Craigieburn CFA

26/07/2026

AusAlert national test is taking place tomorrow, 27th of July at 2pm AEST - watch the video below to be prepared and know what to expect, and how to stay safe.
AusAlert is a new national warning system that uses the latest technology to send emergency messages to compatible mobile devices during local and national disasters.
AusAlert messages keep communities informed so they can take action, saving lives and property.
Find out more at, https://www.ausalert.gov.au/alerts-explained/national-test https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O2DJzd09RtUhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O2DJzd09RtU

CFA Chief Officer Jason Heffernan outlines the national test of the...

23/07/2026

A national test of AusAlert is happening on Monday 27 July 2026 at around 2pm AEST. During the test, all compatible mobile devices in Australia will receive an alert at about the same time. ⚠️

AusAlert may increase risk for people experiencing violence, especially if they live with someone who uses violence. Alerts may expose safety devices.

31/05/2026

Craigieburn Fire Brigade is proud to be attending the Craigieburn Football Club Big Freeze MND Night, this Thursday 4th June at DS Aitken Reserve. From 5pm to 8pm there will be plenty of fun for all ages as we aim to raise awareness and support for Fight MND, including two of our own members taking the plunge in the Slip n Slide Ice Challenge.

Come down and join the community as we support this important event. 💙

25/05/2026

Recently our crews spent a night training on tanker pump operation. The drills included pumping from a hydrant and suppling water to a second fire truck, while simultaneously flowing a high volume of water from multiple hose lines and monitors.

17/05/2026

Over the weekend, two of our firefighters completed their breathing apparatus course with a practical assessment day at CFA's training facility in Ballan. The course involved putting their skills into practice during a simulated fire involving a petrol tanker and running fuel fire.

Congratulations to all members that took part in the course!

16/05/2026

Come down to Highlands Shopping Centre today to get anti theft number plate screws installed on your vehicle.

Number plate theft is on the rise so you can make them harder to steal and reduce the chances of your plates being used illegally.

We'll be here until 2pm along with Neighbourhood Watch and our emergency service partners SES Craigieburn Unit and Victoria Police.

08/05/2026

A new national warning system called AusAlert will be used across Australia from October 2026.

AusAlert will be able to send warning messages to your mobile device as push notifications during:
• Natural hazards such as bushfires, floods, and tsunamis
• Public health emergencies
• Biosecurity incidents
• Security threats

Before the system is introduced, it will be tested.

In Victoria, a local test will happen in the Geelong suburbs of Highton and Belmont on Thursday 18 June at 2 pm, followed by a national test on Monday 27 July at 2 pm.

More about the tests and rollout of AusAlert will be shared on the VicEmergency page in the coming weeks.

To learn more, visit: https://www.ausalert.gov.au

04/05/2026

Today we recognised International Firefighters' Day alongside some of our biggest little supporters!

Our crew had the pleasure of visiting two local early learning centres to deliver an interactive fire safety session. The kids learned important fire safety tips, asked plenty of great questions, and even got a close-up look at our fire truck.

24/04/2026

LEST WE FORGET

03/04/2026

Today we collected for the Good Friday Appeal.
The weather started with rain and this delayed us until it stopped.
Thank you to all that donated we collected $5630.65.

See you all again next year😊