The Australian Government funded the Bushfire CRC from July 2010 to look into issues arising from the February 2009 Victorian bushfires and matters arising from the Royal Commission.
In planning its practical workshop on the Integrated Brigade model, Volunteer Fire Brigades Victoria called in the experts – the volunteers themselves.
Yarra Ranges Shire Council has developed a new electronic fire management issues portal, which allows CFA members to lodge fire prevention and fire management requests online.
At Monday’s Board meeting, the Board approved the proposed TFB boundary changes in principle on the understanding that the Government will also be required to approve the new boundaries.
Malmsbury Rural Fire Brigade in Central Victoria has been using the colder months as an opportunity to identify some of the risks and resources in their assignment area.
CFA Connect is currently testing an online community feedback tool that is designed to help manage ideas, questions, problems, and praise from the community.