Baxter Fire Brigade

01/06/2026

💙 June is Men’s Mental Health Month 💙

At Baxter Fire Brigade, we know that men’s mental health deserves attention and open conversation. Many men face pressure to stay strong, push through challenges, and keep their struggles to themselves, which can make it harder to reach out for support when it’s needed most. This month is an important reminder to check in with the men in our lives, our fathers, sons, brothers, partners, mates, colleagues, teammates, and fellow volunteers.

At the same time, we also recognise the women in our community, who may be facing their own mental health challenges while often supporting those around them. Everyone deserves care, understanding, and support.

A simple conversation, a message, a coffee, or asking “Are you okay?” can make a real difference.

Mental health struggles are not always visible. They can affect our family members, friends, workmates, teammates, and fellow volunteers. Looking out for one another is a responsibility we all share.

This month, we encourage our community to take a moment to check in on those around you and to reach out if you need support yourself. Strong communities are built on connection, compassion, and people looking after each other.

Stay safe, stay connected, and remember that help is always available. 💙🚒

22/05/2026

🔥 BAXTER FIRE BRIGADE IS RECRUITING 🔥
Be part of something bigger

Are you ready to step up, support your community, and be part of a tight-knit team that makes a real difference?

🚒 OPERATIONAL FIREFIGHTERS
Get on the frontline and protect lives, homes, and the community.
No experience needed — full training provided.
All you need is commitment, teamwork, and the drive to serve.

🧯 NON-OPERATIONAL (SUPPORT) MEMBERS
Not everyone fights fires — but everyone plays a vital role.
Help with logistics, community engagement, fundraising, admin, and brigade support.
Be part of the brigade without attending incidents.

💪 WHY JOIN?
✔ Learn new skills
✔ Build lifelong friendships
✔ Stay active and challenged
✔ Give back to your local community
✔ Be part of something that truly matters

📍 WHO CAN JOIN?
Men and women from all walks of life are welcome.
No prior experience required.
Full training and support provided.

🏡 You don’t need to live in Baxter to join!
If you live in Frankston South, Langwarrin South, or the Lakewood Estate, you are also very welcome to become part of the brigade.

🚨 READY TO GET INVOLVED?
Join today through the Country Fire Authority volunteer program or reach out to Baxter Fire Brigade to learn more.

🔥 BAXTER FIRE BRIGADE
Not just a brigade — a family.

Private message us or visit the website to apply - https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/volunteers-careers/volunteer-with-cfa/come-join-us

21/05/2026

Over the last few weeks, our crews at Baxter CFA have attended a number of serious road crashes.

What has been truly astonishing is that we are still seeing people drinking and driving, speeding, and in some cases not even wearing seatbelts. Even more heartbreaking is when children are involved without being properly restrained.

Seatbelts save lives. It really is that simple.
They are the difference between walking away from a crash and not making it home at all.

No matter how short the trip is:
• Wear your seatbelt correctly
• Make sure every passenger is buckled up
• Ensure children are in the correct child restraint for their age and size
• Never drink and drive
• Slow down and drive to the conditions

As emergency services, we see firsthand the devastating impact road trauma has on families, friends, and entire communities. The crashes we attend are not just statistics — they are real people, real families, and real heartbreak.

Please take the extra few seconds to buckle up properly and make sure your loved ones do too.

Drive safely. Make good decisions. Help us make sure everyone gets home. 🚒

09/05/2026

Happy Mothers Day from Baxter CFA

Today we celebrate all the amazing mums who volunteer with CFA. You give your time, your care and your strength to help others, even when it means stepping away from your own families. You show real courage and real heart.

To every mum who trains, responds and supports the community, thank you. You do so much for your family and you still find the energy to look after others. We are proud of you.

We also want to thank every parent who volunteers with CFA. Day or night, you are ready to help the community. Your commitment keeps people safe and it makes a real difference.

From all of us at Baxter CFA, we hope you have a wonderful Mothers Day. You deserve it.

09/05/2026

🚒🌭 BAXTER CFA SAUSAGE SIZZLE 🌭🚒

Come down to Bunnings Frankston and support your local legends at Baxter Fire Brigade CFA!

Because apparently fire trucks do not run on “great community spirit” alone… who knew? 😅

With government funding tighter than a sausage skin these days, every snag helps keep our brigade rolling, our volunteers trained, and the BBQ onions perfectly caramelised.

So grab a sausage, have a laugh with the crew, and support the volunteers who are there for the community 24/7 while the rest of us are trying to work out if the BBQ smoke means lunch is ready or the fire brigade is about to get a call. 😂

✅ Sausages
✅ Smiles
✅ Firefighters
✅ Probably too much sauce

Bring the family, bring your mates, bring your appetite.

Support local volunteers. Support Baxter CFA. ❤️🚒

05/05/2026

🔥 BAXTER FIRE BRIGADE IS RECRUITING 🔥
Be part of something bigger

Are you ready to step up, support your community, and be part of a tight-knit team that makes a real difference?

🚒 OPERATIONAL FIREFIGHTERS

Get on the frontline and protect lives, homes, and the community.
No experience needed – full training provided.
All you need is commitment, teamwork, and the drive to serve.

🧯 NON-OPERATIONAL (SUPPORT) MEMBERS

Not everyone fights fires – but everyone plays a vital role.
Help with logistics, community engagement, fundraising, admin, and brigade support.
Be part of the brigade without attending incidents.

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💪 WHY JOIN?

✔ Learn new skills
✔ Build lifelong friendships
✔ Stay active and challenged
✔ Give back to your local community
✔ Be part of something that truly matters

⸻

📍 WHO CAN JOIN?

Men and women from all walks of life
No prior experience required
Full training and support provided

⸻

🚨 READY TO GET INVOLVED?

Join today through the Country Fire Authority

👉 https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/volunteers-careers/volunteer-with-cfa

Or reach out to the Baxter Fire Brigade to learn more.

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🔥 BAXTER FIRE BRIGADE
Not just a brigade – a family. 🔥

Everyone is welcome to join CFA. Find information how to become a volunteer, the different volunteer roles available, including juniors and what you can expect as a volunteer.

02/05/2026

🚒🔥 BAXTER FIRE BRIGADE IS RECRUITING 🔥🚒

Men. Women. Mums. Dads. Tradies. Office workers.
If you’ve ever thought, “Could I do that?” — this is your sign.

We’re primarily looking for operational firefighters — people ready to step up, train hard, and be there when the pager goes off. But we also need support members who keep everything running behind the scenes.

👨‍🚒 OPERATIONAL FIREFIGHTERS (our main game)
• Respond to fires, road accidents, and emergencies
• Work as part of a tight, disciplined team
• Learn real skills that make a real difference
• Be the person others rely on when things go bad

This role isn’t about being fearless — it’s about being reliable, trained, and ready to act when it matters.

🤝 SUPPORT (NON-OPERATIONAL) MEMBERS
• Help with admin, fundraising, and community events
• Support the brigade so crews can do their job
• Play a critical role without attending emergencies

No matter the role, you’re part of the same crew.

What you’ll get:
• World-class training through the CFA
• Strong mateship and a real sense of purpose
• Skills, confidence, and experiences you won’t get anywhere else

What we’re looking for:
• Commitment and consistency
• A team-first attitude
• People who want to give back to their community

No experience needed — just the willingness to learn and show up.

⚠️ Side effects: pride, resilience, lifelong friendships, and a serious respect for what your community does behind the scenes.

Ready to step up?
👉 https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/volunteers-careers/volunteer-with-cfa/volunteer-with-cfa

Or come down to the station and have a chat. 64 Baxter - Tooradin road Baxter 7:00PM Mondays

Baxter Fire Brigade — ordinary people doing extraordinary things. 🚒

Everyone is welcome to join CFA. Find information how to become a volunteer, the different volunteer roles available, including juniors and what you can expect as a volunteer.

02/04/2026

🚨 Good Friday Appeal 🚨

Our trucks are leaving the station to start collections! Keep your eyes and ears out!

We also have members at the station ready to take your donation.

02/04/2026

🔥🚒🥚🍫Come down and donate to the Good Friday appeal at Baxter Fire Station tomorrow and recieve a ticket for these lovely raffle prizes!
🙌🏻🥇

01/04/2026

🚒🔥 Baxter CFA Good Friday Appeal 🔥🚒
This Good Friday, the Baxter CFA will be out and about in the fire truck, proudly collecting donations for the Royal Children’s Hospital Good Friday Appeal ❤️

Keep an eye out on your street and listen for the sirens as we make our way around the community. Every dollar raised goes towards supporting children and families who need that extra care and help.

If you see us, give us a wave 👋 and if you can, please donate - your generosity truly makes a difference.

Let’s come together and support a great cause 💖