CFA
Barongarook brigade’s 80-year milestone
Barongarook Fire Brigade has celebrated 80 years, with members recognised for decades of contribution to the community service.
Betty’s fire support for Canada
Bostocks Creek Rural Fire Brigade member Betty Robilliard has had the journey of a lifetime “giving back” and assisting with Canada’s firefighting efforts.
District CFA member deployed to Canada
Local CFA member Betty Robilliard is among 26 Victorian emergency services personnel assisting Canada in battling wildfires.
Colac fire station welcomes public defib
A defibrillator machine has been installed at the front of the Colac Fire Brigade station, providing central, 24-hour access to the vital, potentially life-saving equipment.
Nurse recovers after ‘freak’ crash
An Apollo Bay nurse injured in a freak car accident two weeks ago has had surgery and is recovering in Melbourne.
Potential running track move upsets brigade
Colac Fire Brigade captain Daniel Williams is not happy with the proposed plans for the Lake Colac foreshore, which would force the brigade to relocate its training track.
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.
