Articles tagged: CFA
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.
