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A rescue to remember

At 9.15pm on 1 May Emerald Fire Brigade rescued a family dog named Blackie after he became stuck in a wombat hole.

5 May 2020 Incidents - Others

Aged care facility fire leads to mass evacuation

More than 100 residents and staff were safely evacuated from an aged care facility after a fire broke out on 1 April 2020.

9 Apr 2020 Incidents - Structure

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Girl power at Kalorama-Mt Dandenong

The Junior brigade at Kalorama-Mt Dandenong brigade is currently an all-girl team. In the past, the brigade has had male Junior members but at the moment it’s running on all girl power.

3 Apr 2020

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CFA continues to support its youth

Victorian Youth Week 2020 (3-12 April 2020) has been postponed to later in the year as part of widespread measures to combat coronavirus (COVID-19).

2 Apr 2020

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Mural reflects firefighting history and development

Hillcrest Fire Brigade recently took part in a community mural project to create a public exhibition celebrating the history and development of the district.

30 Mar 2020 Honours and Awards Events / Fundraising / Offers

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Tarrawingee brigade benefits from CFA generosity

The unity and spirit that exists between CFA volunteers was recently highlighted by a generous donation by Coldstream Fire Brigade.

26 Mar 2020 Events / Fundraising / Offers Vehicles / Equipment / Buildings

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Fire restrictions to end in Melbourne’s outer east

The fire danger period (FDP) will finish at 1am on Tuesday 10 March in the following municipalities in CFA District 13: • Knox City Council • Manningham City Council • Maroondah City Co ...

1 Mar 2020 Community Safety

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Lilydale brigade volunteer supporting dogs in need

A Lilydale CFA volunteer is leading a dog food donation drive to help drought-stricken and fire-affected farmers.

13 Feb 2020 Events / Fundraising / Offers People

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AFSM recognises exceptional leader

Peter Shaw AFSM has served CFA with integrity and commitment for more than 45 years.

25 Jan 2020 Honours and Awards

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Driver rescued after collision in Belgrave

Firefighters have rescued a driver after a single car collision in Sherbrooke Forest, Belgrave just after 11.30 am yesterday (Thursday 23 January).

24 Jan 2020 Incidents - Vehicle / Rescue / Hazmat

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CFA firefighters save a life while deployed to NSW

Members of a CFA strike team are being hailed as heroes for saving the life of a New South Wales firefighter who collapsed on the fireground after suffering a heart attack.

13 Dec 2019 Incidents - Others

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