Kyneton Fire Brigade (CFA)

08/05/2026

08/05/2026

Kyneton Fire Brigade is currently on scene at Kilcoy Global Foods — Hardwicks, responding to a small hazardous materials incident.

The site is safe and there is no risk to the community.

Gisborne Fire Brigade is assisting with its flare-off unit to safely burn off excess gas.

Thank you to Malmsbury Fire Brigade for assisting in the initial response.

Our brigades remain on scene, working together to keep the site and community safe.

24/04/2026

Lest we forget.

Today, we pause to remember those who served and those who never came home.

We recognise the courage, sacrifice, and commitment shown by our servicemen and women — past and present.

Take a moment this morning. Reflect on what their service means to you.

🌺

21/04/2026

Last night, the Kyneton Fire Brigade held its Biennial General Meeting, confirming leadership positions for the 2026–2028 term.

These members will formally step into their roles from 1 July 2026.

Your Brigade Leadership Team:

Captain: Andrew Twomey
1st Lieutenant: Stuart Kelson
2nd Lieutenant: Tristian Smith
3rd Lieutenant: Nic Hanna
4th Lieutenant: Luke Tracey

Support and Coordination Roles:

Treasurer: Emma Magrath
Secretary: Cathryn Portelli
Training Coordinator: Nic Hanna
Health and Safety Coordinator: Aaron Zanussi
Community Safety Coordinator: Angelica Fox
Chair: Nic Lander
Communications Officer: Steph Sharp
Assets Manager: Martin Bourke
Championships Coordinator: Brett Magrath

Delegates:

VFBV Delegates: Brett Magrath and Stuart Kelson
Coliban Group Delegates: Andrew Twomey and Tristian Smith

We recognise the members who have served in these roles over the past two years. Your time, leadership, and commitment have directly supported brigade capability and community safety. Many of these roles operate behind the scenes, yet they carry real responsibility and workload. The brigade continues to benefit from the foundations you’ve built.

To those stepping away from positions, thank you for the hours you’ve put in and for backing your crews and community. Your contribution does not go unnoticed.

We extend our thanks to Andrew Jan for chairing the election process and ensuring it was conducted professionally and in line with brigade governance requirements.

We also acknowledge the support of Sue Lakeman from CFA District 2, and BJ from the Coliban Group of Fire Brigades, who assisted throughout the process and helped ensure a smooth and transparent outcome.

Your time and support on the night is appreciated by the brigade.

08/04/2026

🔥 FIRE RESTRICTIONS LIFTED 🔥

From 1:00am Tuesday (Easter Tuesday), the Fire Danger Period has officially ended across the Macedon Ranges.

This is a positive step for our community.
You can now return to many normal activities involving fire.

But local laws still apply — and fires can still escape quickly if not managed properly.

✅ WHAT YOU CAN DO
- Burn off on your property (conditions apply)
- Use fire pits, campfires, pizza ovens and solid fuel BBQs
- Undertake planned clean-up burns with the right preparation

❌ WHAT YOU CAN’T DO
Burn off without following the Macedon Ranges Shire local laws
- Leave any fire unattended at any time
- Light fires in conditions where they may spread (wind, dry fuels, poor preparation)

📍 MACEDON RANGES LOCAL LAW – WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
Permits may still be required depending on:
- Property size
- What you are burning
- Your location
- If your property is less than 2,000 square metres, burning in the open air is prohibited.

https://www.mrsc.vic.gov.au/Live-Work/Fire-flood-storms/Fire-Heat/Burning-Off

You must:
- Have water or suppression equipment ready
- Stay with the fire at all times
- Fully extinguish the fire before leaving

These rules apply all year — not just during summer.

04/04/2026

Last week we were incredibly grateful to receive a donation raised by our local community following the events of 9 January.

The funds were raised during a live music event hosted by Shamrock Hotel, with a charity auction on the night featuring donated items including accommodation, food packages, artwork, merchandise, and a signed guitar.

A huge thank you to Hayley and the team at the Shamrock for driving this effort, and to everyone who contributed on the night.

We also acknowledge Reece Mastin for his support and involvement — backing local communities when it matters.

This kind of support directly strengthens our brigade and helps us continue to respond when our community needs us most.

👉 The team at the Shamrock Hotel in Kyneton are continuing to host live events — keep an eye out and get along to support local.

21/03/2026

Kyneton Junior Fire Brigade — State result 🚒

Huge effort from our Under 14s at the 2026 CFA VFBV State Urban Junior Championships in Stawell, taking 1st place in two events against strong competition from across Victoria.

Event 7 – Wet Hose Striking (First & Second Discs, Four Competitors – U14)
1st – Kyneton (John Pearce, Bonnie Tracey, Riley Sanders, borrowed competitor) – 23.01 seconds

Event 11 – Wet Hose (Two Competitors – U14)
1st – Kyneton (John Pearce, Bonnie Tracey) – 12.28 seconds

Two events. Two wins.

Coach Brett Magrath said it plainly:
“Very happy team. These kids just keep surprising us with what they can achieve. Today they proved to themselves what we already knew they could do.”

You could see it in the run. Clean ex*****on, strong handovers, and a team that backed each other the whole way through. No hesitation. No overthinking. Just doing the job they trained for.

This is what the junior program builds. Skills under pressure. Trust in the team. Confidence to step up when it counts.

These results don’t happen by chance. They come from turning up to training, listening, learning, and committing to the team.

Have a look at the photo — that moment captures it. Effort turning into outcome.

Proud brigade. Proud community.

16/02/2026

🔥 Tuesday 17 February - Are you ready?

Tomorrow (Tuesday) presents serious fire risk across Victoria.

Fires are already active across the state.

So, what is Kyneton Fire Brigade is doing?
- Volunteers will staff the station all day.
- 90-second turnout times are in place for rapid response to all calls theoughout the heightened period
- Crews are ready to support the community if fires start locally or ger called to orher areas of the state.

Tuesdays Fire Conditions - in plain terms

- Fires will be uncontrollable.
- Depending on workload, the brigade may not be able to attend all calls for help.
- Homes are not designed to withstand these conditions.
- Survival depends on leaving early, well before fire impacts.

What we ask of the community
- Act early. Do not wait for smoke or flames.
- Review your bushfire plan tonight.
- Decide where you will go and how you will get there.
- Check on neighbours who may need support to leave early.
- Avoid all activities that could start a fire.

Our volunteers live and work in this community.

They will be on station, prepared, and focused on keeping Kyneton safe.

If a fire starts, early action saves lives.

What is your plan?d

01/02/2026

Coliban Group & Kyneton Fire Ready Meeting – Community Video

We recorded the Fire Ready Meeting held at Kyneton Bushland Resort on Thursday, 29 January 2026, so more people in our community can watch and learn.

The meeting talked about fires that have happened in and around our area. We discussed how fires can spread quickly, how smoke and road closures affect people, and how little time there can be to make decisions.

We also explained simple fire plans that work in real situations. This included when leaving early is safer, when staying becomes dangerous, and how power outages and poor visibility can affect safety.

Emergency warnings were explained in clear terms. We covered what “Watch and Act” and “Emergency Warning” mean, and why alerts can change quickly on hot, windy, or stormy days.

This information is important now. It is mid-summer. Fuels are dry. Fire conditions can change fast.

If you live, work, or travel in Kyneton, Malmsbury, Tylden, Pastoria, or nearby bushland areas, please watch the video.

After watching, check your fire plan. Talk about it with your family or household. Make sure everyone knows how you will receive emergency warnings.

Ask yourself: if a fire starts on a hot, windy day, what will you do first? Do you know when you will leave?

Being prepared helps people make safer decisions.

Video of the Fire Ready Meeting held 29 January 2026 exploring fires in the area, fire plans and emergency alerts

29/01/2026

Reminder that our Fire Ready meeting is on tonight at the Kyneton Bushland Resort.
Please make sure you’re there — important information will be shared.

See you tonight. 🚒🌿