CFA
Truck and ute show fundraiser returns
This weekend’s Land Transport Colac Truck and Ute Show is set to be “a day for everyone”.
Weekend’s fire warning
Victoria’s fire and land management agencies are urging campers and holidaymakers in the Colac district to prioritise campfire safety ahead of the long weekend.
CFA’s planned burns reduce bushfire risk
The CFA’s south-west planned burn team has had a successful season protecting properties and community assets.
Warncoort fire near highway
Emergency services crews worked to contain a fast-moving grassfire at Warncoort yesterday.
Barongarook fire investigated
Local firefighting crews were busy bringing a Barongarook grass fire under control yesterday, with the cause still yet-to-be-determined.
Volunteer recovers vehicle
A volunteer firefighter’s vehicle that was stolen while he was attending a blaze near Camperdown this week has been recovered.
Gellibrand campfire incident leaves injury
An incident at a Gellibrand campground over the weekend has been attributed to “alcohol and stupidity”.
Extreme fire conditions today
Colac and district is bracing for a day of “well above average” temperatures today, with a Total Fire Ban Day declared for south-west Victoria.