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It’s the friends that make State Championships great

At 17 years old Shymma Harris is a 12-year veteran of the State Firefighter Championships. Six of those have been as a competitor with the Pakenham Fire Brigade team.

9 Mar 2023

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Celebrating the women of CFA

CFA is celebrating the invaluable contribution and achievements of its women membership this International Women’s Day (IWD) today.

8 Mar 2023

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The importance of representation

Jocelyn Barker is passionate about encouraging woman and young people to join CFA’s volunteer ranks.

8 Mar 2023

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Captain hopes to inspire women this International Women's Day

This International Women’s Day, CFA Captain Nicki Lund is hoping to inspire other women to be leaders in their community.

7 Mar 2023

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CFA women in north-east launch Women's Networking Group

Last month, more than 70 volunteers and staff from CFA’s North East Region gathered in the Lakeside Community Centre in Benalla to launch the joint District 23 and 22 Women’s Networking Group.

6 Mar 2023

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CFA fireys rescue 15 workers from Costerfield mine fire

Specialist CFA firefighters have worked overnight to rescue 15 workers from a mine fire at Costerfield.

5 Mar 2023

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Victorians reminded fire-risk remains through autumn

Victoria’s drier than average conditions are expected to continue into autumn. This follows below average rainfall across much of the west and central areas of Victoria, and in parts of south and west ...

2 Mar 2023

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Dromana vehicles named in honour of long serving members

Dromana Fire Brigade has named a further two of its vehicles to honour and respect their long-serving past and present members.

2 Mar 2023

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Crews battle Maintongoon fire near Bonnie Doon

Firefighters have been battling a grass fire at Maintongoon near Bonnie Doon since last night (1/3/23).

2 Mar 2023

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Peer Program pioneer steps down after 30 years

After 30 years, CFA volunteer veteran Norm Bowen has stepped down from his role as a CFA Peer Coordinator

1 Mar 2023

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Tarrawingee's young right-hand man recognised as brigade's firefighter of the year

There’s not a day you won’t find 21-year-old Charlie McGrath donning his CFA workwear or lending a helping hand during a middle-of-the-night callout.

1 Mar 2023

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Coast Guard members boost their skills

Five members of the Coast Guard Westernport Brigade have spent the past six weeks developing their skills by undertaking the General Firefighter course.

28 Feb 2023

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