2022 Honours and Awards Inclusion and Fairness People

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Power point starts fire in bedroom

A family had to evacuate their double-storey home after noticing the smell of smoke coming from an upstairs bedroom.

11 Jan 2022 Incidents - Structure

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Fireys and paramedics work as one

Paramedics will again respond to emergency incidents from the Barwon Heads and Portarlington Fire Stations during the busy tourist season after a community-minded partnership between Ambulance Victori ...

7 Jan 2022 Community Safety Partnerships

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New air attack supervisor’s intense first deployment

CFA’s Kelly Krajnc couldn’t have dreamed of a more intense start to her new role as an air attack supervisor.

6 Jan 2022 Community Safety Incidents - Bushfire Training and Recruitment

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Firefighters issue stark warning to smokers

This New Year, Victorian firefighters are encouraging smokers to make crucial changes to their smoking practices, with lit and improperly discarded cigarettes being a leading cause of house fire fatal ...

6 Jan 2022 Community Safety Partnerships

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Junior program comeback at Kyabram

With encouragement from his son, Mick Crompton has been instrumental in getting Kyabram Fire Brigade’s Juniors program back up and running after a long hiatus.

5 Jan 2022 Youth and Juniors

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