Articles tagged: CFA
Authority unveils new blue uniform
Country Fire Authority representatives will have new blue uniforms to use when doing CFA duties away from the fire line. Chief Officer Jason Heffernan said the CFA introduced the dark blue uniforms with a CFA logo to give volunteers comfortable and distinctive clothing to wear for non-response duties. “The workwear doesn’t replace the traditional personal […]
Fire chief visits
Winchelsea and Cobden’s fire brigades have welcomed esteemed company, receiving a visit from the volunteer brigade’s state commander.
Weekend warning for fire danger
The Colac district’s fire chief says Colac will likely avoid critical fire conditions during the upcoming sweltering weekend but said residents must remain vigilant to reduce risk.
Mulch pile spontaneously combusts on farm
Soaring temperatures caused a mulch pile at Cooriemungle to spontaneously combust this week, requiring more than six hours of fire brigade attention.
Volunteer brigade burgled
Thieves have forced entry into a Colac district fire brigade, making away with vital equipment on the eve of fire season.
NEWS IN BRIEF: Rail trail’s $800,000 plea; Fire permit system online
The Caperdown-Timboon Rail Trail needs $800,000 in upgrades under a new management plan, and state fire authorities have launched an online portal to issue fire permits.
Pub fire caught early
Quick-thinking workers at Colac’s Union Club Hotel have used fire extinguishers to stop a fire from spreading from the pub’s kitchen.
Firies demand urgent intervention to replace lookout post
Colac and district fire volunteers and opposition politicians have slammed a State Government decision to close Mount Gellibrand’s fire tower, as they desperately try to find a solution ahead of the imminent bushfire season.
Colac fire restrictions will start next month
Colac’s fire chief expects fire restrictions to take effect across the district during next month but is yet to sign off on an official start date
Lifelong mission to protect us all
A passion for protecting precious lives and livelihoods has taken Larpent firefighter Lachlan Sutherland across Victoria and interstate in the line of duty.
Brigade service runs in the family
Many Colac district families put their faith in their local fire brigades to keep their loved ones together but a Colac family has taken that commitment to another level.
Community pulls together in times of need
In an emergency, it’s always comforting to know that help isn’t far away. That was the experience of the Gellibrand community in January, when a series of fires ignited around the township and spread to within a few kilometres of private property.
Firefighter shows leadership
Leading the next generation of CFA volunteers has come naturally for Colac firefighter Caitlin Willsher.
Busy year for firefighters
Colac’s firies say it takes a community-wide, team effort to keep firefighters on the front line of the district’s emergency incidents.
Tower action tested skills
Experienced Colac emergency responder Mark Gunning says managing the COVID-lockdown of nine Melbourne housing towers is unlike anything he’s ever done.
Bay golfers boost local brigade
Apollo Bay golfers made an ace contribution to their community before hitting the course again following the ease of coronavirus restrictions.
Don’t let working from home be a fire hazard
The Country Fire Authority has warned Colac and district people to avoid creating fire hazards if working from home during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Fire season ends Monday, but take care with burns
People can expect to see burnoffs and smoke when the fire danger period ends on Monday across the Colac Otway and Corangamite shires.
Ram-raid thief steals firefighting equipment
Thieves have ram-raided Kawarren’s fire station and stolen emergency responder equipment.
Fire restrictions stay for Colac Otway area
Fire restrictions are coming to an end in neighbouring communities, but the Fire Danger Period for the Colac district will last until the start of next month.
Big responsibility for fire manager
Stephanie Ryan has never been afraid to make it known she’s capable of getting a job done.
Fire service honours longserving member
The Country Fire Authority has recognised Colac’s Mary Lowe’s integral role in the CFA by presenting her with a 40-year service medal.
