Bridging the gap for women in the 2020 Championships Organisers of the CFA-VFBV Firefighter State Championships are considering a women’s only section following a request from Beazley’s Bridge. 24 Sep 2019 Events / Fundraising / Offers People Go to Bridging the gap for women in the 2020 Championships
John makes a splash in China John Mangrum, treasurer and firefighter from Anakie Fire Brigade, swam his way to four gold and one silver at the recent World Police and Fire Games in Chengdu, China. 16 Sep 2019 Events / Fundraising / Offers People Go to John makes a splash in China
Put your mental health first Mental health and wellbeing is a priority for CFA, and we have put our efforts behind ensuring our members and their families have support in this area. 5 Sep 2019 People Go to Put your mental health first
CFA comes third in blood challenge – but the race isn’t over The Red25 Emergency Services Blood Challenge may be complete for 2019 – but the squeeze on our blood supply isn’t over, and we need to keep giving. 5 Sep 2019 Events / Fundraising / Offers People Go to CFA comes third in blood challenge – but the race isn’t over
Masking our chainsaw operators As people prepare their property for the fire season, communities and members need to be aware of protecting themselves from the fungus cryptococcus. 4 Sep 2019 Operational Information Go to Masking our chainsaw operators
AFAC19: Australasia's largest Emergency Management conference and exhibition There was no shortage of shiny red trucks, lights and sirens - or awards - at AFAC19, which was attended by over 3000 emergency services personnel last week. 3 Sep 2019 Honours and Awards Events / Fundraising / Offers Go to AFAC19: Australasia's largest Emergency Management conference and exhibition
Wear it Purple – Stand up, Stand out! CFA people are encouraged to show their support on Friday 30 August for Wear it Purple, to celebrate the diversity across the organisation. 27 Aug 2019 Events / Fundraising / Offers People Go to Wear it Purple – Stand up, Stand out!
Who will you ask - R U OK? R U OK? Day is on Thursday 12 September, and CFA is encouraging everyone to get involved. 27 Aug 2019 Events / Fundraising / Offers People Go to Who will you ask - R U OK?
Now Open: 2019 Volunteer Welfare and Efficiency Survey The 2019 Volunteer Welfare and Efficiency Survey, an initiative of Volunteer Fire Brigades Victoria (VFBV), is now open to all CFA volunteers. 23 Aug 2019 Partnerships People Go to Now Open: 2019 Volunteer Welfare and Efficiency Survey
New Brigade Management Manual launched After 22 years, a new Brigade Management Manual has been launched. 23 Aug 2019 People Go to New Brigade Management Manual launched
The ripple effect of road trauma The Knox Teenage Road Information Program (TRIP) was initiated following a road accident that was responded to by Dandenong Crash Rescue, where five teens lost their lives. On 7 August 2019, over 520 ... 22 Aug 2019 Events / Fundraising / Offers People Go to The ripple effect of road trauma
New look and feel Home Fire Safety book available now CFA has worked with MFB to produce a brand new Home Fire Safety book.The book incorporates some advice for people living in apartments and includes updates to our smoke alarm messaging. 9 Aug 2019 Community Safety Go to New look and feel Home Fire Safety book available now