SES Camperdown Unit

30/05/2026

🚨 Thank You, Camperdown CFA 🚨

We would like to extend our sincere thanks to Camperdown Fire Brigade for the invitation to attend their Presentation Dinner last night.

It was a fantastic evening celebrating the dedication, commitment, and achievements of local volunteers who give so much of their time to serve our community. It was a privilege to be part of the event and to recognise the outstanding service of so many deserving members.

Congratulations to all award recipients, particularly those recognised with National Medals and long service awards. Your commitment to protecting and supporting the community is something to be immensely proud of.

Pictured our members in attendance.

27/05/2026

Road Rescue Update: Camperdown Incident

​Our crew was called out early this morning to a collision involving a semi-trailer and a car right here in Camperdown.

​We are incredibly relieved to report that no one was trapped and there were no injuries. It’s a outcome we’re all grateful for considering the size of the vehicles involved! 🧡

24/05/2026

'Their boots were just dropping off, that's how potent it was.'

20/05/2026

🧡 Proud to see the clock tower lit up in orange tonight in honour of our SES volunteers — ready 24/7, every day of the year.

Thank you to Corangamite Shire Council for lighting the tower orange in support of our members.

20/05/2026

🧡 Thank you Victoria State Emergency Service!

Today is SES Thank You Day, so I was pleased to visit our local SES Camperdown Unit and meet volunteers Gary, Colin and Bob.

They have dedicated an incredible 110 years of combined service to our local community.

Their dedication, generosity, and willingness to answer the call when Victorians most need help, is truly remarkable.

Thank you to all SES volunteers across Western Victoria Region and across our state.

20/05/2026

We’re lighting the Camperdown Clocktower orange tonight, 20 May, for Wear Orange Wednesday, recognising and thanking SES volunteers.

It’s a national day of appreciation for the volunteers who help keep communities safe during storms, floods and emergencies.

In the past year alone, VICSES volunteers have responded to more than 32,000 requests for assistance.

You can show your support by wearing orange, sharing a message of thanks using , or supporting your local SES unit.

Find out more: ses.vic.gov.au/news-and-media/campaigns/wear-orange-wednesday

17/05/2026

It’s Monday again, and with fog blanketing the region this morning, taking extra care on the roads is more important than ever.

​Yesterday also marked the start of National Road Safety Week. This year’s theme is 'Pledge to Drive so Others Survive'—a vital reminder that we all have a role to play in looking out for each other and ensuring everyone gets home safely.
​With visibility low out there today, please:
​Slow down and leave plenty of space between vehicles.

​Turn on your headlights (low beam) so you're visible to others.
​Drive to the conditions and give yourself extra travel time.

​Our emergency services are always ready to respond, but we'd much rather see you arrive at your destination safely. Take it easy on the roads this morning! 🧡🚙

Today marks the start of National Road Safety Week. This year's theme is 'Pledge to Drive so Others Survive', giving us all an opportunity to make sure we're looking out for each other on the roads.

To start the week, it is important to remember the 1,300 lives lost on Australian roads each year. Over 40,000 people are also injured each year on our roads.

All road users have a small but important role to play in helping to reduce lives lost and injuries.

Emergency services have a vital role in responding to accidents, saving lives and making sure road users are driving safely. Shout out to the following Victorian emergency services that respond to incidents and proactively keep us safe:

CFA (Country Fire Authority)
Fire Rescue Victoria
Victoria State Emergency Service
Ambulance Victoria
Victoria Police
Echuca Moama Search & Rescue Squad
Shepparton Search and Rescue Squad

11/05/2026

Monday, you’ve outdone yourself! 🌫️☕

​Our morning started with a 10:00 AM call-out to a car accident. Nothing says "Happy Monday" like dropping everything at work to navigate a thick blanket of fog.

​The momentum didn't stop there. Tonight, the crew was back together for training, running through a "Fit for Duty" session and helping the team at the Camperdown Racecourse pack up their equipment. 📦🏋️‍♂️

​We’ve gone from "Work Mode" to "Rescue Mode" to "Gym Mode" all in twelve hours. Is it Tuesday yet? 🧡

​WE NEED YOU! 🫵

Does this look like something that interests you?
We are on a mission to find 5 new members to join our orange family—and we are already 2/5 of the way there! 🎯

​Help us hit our target of 5. If you're ready to challenge yourself and serve the community, come and join us:

🔗 https://www.ses.vic.gov.au/join-us

​ A massive shout-out to the local bosses and businesses who let our volunteers drop everything to respond to jobs during work hours. We couldn't do what we do without your support! 🤝

04/05/2026

A massive shout-out to Ralph and Christina, who successfully passed their Road Rescue accreditation yesterday! 🚒🛠️

​This achievement comes after several weeks of dedicated training, where they mastered the specialized skills and equipment required to manage complex vehicle extractions and roadside emergencies.

​Having more qualified Road Rescue operators is a fantastic win for the safety of our community and the surrounding district. Their commitment to stepping up and completing this rigorous training ensures that help is always ready when it’s needed most.

https://www.ses.vic.gov.au/join-us

20/04/2026

🔥🚨 TRAINING NIGHT: ROAD RESCUE WITH SES Cobden Unit & SES Barwon South West Region 🚨🔥

​Tonight, our unit was proud to host Cobden for a joint Road Rescue training session, with fantastic specialist support from the Barwon South West team!

​There is no substitute for collaboration. Tonight was a prime example of units coming together to hone skills and share knowledge to ensure we are always ready for the community.

​The Focus: Cross-Ramming & Creating Survival Space

​The focus of tonight’s scenario was cross-ramming—a critical technique used in complex vehicle extrications. When a vehicle is severely crushed, it limits the "survival space" inside for a casualty and makes it difficult for crews to provide medical care.

​📸 The Challenge: In the first photo, you can see the roof has been pushed down significantly, leaving almost no room to move inside the vehicle.

​📸 The Solution: The second photo shows the result of cross-ramming. By using hydraulic tools to push the structure back toward its original shape, we create the room needed to work safely and get a casualty out.

​A huge thank you to the members from Cobden and the Barwon South West team for a productive and realistic session.

​🧡 WANT TO JOIN THE TEAM? 🧡
We are always looking for new volunteers to help us serve the community. Whether it’s road rescue, storm response, or operational support, there’s a place for you.
​Start your journey here: 👉 www.ses.vic.gov.au/join-us