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New brigade focused on community safety

CFA’s South East Region recently created a Headquarters Fire Brigade with the sole purpose to deliver community safety programs and initiatives.

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6 Nov 2024

CFA at the Langwarrin Disability Expo

Three CFA Langwarrin Fire Brigade members, and CFA Community Engagement Adviser Tim Marchinton, attended the Langwarrin Disability Expo on Saturday 26 October 2024.

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6 Nov 2024

Total Fire Ban for the Mallee

The first Total Fire Ban (TFB) for the fire season has been declared for the Mallee region tomorrow, Wednesday, 6 November 2024.

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5 Nov 2024

Fire restrictions announced in parts of the northeast

The Fire Danger Period (FDP) will begin at 01.00am on Monday, November 11, for the following municipalities in CFA’s North East region:

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4 Nov 2024

Updated smoke alarms save Keysborough resident

One lucky Keysborough resident has CFA and RACV’s Smoke Alarm Installation Program and working smoke alarms to thank for their swift escape from a burning kitchen last month.

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4 Nov 2024

Recruiting the family to serve the community

When Tash Sinclair became a CFA volunteer with Kangaroo Ground Fire Brigade more than four years ago, she didn’t imagine she’d end up serving the community alongside her family.

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1 Nov 2024

Teesdale Fire Brigade celebrates 75 years

Teesdale Fire Brigade members and the local community have celebrated their 75-year milestone with displays and activities throughout the day for all ages to enjoy.

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1 Nov 2024

Red Cliffs celebrates 100 years with special recognition

Red Cliffs Fire Brigade marked its 100th anniversary in style over the weekend, commemorating a century of dedicated service with a day of celebrations and a very special recognition.

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1 Nov 2024

Cultivating leadership skills through the VLD Certificate IV course

Participants credit the VLD Certificate IV course for their confidence in leadership, personal growth, and a better understanding of supporting others.

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1 Nov 2024

Fire safety first for caravan park operators

Caravan parks provide accommodation for visitors and permanent residents alike. However, the high risk of injury and fatality with caravan fires and fires at caravan parks makes fire safety education ...

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31 Oct 2024