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Multiagency chemical hazard training exercise in Trentham

CFA led a major multiagency training exercise in Trentham over the weekend, tasking emergency services crews with containing a hazardous material spill in a busy workplace.

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12 Aug 2024

New Baxter recruit finds CFA family and fulfillment

Following a career change, Chloe Tipple wanted to take on more to ‘feed the soul’ after turning 25. She saw a recruitment advertisement on Facebook for Baxter Fire Brigade and hasn’t ...

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12 Aug 2024

Unique alpine vehicles for tough terrain

Life at the top of the mountain presents challenging conditions for the Mt Hotham – Dinner Plain Fire Brigade.

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9 Aug 2024

Prioritise cleaning your chimneys this winter

Victorian fire services are recommending homeowners prioritise cleaning their chimneys this winter following 70 residential chimney fires last year.

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8 Aug 2024

'Ruff' rescue for Molly the dog

When the Erica & District Fire Brigade's pager buzzed on Wednesday night, they had no idea they were about to embark on a paws-itively unexpected rescue.

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8 Aug 2024

Goulburn-Murray Water volunteers bolster Boort Fire Brigade

A trio of Boort locals are continuing a tradition of Goulburn-Murray Water (GMW) employees volunteering at the local fire brigade.

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7 Aug 2024

Moorooduc brigade celebrates two new tankers

Moorooduc Fire Brigade has welcomed two new tankers which will significantly boost the brigade's ability to serve the local community.

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6 Aug 2024

Construction begins on Beaufort Fire Station

Construction has begun on the new Beaufort Fire Brigade Station and today CFA members, with local MP Martha Haylett, visited the site to get a sneak peek.

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6 Aug 2024

Future of Aireys Inlet riding a wave of inspiration

Growing up along the coast of Aireys Inlet has its perks, and two young working professionals are hoping their friends follow in their footsteps in joining CFA to give back to their community.

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5 Aug 2024

South-east brigades bolster rescue response capabilities

CFA volunteers from Langwarrin and Dromana Fire Brigades have boosted their skills and response capability by recently completing a road crash rescue course.

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5 Aug 2024

Traralgon South brigade vehicle stolen and destroyed

CFA members are disappointed by the theft of one of its vehicles overnight which was destroyed by fire.

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31 Jul 2024

CFA report urges farmers to check machinery early

Following 45 header fires across harvest season in the far north-west of the state, fire authorities are reminding grain growers to make machinery maintenance and hygiene a priority.

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31 Jul 2024