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District 14 is part of the North West Region and encompasses a large portion of Melbourne’s outer urban fringe. The area has a diverse fire risk, stretching from Point Cook and Werribee in the south-west to Eltham and Christmas Hills in the north-east. District 14 covers the municipalities of Wyndham, Melton, Hume, Whittlesea and Nillumbik. TERMS OF USE

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- Moderation Policy –

CFA reserves the right to delete any posted content that we deem to be offensive, insulting, inappropriate or irrelevant to the purpose of this page. Unacceptable content includes, but is not limited to;
- material that is obscene, offensive, pornographic, vulgar, profane, indecent or otherwise illegal
- remarks that racially or religiously vilifies, incites violence or hatred, or is likely to offend, insult or humiliate others based on race, religion, ethnicity, gender, age, sexual orientation or any physical or mental disability
- personal attacks, abuse and threats to cause physical or mental harm
- content which you know (or could reasonably be expected to know) is false, misleading or deceptive
- content that could be defamatory to any person
- any content not related to CFA or it's areas of responsibility
- posts or links to pages that contain the aforementioned material

Repeated breaches of this Moderation Policy may result in you being banned from the page.

31/07/2026

🔥 NEW DATE – REVIEWING YOUR MEMBERSHIP WORKSHOP! 🔥

Missed out on the first opportunity? We’ve got you covered!
The Reviewing Your Membership workshop has a new date — Wednesday 12 August — providing another opportunity for members to get involved.

The workshop will provide you with the knowledge, tools and practical approach to review your brigade’s current membership, identify potential gaps and opportunities, and consider what your brigade needs to remain strong and sustainable into the future.

Whether you missed the original session or haven’t submitted an EOI yet, now is the time to get involved!

📅 Wednesday 12 August
📋 Submit your Expression of Interest:
https://forms.office.com/r/csaucCvqMT

🔥 Get your EOI in now and secure your place!

The more members and brigades involved, the stronger the discussion — so don’t miss this opportunity to be part of it.

26/07/2026

👥 Succession Planning Framework Workshop

Do you know what your brigade membership looks like today—and what it could look like tomorrow?

📅 Reviewing Your Membership
Wednesday 5 August

This workshop will help your Brigade:
✅ Understand current membership trends
✅ Identify strengths and opportunities
✅ Plan for future leadership and operational capability
✅ Support informed succession planning

Register via the EOI https://forms.office.com/r/csaucCvqMT and start planning for your brigade's future.

19/07/2026

📅 More Succession Planning Framework Workshops are Coming!

Missed the first workshop or looking ahead? There's still plenty of opportunities to strengthen your brigade throughout the year.

Upcoming workshops include:
🔹 Reviewing Your Membership – Wednesday 5 August https://forms.office.com/r/csaucCvqMT
🔹 Retaining & Recruiting Volunteers – Thursday 27 August https://forms.office.com/r/YPLFsGqajr
🔹 Identifying Skills Gaps & Addressing Skills Gaps – Wednesday 9 September https://forms.office.com/r/Pdda11hzuT
🔹 Preparing for Elections – Thursday 24 September https://forms.office.com/r/YkxWFX96Ui

Each workshop is designed to provide practical tools and resources to help members build capable, sustainable and future-ready brigades.

Keep an eye out for each workshop.

05/07/2026

🔹 Succession Planning Framework Workshops

Strong brigades start with strong leadership and clear roles.
Join us for the first workshop in our Succession Planning Framework series:

📅 Clarifying Roles & Responsibilities
Thursday 23 July

This interactive session will help your Brigade:
✅ Clarify brigade leadership roles
✅ Understand responsibilities and accountabilities
✅ Improve communication and teamwork
✅ Build a stronger foundation for future succession planning

This workshop is ideal for Brigade Management Teams (BMTs) and members interested in leadership within their brigade.

📩 Register your interest via the EOI today https://forms.office.com/r/kppg9ZWWpN

Together we're building stronger, more sustainable brigades.

04/07/2026

This week, CFA District 14 proudly celebrates NAIDOC Week 2026 and joins communities across Australia in recognising this year's milestone theme, '50 Years of Deadly'. The theme celebrates five decades of honouring the strength, leadership, resilience and achievements of First Nations peoples and communities.

As volunteers, we know the importance of community, respect and working together. NAIDOC Week provides an opportunity to reflect, listen, learn and celebrate the rich histories, cultures and enduring connection of First Nations peoples to Country.

We acknowledge and thank our First Nations members, volunteers, staff and communities for the knowledge, perspectives and contributions they bring to CFA and the communities we proudly serve.

This NAIDOC Week, we encourage everyone to take the opportunity to learn, connect and celebrate.

26/05/2026

National Reconciliation Week (27 May – 3 June) is a time for all Australians to learn about our shared histories, cultures and achievements, and to reflect on how each of us can contribute to reconciliation.

This year’s theme, “All In”, reminds us that reconciliation is everyone’s responsibility. It calls on all Australians to step forward, listen, learn and take meaningful action towards a more respectful and inclusive future.

At CFA, we recognise the importance of building strong relationships with First Nations peoples and communities, and creating spaces where everyone feels valued, respected and included.

We encourage our members and communities to learn more, get involved and raise your voices for reconciliation.

Learn more here:
https://www.reconciliation.org.au/our-work/national-reconciliation-week/voices-for-reconciliation/

18/05/2026

This National Volunteer Week, District 14 proudly recognises and celebrates the incredible volunteers who give their time, skills, and heart to support our communities every single day. 🚒❤️

Our volunteers are the backbone of the Country Fire Authority — responding to emergencies, supporting one another, and helping keep our communities safe.

Whether it’s on the fireground, behind the scenes, fundraising, mentoring, training, or supporting community events, every contribution matters.

Thank you to all our dedicated volunteers across District 14 for the difference you make. Your commitment, teamwork, and community spirit do not go unnoticed.

07/04/2026

Looking to grow your brigade and keep your members engaged? 👩‍🚒🚒

Our Retaining & Recruiting Workshop is designed to support brigades with practical tools, ideas, and strategies to retain the great people you already have.

Whether you're already seeing success or facing challenges, this is a great opportunity to share experiences, learn from others, and walk away with actionable ideas tailored to your brigade.

Let’s work together to build stronger, more sustainable brigades. 💪

Register now; https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/RU5stnC1n0

We look forward to seeing you there!

31/03/2026

🔥 Fire Danger Period Ending Soon 🔥

The Fire Danger Period will officially end at 1:00am on Tuesday 7th April for the following municipalities:
• Hume City
• Nillumbik Shire
• Melton City Council
• City of Whittlesea
• Wyndham City Council

This means restrictions on burning off will be lifted from this time.

⚠️ Please remember:
Even though the Fire Danger Period is ending, conditions can still be unpredictable. Always check the weather, notify authorities where required, and ensure you burn off safely and responsibly.

For more information on burning off safely and any remaining requirements, visit the CFA website www.cfa.vic.gov.au/firedangerperiod

Stay safe and thank you for helping keep our communities protected. 🚒

28/03/2026

Do you need to burn off green waste around your farm? 🚜🔥

During the Fire Danger Period, permits can be issued for agricultural activities like stubble burning—helping landholders carry out essential farm hygiene and preparation under controlled conditions.

If you have a permit, it’s vital to understand and follow all conditions to keep yourself, your property, and your community safe.

Permit conditions include:
• Having the permit with you during the burn
• Adhering to maximum burn size
• Following approved start and extinguishment times
• Establishing fire breaks
• Removing nearby flammable materials
• Monitoring weather conditions (temperature & wind)
• Having adequate water available on-site
• Ensuring adult supervision at all times
• Maintaining communication access to Emergency Services (000)

Before you burn, you must notify:
• Burn-off Hotline – 1800 668 511
• Adjoining landholders
• Your local Brigade Captain
• DEECA (if near State Forest, National Park or protected public land)

Burning off safely is everyone’s responsibility—make sure you’re prepared and compliant before you light up.

Address

251 High Street
Melton, VIC
3337

Telephone

+61387461400

Website

http://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/

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