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Igniting new skills in fire investigation

Cara Disint’s commitment to her local community is undeniable. A firefighter for 23 years, first with Stanhope Fire Brigade and now with Mooroopna, she is also Mooroopna Fire Brigade’s 2nd ...

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25 Sep 2024

Local north west firefighters awarded National Emergency Medals

140 local volunteer firefighters and CFA staff members have been honoured with National Emergency Medals for their efforts in the 2019-2020 Australian bushfire crisis.

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24 Sep 2024

District 15 holds Specialised Unit Showcase Day

CFA’s District 15 (D15) recently held a successful showcase of its resources and capabilities at the Victorian Emergency Management Training Centre (VEMTC) in Ballan on Friday 13 September.

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23 Sep 2024

Don't let Grand Final Day go up in flames

As footy fans gear up for backyard gatherings this AFL Grand Final long weekend, Victorian fire services are reminding residents to ensure their fire pits and barbecues are set up safely.

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23 Sep 2024

Brigades of CFA: Warracknabeal

Warracknabeal Fire Brigade may be one of Victoria’s oldest fire brigades – but its members have always had a focus on innovation and progression.

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23 Sep 2024

Northwest ready for summer with four new Ultra Heavy Tankers

CFA’s northwest region has boosted their fire preparedness ahead of the upcoming season, adding four new Ultra Heavy Tankers to their firefighting capacity.

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20 Sep 2024

How CFA brigades are saving lives

Emergency Medical Response (EMR) aims to improve survival rates by reducing response times.

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19 Sep 2024

Four new tankers arrive ahead of summer

Shepparton, Numurkah, Nathalia and Euroa Fire Brigades recently all received a new Heavy Tanker, boosting their firefighting ability to support the region ahead of the summer conditions.

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19 Sep 2024

Wangaratta North receives new ultra heavy tanker

Wangaratta North fire brigade is prepared for the upcoming fire season after receiving the keys for their new ultra-heavy tanker.

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18 Sep 2024

Kaniva celebrates 100 years of community service and resilience

Kaniva Fire Brigade proudly marked a century of service to the local community with a historic dinner and award ceremony, last Friday night.

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18 Sep 2024

Brigades light up the night in Diamond Creek

CFA volunteers upheld a longstanding tradition in Diamond Creek over the weekend, participating in a torchlight parade through town as part of the Diamond Creek Rotary Town Fair.

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17 Sep 2024