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CFA farewells celebrated engineer

Engineer Ken Hare has retired from CFA after 34 years working in the Engineering department.

26 Oct 2018 People Vehicles / Equipment / Buildings

Update from Deputy Chief Officer Gregg Paterson

At CFA, we’re committed to putting safety first. This applies across the organisation and is especially important when it comes to the way we train our firefighters.

25 Oct 2018

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CFA members meet the Duke and Duchess

Four of CFA’s best young leaders were present at Government House this afternoon (18 October) for the visit of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex.

18 Oct 2018 Others People

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Joint Fuel Management Program launched

A first ever statewide program of works to manage fuel on public and private land has been approved by CFA and Forest Fire Management Victoria chiefs.

16 Oct 2018

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Beware of the unknown when working near old mine shafts

For firefighters in the bush, operations frequently take us walking into old mining areas.

11 Oct 2018 Community Safety

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Bushfire season update - October

We want to make sure our members are well informed on the conditions we are up against. Throughout the season we'll be providing monthly updates to our members, focusing on weather factors and changes ...

11 Oct 2018

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CFA takes on The Rural Challenge

CFA brigades will have the opportunity to participate in The Rural Challenge, a program promoting gender equality in rural organisations.

8 Oct 2018 Inclusion and Fairness

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Electrical Awareness training now available online

CFA is always looking at ways to remain dynamic and adaptable, and this extends to the delivery of training packages.

5 Oct 2018

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Update from Chief Officer Steve Warrington

With the summer fire season upon us, it’s time to let you know my expectations from now until the end of the fire season.

27 Sep 2018

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CFA and MFB combine for new Field Emergency Response Guide

CFA and MFB have teamed up to produce a joint Field Emergency Response Guide, one that is applicable to firefighters across the state.

26 Sep 2018 Operational Information

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Board update September 2018

The CFA Board met on 17 September 2018.

23 Sep 2018 Others

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Operation Emergency Ready

Gather the whole family together and join us for a day full of fun, free activities and displays at Operation Emergency Ready in Dandenong. With over 8,000 expected attendees, this is one event you do ...

19 Sep 2018 Community Safety Events / Fundraising / Offers

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