Articles posted on 8 February 2008

Feature article Colac kiln fire A fire in January in Colac at the Associated Kiln Driers (AKD) plant in Forest St destroyed three drying kilns and $60,000 of radiata pine, with a total damage bill of around $2.5 million . . . more >>

Ash Wednesday 25th anniversary
The 25th anniversary of the Ash Wednesday fires occurs on Saturday 16 February. Fire Flyer is seeking your memories to mark the occasion . . . more>>



Captain Koala appearances
CFA’s new-look Captain Koala has been out and about in Bendigo recently. He caught up with the kids at Camp Hill Primary School (below) to teach them about fire safety. . . more>>



CFA flips for charity at Pancake Day 2008
CFA was again invited to compete in UnitingCare’s annual Emergency Services pancake tossing relay at city square in Melbourne this week . . . more>>



IT environmental myth busting
This week in Fire Flyer, we debunk some popular myths about what your IT equipment is doing to the environment. Check out the truths the half truths and the downright misconceptions right here . . . more>>



CFA HQ Fire Ready Victoria Meeting
CFA members at headquarters were recently treated to their very own Fire Ready Victoria meeting. More than 50 staff enjoyed some morning tea before CEO Neil Bibby introduced the session. . . more>>



CFA and human rights
As a community based, emergency service organisation, CFA is no stranger to the concept of human rights. CFA members across the State selflessly give of their own time and skills . . . more>>



Wildfire Victoria roadsigns - help!
The Wildline 24 hour emergency animal rescue and treatment line operates seven days a week, 365 days a year. Wildline responds to over 20,000 calls and initiates over 8000 animal rescues a year . . . more>>