Trafalgar Fire Brigade

25/05/2026

The team from Trafalgar CFA is stepping up once again for the Melbourne Firefighter Stair Climb in 2026.

For the past 8 years, Trafalgar has proudly had representatives take on the challenging climb, and this year welcomes both new and seasoned climbers to the annual event. Together, they’ll tackle the stairs in full firefighting gear to help raise vital funds and awareness for mental health support, cancer research, and emergency services charities.

The Stair Climb is more than just a physical challenge — it’s about mateship, resilience, and supporting those who protect our communities every day. Trafalgar CFA is proud to continue being part of this incredible event and thanks everyone who gets behind the team through donations, encouragement, and community support.

23/04/2026

🚨 Grass & Scrub Fire Response 🚨

Thursday 23 April, Trafalgar Fire Brigade responded to a grass and scrub fire along Thorpdale–Trafalgar Road. On arrival, crews quickly began attacking the main fire, while also responding to a smaller fire that had jumped the road - something not typically expected given today's conditions.

Working alongside our neighbours from P79, Thorpdale CFA and Yarragon Volunteer Fire Brigade, multiple tanker loads of water were deployed to contain the spreading fire. Despite our best efforts, changing conditions and factors beyond our control meant the fire could not be fully extinguished at the time.

As a result, you will likely see or smell smoke in the area. Please remain alert — and if you see flames that are not from a controlled burn or adjacent burn off, act immediately and call 000.

𝐀 𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐨 𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐫𝐨𝐚𝐝𝐮𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐬: when you see emergency vehicles with flashing lights, you are required to slow down to 𝟰𝟬𝗸𝗺/𝗵. It was disappointing to see a number of drivers continuing to speed past the scene, particularly given the windy conditions and active emergency response.

Please drive safely and support emergency crews working to protect the community.

22/04/2026

🚒 Trafalgar Fire Brigade – Election Results 2026–2028 🚒

We’re pleased to announce the outcomes of our recent brigade elections. Congratulations to all members stepping into their roles for the upcoming term:

Leadership Team
Captain: Mark Walshe
1st Lieutenant: Peter Mynard
2nd Lieutenant: Marcus Barker
3rd Lieutenant: Adrian Allatt
4th Lieutenant: Danny Mynard
Community Safety Coordinator: To Be Confirmed

Support Roles
Training Officer: Brian Mynard
Secretary: Kathy Geisler
Treasurer: Alison Edgar
Communications Officer: Paul Zelenewicz
OHS Coordinator: Sally Neenan
Junior Coordinator: Naomi Goodin

A big thank you to everyone who nominated and continues to support the brigade. Your commitment helps keep our community safe and strong.

We look forward to the next two years ahead.

31/03/2026

The Fire Danger Period has been amended and will now be lifted as of 1:00am Tuesday 7 April 2026.

For more information and a full list of municipalities and dates:
www.cfa.vic.gov.au/firedangerperiod

16/02/2026

🔥 TOTAL FIRE BAN – TUE 17 FEB 🔥

A Total Fire Ban is in place tomorrow. This means no fires in the open air for the entire day.

❌ No burn-offs, fire pits, campfires, welding or grinding
✔️ Gas/electric BBQs only if supervised and kept well clear of flammable materials

Fines apply. If you’re unsure — don’t do it.

Check what you can and can’t do via the Country Fire Authority (CFA) 👇
https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/fire-bans-ratings-and-restrictions/can-i-or-cant-i

🔥 Stay safe

A Total Fire Ban has been declared for the Central, Wimmera, South West, North Central and West & South Gippsland fire weather districts for Tuesday 17 February 2026.

No fires can be lit, or be allowed to remain alight, in the open air from 12:01 AM until 11:59 PM.

More information is available at www.cfa.vic.gov.au/firebans

10/02/2026

Find out what you can and can't do during the declared Fire Danger Period, and on days of Total Fire Ban, when fires in the open air are legally restricted.

https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/warnings-restrictions/fire-bans-ratings-and-restrictions/can-i-or-cant-i

A Total Fire Ban has been declared for the Mallee, Wimmera, North East, Northern Country, North Central, Central and West & South Gippsland districts for Wednesday 11 February 2026.

No fires can be lit, or be allowed to remain alight, in the open air from 12:01 AM until 11:59 PM.

More information is available at www.cfa.vic.gov.au/firebans

03/02/2026

Last nights brigade training focused on upskilling, maintaining skills, and building confidence across the crew.

We ran grass fire and bushfire scenarios, getting our newer members hands-on and putting their recently learned skills into action. It was great to see confidence building and teamwork really coming together.

We also gave our emerging leaders the opportunity to step up and have a go at crew leading and running the job, developing their decision-making, communication, and leadership skills in a supportive training environment.

Nights like this are key to keeping skills sharp, developing the next generation of leaders, and making sure we’re ready for whatever comes our way. A productive night with plenty of learning — and a bit of fun — all round.🚒

Thinking about joining the brigade? Get in touch and see what it’s all about.
👉 https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/volunteers-careers/volunteer-with-cfa/apply-to-volunteer

31/01/2026

Trafalgar and Yarragon Fire Brigades were called to a grass and scrub fire on Sheehan Road, Yarragon just after noon on Friday.

After turning off the highway at Yarragon, the Trafalgar tanker could clearly see a good-sized plume of smoke, so the decision was made early to step things up. The response was escalated to five tankers, a Big Fill pump and two Field Command Vehicles.

Once on scene, the Trafalgar tanker went straight to work on the head of the fire to stop it from spreading any further. Yarragon’s Pumper Tanker and Tanker arrived shortly after, along with a council grader and water cart, which did a great job putting in containment lines around the fireground.

We were then joined by tankers from Warragul, Darnum Ellinbank and Willow Grove, and with everyone working together the fire was brought under control quickly and efficiently. Crews then spent time blacking out remaining hot spots. The response was backed up by Nilma North’s Big Fill unit and the Moe and Warragul Field Command Vehicles.

Firefighter wellbeing is always important to us, and after close to three hours of hard work in hot, challenging conditions, it was good to see crews from other brigades able to cool off in their air-conditioned appliances. Unfortunately, with our tanker now 29 years old, that wasn’t an option for the Trafalgar crew.

Yarragon Volunteer Fire Brigade Warragul Fire Brigade Nilma North Fire Brigade Darnum Ellinbank Fire Brigade - Cfa Willow Grove Fire Station Moe Fire Brigade - CFA CFA District 9 Wayne Farnham MP

29/01/2026

26/01/2026

A Total Fire Ban has been declared for the whole State of Victoria on Tuesday 27 January 2026.

No fires can be lit, or be allowed to remain alight, in the open air from 12:01 AM until 11:59 PM. More information: www.cfa.vic.gov.au/firebans