Undera Fire Brigade CFA

28/04/2026

Stewart Pell’s Funeral Details:

Stewarts funeral will be held at the Undera Fire Station(6 Madill Road Undera) on Friday May 1st at 10:30am.

Service at the Fire Shed followed by Burial & Fireman’s Service at the Kyabram cemetery and wake to be held at the Undera Hotel.

CFA Members are asked to wear their CFA Workwear.

25/04/2026

🚒🚒🚒 Rest In Peace Stewart Pell 🚒🚒🚒

It’s with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of CFA & Undera Fire Brigade Life Member Stewart Pell.

Stewart joined the Undera Fire Brigade on the 12th of November 1975 and was an active Fire-Firefighter.

On the 1st of July 1997 Stewart stepped up and done 1 term(2 years) as 3rd Lieutenant before taking on the 1st Lieutenant role from July 1st 1999 all the way through until 2011 when he took on the Captains hat from David Gordon. Stewart done 1 term as captain from July 1st 2011 through until June 30th 2013 when he handed it over to Colin Wilson.

Stewart stepped back into the 1st Lieutenant role from 2013 through to 2015. From 2015 until 2019 Stewart also held roles as VFBV Delegate, Group Delegate, Brigade Training Coordinator and Brigade Community Safety Coordinator.

From 2019 until only a few short weeks ago Stewart was still jumping on the Undera Tanker at all hours of the day and night giving everything he had to the Undera and surrounding communities.

Stewart was a very dedicated member to the Undera Fire Brigade and served the Undera community for 50 1/2 years. Stewart saw many changes across his time and was a great mentor and friend to not only fire brigade members but to the community as a whole.

Stewart loved this community and he will be remembered as a a selfless gentleman who gave up so much of his time to help others in need.

🚒👩🏻‍🚒 Stewart’s funeral will be held at the Undera Fire Station on Friday May 1st at 10:30am. Service at the Fire shed followed by Burial at the Kyabram cemetery and wake to be held at the Undera Hotel 🚒👩🏻‍🚒

24/04/2026

Undera Fire Brigade members, along with family and friends, recently came together to recognise and celebrate the service of several of its members.

Special guests included former brigade members, neighbouring brigade members and District 22 Commander Rohan Taylor, who presented the awards on behalf of CFA (Country Fire Authority)

Awards presented on the night (17 April) included 5-year certificates to firefighters Vicki Pell, Carolyn Archibald and 3rd Lieutenant Will Archibald.

Col Wilson, Adam Gordon and Dave Gordon received 20, 30 and 55-year service awards respectively.

While presenting the awards, Commander Taylor noted that although the honours are worn by members, their families should also feel proud - recognising that their support and commitment to CFA and community are as equally acknowledged.

In a special tribute, posthumous brigade life membership was awarded to ex member Ray Dealy who passed away earlier this year. The award was presented to Ray’s wife Jenny by ex-captain Dave Gordon, in recognition of Ray’s 40 years of service to the Undera Fire Brigade.

Firefighter and Ex Captain Stewart Pell, a stalwart of the Brigade and local community, was unfortunately unable to attend the dinner to receive his 50-year service award due to ill health.

Given the significance of the award, members of Undera and neighbouring Mooroopna CFA brigade along with some of Stewart’s family and friends visited the Goulburn Valley Health Hospital in Shepparton to acknowledge his service through the presentation of the award and CFA life membership.

Instrumental in organising this important celebration, current Captain Brandan Reilly and grandson of Stewart, spoke highly of his dedication and is proud to be continuing in his footsteps.

Our sincere thanks go to GV Health for allowing our tanker to be parked where it was clearly visible from Stewart’s window during the presentation - a gesture that meant a great deal and reflected the immense pride he held in the truck and all it represents.

Story by Danny Jones

06/02/2026

Today we stop to remember 17 years ago the worst bushfire disaster to hit Victoria.

173 people lost their lives. 414 people were injured. 450,000 hectares were burnt.

A lot of volunteers from Undera went to assist across this period.

We thank everyone who helped all those years ago. We remember those who are longer with us.

Do you have a fire plan? https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/plan-prepare

23/01/2026

A Total Fire Ban has been declared for the whole state of Victoria - Saturday 24 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

09/01/2026

Today, a statewide Total Fire Ban has been declared.

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

Undera has manned the station and we will sit here all afternoon.

Find out what you can and can’t do: www.cfa.vic.gov.au/can

07/01/2026

A Total Fire Ban has been declared for the Mallee, Northern Country, North Central and North East Fire Districts - Thursday 8 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. Stay informed: www.cfa.vic.gov.au/firebans

07/01/2026

A fire has started along Echuca Road just out of Undera.

Please keep an eye on Vic Emergency for the latest up to date information. 🔥🚒🚒🚒🚒🚒🚒

06/01/2026

Not a total fire ban for us today but stay hydrated and up to date with the latest info through the vic emergency website or app

Severe to extreme heat will start across Victoria from today until Saturday. This will also mean increased fire risk, with Wimmera, South West and Central districts in Total Fire Ban with an Extreme Fire Danger Rating.

During today and the coming days, temperatures in the north of the state are expected to reach low to mid-40s, and high 30s to low 40s in the south.

Two Watch & Act warnings are currently in place for an active bushfire in Mt Lawson. Those in the area should monitor conditions and be ready to act, as the situation can change at any time.

🌡️ Stay cool by wearing light, loose clothing, drinking plenty of water and closing windows and blinds early to limit heat entering your home. For more info and resources: www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/extreme-heat

🔥 On Extreme and High Fire Danger days, it is important to know your local risk and what to do if a fire starts. To check your Fire Danger Rating for today: www.cfa.vic.gov.au/firedanger

📌 For information and warnings visit the VicEmergency website: http://emergency.vic.gov.au, download the VicEmergency app or call the VicEmergency hotline (1800 226 226).

Listen to your local emergency broadcaster and never rely on one source of information.

31/12/2025

To all our Families, Friends and our Community stay safe and enjoy 2026