CFA

  • Fire risks rising in hot weather

    A Colac fire authority says people should “remain alert, be vigilant and do the right thing” during the hot and dry weather starting tomorrow.

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  • CFA crews contain scrub fire

    Fire crews were yesterday battling a grass and scrub fire just east of Colac.

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  • 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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