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Appointment of CFA CEO - Greg Leach AFSM

I am delighted to announce that following an extensive search Greg Leach AFSM has been appointed by the Victorian Government as the new Chief Executive Officer for CFA.

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11 Oct 2024

A force for prevention

Made up of more than 700 volunteers from brigades across the state, CFA’s Planned Burn Taskforce (PBTF) is a critical initiative to reduce the severity of bushfire, and protect lives, properties ...

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11 Oct 2024

Horsham café devastated by fire

At around 2am on 9 October, a fierce blaze tore through Horsham's cherished Farmhouse Providore Café.

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11 Oct 2024

World-first fire aviation simulator launched

CFA has created a world-first mixed reality fire aviation simulator which will improve the training and skills of hundreds of the state’s eyes in the sky.

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9 Oct 2024

Awards for three inspirational CFA women

The Australasian Women in Emergencies Network Awards honour inspirational women who make a significant difference in emergency management and disaster resilience across Australia, New Zealand, and the ...

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9 Oct 2024

Faces of CFA

What binds CFA members is the common goal to protect lives and property. But they are a diverse bunch – every member has a story and Faces of CFA introduces you to just some of those stories.

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7 Oct 2024

Works begin on new Pyalong Fire Station

Construction has commenced on a new, modern fire station for the Pyalong Fire Brigade, with the official turning of the sod marking the momentous occasion this week.

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3 Oct 2024