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Hiker rescued in Cathedral Ranges

Great teamwork between members from multiple agencies lead to the rescue of a hiker trapped in harsh conditions.

22 Jun 2023

Our Black Summer book launch

The memories of those impacted by the 2019-20 Black Summer bushfires have been put to paper, in a new book that tells the first-hand stories of Victorians who experienced one of Australia’s larg ...

21 Jun 2023

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CFA life member awarded high honour

Leslie Kelly OAM has etched out a long and impressive 57-year emergency service career with CFA, marked by his impressive leadership and contribution to his community.

21 Jun 2023

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CFA crews respond to a house fire in Mooroolbark

Firefighters were called to a garage fire that caused a looming dark cloud of smoke over the property

20 Jun 2023

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Budj Bim stories of lava and fire

Between Warrnambool and Hamilton you will find yourself on Gunditjmara Country in Budj Bim National Park.

19 Jun 2023

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Hoppers Crossing brigade tests new pumper tanker

Hoppers Crossing Fire Brigade is sporting some shiny new wheels, putting the new prototype pumper tanker to the test over the next 12 months.

16 Jun 2023

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Doreen brigade rallies for donor drive

CFA brigades across Victoria are stirring up interest among members to roll up their sleeves in this year’s Emergency Services Blood Drive and for the first time, Doreen Fire Brigade is signing ...

16 Jun 2023

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Molka opens new fire station

CFA members came together to celebrate the official opening of the new Molka Fire Station on Thursday, 15 June.

15 Jun 2023

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Check your home heating system this frosty season

As the winter chill travels across the state, Victorian fire services are reminding households to remain vigilant when warming their home and make sure heating systems are regularly inspected, to avoi ...

15 Jun 2023

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Pushing (up) for mental health awareness

Members from Wonthaggi Fire Brigade are getting active this month with 13 taking part in The Push-Up Challenge.

15 Jun 2023

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Familiarisation training between CFA and Ambulance Victoria

Ambulance Victoria and CFA crews trained together to improve their inter-operational capabilities.

14 Jun 2023

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Scouts get a sneak peek behind the scenes

Scouts from the Ballarat area recently toured one of CFA’s state-of-the-art training centres, while getting a firsthand look behind the scenes of what it takes to be a volunteer firefighter.

13 Jun 2023

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