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Private and planned burns to rise as weather cools

Hundreds of Victorians are continuing to undertake private burn-offs as fire restrictions are now easing across the state.

19 Apr 2023 Environment Community Safety Health and Safety

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Fire restrictions to end across all South East Victoria

The Fire Danger Period (FDP) will finish across local government areas in the South East in the coming weeks.

5 Apr 2023 Community Safety Health and Safety

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New set of yellows for CFA firefighters

CFA firefighters can look forward to sporting an upgraded set of their iconic ‘yellows’, following the $10.8 million contract award announcement that will deliver up to 29,000 sets of new ...

5 Apr 2023 Health and Safety Operational Information Partnerships

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Why do I see and smell smoke?

With fire restrictions easing in some parts of the State, and calm autumn conditions, hundreds of private resident burn-offs, agricultural burns and planned burns are expected to take place over the c ...

4 Apr 2023 Environment Community Safety Health and Safety

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End of Daylight Saving a reminder to check your smoke alarms

As you prepare to change your clocks this weekend, Victorian fire services want you to take the opportunity to check your smoke alarms and ensure they are in good working condition.

30 Mar 2023 Community Safety Health and Safety

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Tony's Trek - one step at a time for mental health

A solo walk covering 1,440 kilometres across Victoria will promote mental health care in Victoria’s emergency management community – one step at a time.

14 Mar 2023 Events / Fundraising / Offers Health and Safety Others

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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 Health and Safety People

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Victorians urged to prepare for all types of emergencies this summer

Victoria’s recent wettest October on record, coupled with reduced fuel loads following the 2019-20 bushfire season and the continued wet outlook is contributing to the forecast of below normal f ...

29 Nov 2022 Environment Community Safety Health and Safety

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CFA warns farmers to protect crops from fire

CFA is warning farmers to take care with their upcoming harvesting, especially after the significant rain this year.

23 Nov 2022 Community Safety Health and Safety People

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Cup brings members and community together

A special event in Mallacoota was an opportunity for emergency services personnel and community members to come together as the region continues to recover following the Black Summer fires.

27 Oct 2022 Events / Fundraising / Offers Health and Safety People

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A lesson in rehab

Students from Monash University’s School of Rural Health have visited Paynesville brigade to learn about the vital role health monitoring plays in supporting firefighter health and safety.

21 Sep 2022 Health and Safety People

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Father-daughter duo hit the stairs together

This Father’s Day, CFA is celebrating all the firefighter dads across Victoria who dedicate their time serving their community and inspiring those around them.

4 Sep 2022 Health and Safety People

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