CFA
Women welcome to come and try
In celebration of International Women’s Day, the CFA is hosting a Women’s Come and Try Day at the Colac Fire Brigade to encourage more women to get involved in firefighting and other roles.
Services battle heat, wind
More than 80 firefighters battled a 100-hectare blaze north of Cressy, which forced the closure of the Colac-Ballarat Road on Wednesday night.
Consider pets in bushfire plan
Summer has officially started and the Country Fire Authority, together with RSPCA Victoria, is reminding farmers and pet owners to consider their pets and livestock in their bushfire survival plan.
Early fire season expected
South-west Victorians can expect a drier and warmer spring this year, with a high chance of an earlier start to the fire season.
Beeac shed blaze scrambles crews
Firefighters and police have attended a fire in a shed on a Beeac property.
Honour for veteran firefighter
The Colac Fire Brigade has celebrated its 136th Anniversary as veteran firefighter Geoff Fisk notched up 50 years of service.
Check home heating to prevent killer blazes
Victorian fire services have reminded households to ensure heating systems are in tip-top shape to avoid a fire sparking.
Firefighter shortage hits crew
Yeodene’s Rural Fire Brigade needs volunteers to help it continue serving and protecting the Yeodene community.