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Vols on Hols program off to a strong start

Participation in the inaugural Vols on Hols program is off to a flying start with 20 visiting CFA members registering and participating in the program to date.

31 Jan 2024

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Death of a member: Garry Mallen, Portland brigade

Today, we mourn the loss of one of our own, Portland Brigade member and former Captain Garry Mallen who passed away this morning while attending a shed fire incident in Portland.

30 Jan 2024

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Trusted mentor recognised with highest honour

Brigade captain Paula Grosveld has been recognised in today’s Australia Day Honours, receiving an Australian Fire Service Medal for her 36 years of dedicated service to CFA and her community.

26 Jan 2024

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AFSM awarded for aviation innovation

John Katakouzinos is a pillar of the Victorian firefighting community, and has been recognised for his commitment with an Australian Fire Service Medal (AFSM).

26 Jan 2024

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CFA leader receives highest honour

CFA Deputy Chief Officer (DCO) Ross Sullivan has been recognised in today’s Australia Day Honours, receiving an Australian Fire Service Medal for his more than 45 years of dedicated service to CFA and ...

26 Jan 2024

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Authorities issue burns warning ahead of long weekend

Following a concerning spike in preventable burns injuries since December, burns specialists at The Alfred have joined forces with CFA to issue an urgent call for action: take care around fire this Au ...

25 Jan 2024

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