Articles posted on 24 February 2009

Upwey grass and scrub fire 23 February 2009
The images and video below are of a grass and scrub fire and the emergency services response in Upwey, Victoria on 23 February 2009 . . . more>>



Crew protection sprinkler system in action
This video shows a fire truck from Diamond Creek using its crew protection sprinkler system after being surrounded by bushfire near Wandong on Black Saturday . . . more>>


Kinglake Captain's story
Kinglake CFA Captain Paul Hendrie talks through his experiences of Black Saturday while driving through the area a few days after the fire . . . more>>



After the fire - looking out for each other
Brigades dedicate themselves to helping their communities, but their role is much more than just training and organising firefighters. By looking after themselves . . . more>>


Bushfire Research Taskforce
The Bushfire Cooperative Research Centre (CRC) has recently released a new Fire Update on the Bushfire Research Taskforce, which was formed in the aftermath of the recent fires in Victoria . . . more>>

Articles posted on 23 February 2009

Video briefing from the Chief Officer
Chief Officer Russell Rees gave this briefing late today at CFA headquarters, providing key messages to CFA members across Victoria . . . more>>




Message from the Prime Minister
On behalf of all Australians, thank you for your courage, your determination and your unbreakable spirit through one of our nation’s darkest hours . . . more>>



Welfare Recovery
The response to the recent fires has not only required a mass mobilisation of firefighters, it has also required the activation of a multitude of welfare support workers . . . more>>



The ABC says thanks Victoria with a free family concert Sunday March 1
The Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) will present a free, family-focussed event, at the Sidney Myer Music Bowl, on Sunday 1 March 2009 . . . more>>



CFA commended for IPAA award
CFA was awarded a commendation in the category of Healthy and Safe Workplaces Award for its Health and Wellbeing programs . . . more>>

Books for Borders - Red Cross Victorian Bushfire Appeal
Help Borders raise $200,000 for the Red Cross Victorian Bushfire Appeal
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