CFA

  • Fire tower fit for summer

    Colac district fire volunteers are rejoicing as a new fire tower opens at Mount Gellibrand more than a year after its closure due to safety concerns, providing peace of mind heading into the fire danger period.

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  • Crews battle fire as danger period begins

    Escaped burnoffs have kept Colac and district firefighters busy in the days leading up to the fire danger period.

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  • Fire restrictions begin for Surf Coast

    Surf Coast Shire will enter fire restrictions at 1am Monday, meaning this weekend is the last chance for private burnoffs without permits.

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  • Fire restrictions start on Monday

    Colac and district residents have just five days to get their properties ready for the start of the fire danger period.

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  • Coffees helping brigade

    Birregurra’s firefighters will be able to breathe easier thanks to help from the town’s general store and coffee-loving locals.

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  • CFA seeks out exceptional volunteers

    The Country Fire Authority is seeking nominations for the Spirit of CFA Awards, recognising the outstanding achievements and contributions of firefighters to their communities.

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  • New watchtower to protect region

    Colac district CFA volunteers are thrilled to receive a replacement of the Mount Gellibrand fire tower ahead of the fire season, almost a year after the structure closed due to health and safety concerns.

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  • Firing up for a friend

    A Winchelsea firefighter is honouring her late best friend this month when she climbs staircases across the district to raise money for mental health.

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