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Understanding Black Summer through research

Science is helping to shape the way Australia can better prepare for devastating bushfire seasons.

13 Jun 2023

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CFA members honoured with Australian Fire Service Medals

Two well-regarded CFA members have been awarded an Australian Fire Service Medal (AFSM) in recognition of their dedicated service through CFA as part of the King’s first Birthday Honours List.

12 Jun 2023

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Community change maker honoured with AFSM

Paul Denham AFSM has made an exceptional and distinguished contribution to CFA for more than 45 years, attending thousands of callouts with the three brigades: Barmah, Boronia and Buxton.

12 Jun 2023

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Inspirational leader receives firefighting’s highest honour

Dawn Hartog AFSM is highly regarded within CFA and across the emergency management sector for her dedication, compassion and outstanding leadership.

12 Jun 2023

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Multi-agency team rescues cow and calf

On Saturday 10 June teamwork between a local wildlife rescuer, State Emergency Service (SES), CFA and a farm animal sanctuary helped rescue a cow and her young calf at a rural property on Epping Road ...

12 Jun 2023

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Don’t let your guard down this snow season

This long weekend marks the official start of the Victorian snow season and while the colder weather will see a shift in fire risk, CFA is asking visitors to be safe around fire inside their homes or ...

9 Jun 2023

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Baw Baw Group of brigades learn about electric vehicle risks

Around 70 members from the Baw Baw Group of fire brigades have added electric vehicle (EV) fire safety to their training portfolio following their recent group exercise at Nilma North Primary School.

8 Jun 2023

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Inter-agency cooperation leads the way in high-angle rescue

Multiple agencies were involved in the rescue of a man who had fallen in Gembrook.

8 Jun 2023

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Take extra precaution when driving this winter season

CFA crews responded to an accident in Merricks.

8 Jun 2023

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Firefighters commended for saving a woman from her burning home

Two firefighters have been officially commended for saving a woman from her burning home at Wyndham Vale last year.

7 Jun 2023

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Succession planning leads to positive results at Officer brigade

Succession planning is a vital aspect for any brigade, especially as the community across the state grows and changes.

6 Jun 2023

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Local firefighters awarded National Emergency Medals

Two hundred local volunteer firefighters and CFA staff members have been honoured with National Emergency Medals for their efforts in the 2019-2020 Australian bushfire crisis.

5 Jun 2023

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