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Morwell's Junior program stalwart honoured

Much loved Morwell Fire Brigade member Jackie Dalrymple has been formally recognised at a special event for her extensive efforts in developing and nurturing the town’s local juniors.

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11 Dec 2024

CFA warning after haystack fires destroy 1700 bales

CFA is reminding farmers about the risks of improper hay storage after two devastating haystack fires destroyed at least 1700 hay bales in separate parts of the state recently.

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11 Dec 2024

Safety first when decorating this Christmas

It’s that time of year again when Victorians string up their Christmas lights and set up their Christmas trees to celebrate the holiday season, but with the fun and festivities comes the potenti ...

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10 Dec 2024

Baringhup West welcome new tanker

Baringhup West Fire Brigade has welcomed a new tanker to their engine bay and celebrated the official handover with their local community members.

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9 Dec 2024

E-bike garage fire a Christmas safety reminder

Victorian fire agencies are urging residents to be aware of the risks associated with lithium-ion battery products this festive season following a lithium-ion battery explosion on an e-bike.

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5 Dec 2024

Mynard family celebrates 636 years of service

With over 636 years of loyalty to the fire service, Trafalgar locals know that when you hear the Mynard name around town that you are in safe hands.

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3 Dec 2024

Final fire restrictions announced for parts of greater Melbourne

Fire restrictions will be in force across the whole state soon with the final Fire Danger Period (FDP) set to begin at 1:00am on Monday, December 23, for the following municipalities in CFA’s no ...

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3 Dec 2024

The influence of social procurement partnerships

“People usually think that we can’t do a lot of things, but when they see the way we work, fast as we can; and how capable they are, how open they are and how friendly, they’re a bit ...

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3 Dec 2024

Church fire at St Leonards

Firefighters have battled a Church fire in St Leonards which has been declared suspicious.

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28 Nov 2024

CFA issues warning after stark rise in fires

CFA is urging Victorians to take extra care this summer after vegetation fires jumped more than 50 per cent during the 2023/24 Fire Danger Period (FDP).

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28 Nov 2024