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Make fire safety a priority in the kitchen this winter

As Victorians rug up for the first day of winter, the state’s fire services are reminding the community to pay close attention in the kitchen as cooking is the single largest cause of fire in resident ...

1 Jun 2023 Community Safety Health and Safety Incidents - Others Others

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Victorians to expect a warmer and drier winter ahead

Parts of Victoria experienced a wetter than normal autumn, but the forecast for winter is drier with warmer conditions than average, according to the Australian Seasonal Bushfire Outlook for Winter, r ...

1 Jun 2023 Operational Information

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Training on the train for CFA members

Members from CFA attended a multi-agency training hosted by Metro Trains to familiarise themselves with working with trains in an emergency situation.

31 May 2023 Partnerships Training and Recruitment

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Why science and innovation are important for CFA

At CFA, we recognise that Victorian communities and our natural and built environments are changing rapidly. Associated with this are rapid changes in the nature and occurrences of fires and other eme ...

29 May 2023 Planning and Research

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CFA women in south-east are flourishing

Despite women being underrepresented in emergency services, the District 8 Women’s Network is flourishing with many opportunities being offered.

29 May 2023 Inclusion and Fairness Others People

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CFA cadet camp boosts teen fireys' skills

A group of 50 firefighting teens came together for a live fire training and networking camp at the CFA Central Highlands Victorian Emergency Management Training Centre (VEMTC) last weekend.

26 May 2023 People Training and Recruitment

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Coast Guard Captain becomes first Deputy Group Officer of his kind

Hastings Coast Guard Captain Jeremy West is the latest member to etch his name in CFA history, becoming the first Deputy Group Officer (DGO) to be elected in a coast guard brigade associated group.

25 May 2023 People Training and Recruitment

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Building the capability of women volunteers

Developing volunteer leaders is critical to CFA’s success.

25 May 2023 People Training and Recruitment

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Anglesea artwork titled 'Gunyanggurta'

A sign for the new Anglesea satellite station, using artwork from Billy Jay O'Toole's painting ‘Gunyanggurta’, was generously gifted to the brigade and unveiled during the official station opening.

24 May 2023 Environment

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Modewarre celebrates new station

Modewarre Fire Brigade volunteers have celebrated the official opening of their new fire station which will improve their ability to serve the local community.

24 May 2023 Events / Fundraising / Offers Vehicles / Equipment / Buildings

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Driving in all conditions

It’s not often you hear the sound of joyous laughter and chatter coupled with the piercing sound and visuals of pumpers and tankers travelling past with 'lights and sirens'.

24 May 2023 People Training and Recruitment Vehicles / Equipment / Buildings

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It’s déjà vu for Snake Valley Fire Brigade's volunteer, Kerryann

Passionate about community fire safety education, Kerryann is a regular visitor to the Snake Valley campus of Woady Yaloak primary school where she loves to interact with the kids.

24 May 2023 People Training and Recruitment

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