Skipton Fire Brigade - CFA

Skipton Fire Brigade - CFA Skipton Fire Brigade is a fully volunteer emergency service protecting the Skipton community and surrounds.

26/07/2026

📢 National AusAlert Test – TODAY - Monday 27 July 2026

A test Critical AusAlert will be sent to mobile devices across Australia on Monday 27 July. This includes most phones, plus some smart watches and tablets.

đź•’ Test Time by State/Territory
- ACT, NSW, Qld, Tas, Vic – 2:00 pm (AEST)
- NT, SA (incl. Broken Hill) – 1:30 pm (ACST)
- WA – 12:00 pm (AWST)

📱 What to Expect
Your device will vibrate and play a loud, siren‑like sound for around 10 seconds. A message will appear on your screen clearly stating it is a test.

✔️ If You Receive the Test Alert
You don’t need to do anything.
In a real emergency, AusAlert will tell you what’s happening, where, how serious it is, and what to do next.

❗ If You Don’t Receive It
No action needed. Your device may not be compatible or connected at the time.
To stay AusAlert‑ready, keep your device updated and restart after software updates.

🙌 If You Don’t Want to Receive the Test
Because it’s a Critical Alert, it can’t be turned off in settings.
If the alert may cause distress or disruption, switch your device off or to aeroplane mode for at least one hour from your state’s test time.

21/07/2026

📢 National AusAlert Test – Monday 27 July 2026

A test Critical AusAlert will be sent to mobile devices across Australia on Monday 27 July. This includes most phones, plus some smart watches and tablets.

đź•’ Test Time by State/Territory
- ACT, NSW, Qld, Tas, Vic – 2:00 pm (AEST)
- NT, SA (incl. Broken Hill) – 1:30 pm (ACST)
- WA – 12:00 pm (AWST)

📱 What to Expect
Your device will vibrate and play a loud, siren‑like sound for around 10 seconds. A message will appear on your screen clearly stating it is a test.

✔️ If You Receive the Test Alert
You don’t need to do anything.
In a real emergency, AusAlert will tell you what’s happening, where, how serious it is, and what to do next.

❗ If You Don’t Receive It
No action needed. Your device may not be compatible or connected at the time.
To stay AusAlert‑ready, keep your device updated and restart after software updates.

🙌 If You Don’t Want to Receive the Test
Because it’s a Critical Alert, it can’t be turned off in settings.
If the alert may cause distress or disruption, switch your device off or to aeroplane mode for at least one hour from your state’s test time.

You might have seen some of our crew members geared up, taking a stroll around Lake Jubilee recently. Two of our members...
20/07/2026

You might have seen some of our crew members geared up, taking a stroll around Lake Jubilee recently. Two of our members along with members from Stawell & Snake Valley spent their weekend completing their 2-day Breathing Apparatus Course, to ensure that they are completely educated and equipped to provide a high standard of care and safety when you need them.

To join the Skipton CFA send us a message on our page & we can start the process today!

On Tuesday we held our annual general meeting, as well as our bi annual elections.Well done to everyone elected for this...
29/05/2026

On Tuesday we held our annual general meeting, as well as our bi annual elections.
Well done to everyone elected for this term!

🚒International Firefighters Day🚒We’re incredibly lucky as a small town to have such dedicated volunteer firefighters who...
03/05/2026

đźš’International Firefighters Dayđźš’

We’re incredibly lucky as a small town to have such dedicated volunteer firefighters who are always ready to protect and support our community whether it’s fire, flood, or taking out the rubbish bins. 🫶🏻

Today is a good opportunity to recognise the commitment, courage, and selflessness all firefighters show, putting others before themselves in challenging conditions. Their continued service is something we should never take for granted, but is often under-appreciated.

THANK YOU SKIPTON BRIGADE- and thank you to everyone who volunteers their time to help our community feel safe.

The brigade is aware of areas within the burn from last week that are continuing to produce smoke while burning out. The...
02/05/2026

The brigade is aware of areas within the burn from last week that are continuing to produce smoke while burning out. The brigade will continue to monitor the situation but smoke will be visible for a few more days coming. Please only ring 000 If you observe a running fire edge with flame that is spreading.

The Skipton Common was successfully burned today, news that we are sure is very welcome among our community members. Tha...
27/04/2026

The Skipton Common was successfully burned today, news that we are sure is very welcome among our community members. Thank you to the crews that turned up to help- including from neighbouring brigades.
Be aware there may be excess smoke tonight and tomorrow as the last of the burn is extinguished.

23/04/2026

PLANNED BURN NOTIFICATION - Skipton Common Burn
Please be advised there will be a planned burn taking place North of Skipton on Monday 27th April. Please expect an increase of smoke in the area.

⚠️planned for Monday 27th ⚠️This burn is currently being planned for ignition on Monday 27th April. Still subject to wea...
22/04/2026

⚠️planned for Monday 27th ⚠️
This burn is currently being planned for ignition on Monday 27th April. Still subject to weather conditions. At this stage wind direction on Monday will help minimise smoke impacting the town.

20/04/2026

MEMBERS- BRIGADE TRAINING REMINDER

Our next brigade training will be Wednesday 22nd April at 7pm.

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54-56 Montgomery Street
Skipton, VIC
3361

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