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Fire restrictions announced for Macedon Ranges

The Fire Danger Period (FDP) will begin at 01.00am on Monday, 9 January 2023 for the following municipality in CFA’s North West Region:

15 Dec 2022

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Brigade helps young family juggle firefighting and parenthood

Newham Fire Brigade has an open-door policy when it comes to volunteering and its members are going above and beyond to welcome a young family into the brigade.

15 Dec 2022

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Successful planned burns despite widespread rainfall

Although floods have been at the forefront of our minds recently, fire remains a significant risk in the Dandenong Ranges.

15 Dec 2022

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Level 3 incident management ceremony 2022

Incident management leaders from CFA were recognised for their commitment, dedication and determination in performing their emergency management roles on Wednesday 7 November 2022, at The Hotel Windso ...

15 Dec 2022

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Victoria's aircraft fleet ready to respond

Victoria is well prepared for the potential of fires this summer with a fleet of 50 firefighting aircraft positioned across the state.

14 Dec 2022

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Hamilton shed fire caused by grinder

CFA responded to reports of a shed fire on Leura Lane in Hamilton at around 3.55pm on 13 December.

14 Dec 2022

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Community turns out for brigade's annual carols

Hundreds of community members turned out for The Basin Fire Brigade’s annual Carols By Candlelight on Saturday 3 December at The Basin Triangle Park.

14 Dec 2022

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Fire restrictions announced for Shepparton, Strathbogie and Moira council areas

The Fire Danger Period (FDP) will begin at 01.00am on Monday, 19 December 2022 for the following municipalities in CFA’s North East Region:

13 Dec 2022

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Consider livestock and pets in your bushfire survival plan

CFA has reminded Victorians to remember to include their pets and livestock in their bushfire survival plan this year.

13 Dec 2022

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CFA fleet program celebrates 100th vehicle

CFA has completed the production of the 100th standard-build field command vehicle (FCV), which is based on a Ford Ranger. The Ranger has been evaluated to ensure it meets CFA’s capability requirement ...

13 Dec 2022

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