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Bullengarook CFA

Locality: Bullengarook, Victoria, Australia

Address: 695 Bacchus March Road 3437 Bullengarook, VIC, Australia

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25.01.2022 What crazy weather we have had recently. 30+mm of rain on Sunday night and now we have a few hot days coming up - one of which in the low 30's. What ideal weather for growing pastures! Talking about pastures, are you thinking about harvesting, cutting, baling and storage your hay? If so please check out the CFAs information page following a number of hay fires brigades have been called to in recent weeks. For more information please check out https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/plan-prepare/hay-and-fire-safety

25.01.2022 It is with regret we announce the up and coming Bush Dance will be postponed until further notice given the current events and advice from authorities. We have been advised refunds will be given to those that have purchased tickets. For any questions or queries please contact Bullengarook Landcare directly.

24.01.2022 Great to be out training again today. Been way too long. Making the most of it with our masks, gloves, social distancing and limited members. Preseason readiness training and showing a few new members drafting basics. Welcome to the family Liam and Isaac!

24.01.2022 With fire restrictions lifted in Bullengarook and given many people will be at home due to the extended school holidays and COVID-19 situation, many people will no doubt use this time to do some property maintenance which may involve burning off. If you do burn off, please register your burn to prevent unnecessary call outs from the Brigade. With many people trying to self isolate, a false alarm call will undo your efforts as it will put three fire trucks, each with 5 crew at your front door. Please keep this in mind and remember to register your burn to prevent it from happening.

24.01.2022 *** UPDATED *** It’s official - fire restrictions will be lifted on Monday, March 23rd 2020. Please take care when burning off and remember to register your burns! https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au//restrictions-during-the-fire-d

24.01.2022 Today, Wednesday 29 April 2020 at 5.40pm Bullengarook Fire Station will be joining our fellow brigades and activating our station siren four times to honour the Victoria Police officers who lost their lives in the line of duty in Kew a week ago at approximately that time. When the siren sounds, please take a moment to reflect and remember these members. - Leading Senior Constable Lynette Taylor - Senior Constable Kevin King... - Constable Josh Prestney - Constable Glen Humphris See more

24.01.2022 It’s official everyone the Fire Danger Period is commencing in the Macedon Ranges Shire Council at 0100 hours on 14 December 2020 and will remain in place until 1 May 2021 unless stated otherwise. Garry Cook, Acting Chief Officer of the CFA says.. The commencement of the Fire Danger Period is determined on local existing and predicted conditions that lead to increased fire risk for your locality.... This means you cannot light a fire in the open air unless you have a permit or comply with certain requirements. If you do not obtain a permit, you could be breaking the law and may be prosecuted. Penalties may include a fine up to $19,342 and/or up to 12 months' imprisonment. For guides on what you can and can't do during the Fire Danger Period or on days of total fire ban visit https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/warnings-restrictions/can/ For burn-offs prior and after the declared Fire Danger Period, ensure you comply with any municipal local laws and always register your burn on 1800 668 511. Knowledge is the best tool when it comes to fighting fires; help spread this information by talking to your family, friends and neighbours. Stay safe this summer. Garry Cook Acting Chief Officer CFA

22.01.2022 Seeking Expressions of Interest; Tanker 2 is for sale! As you may have heard, the Bullengarook Brigade has been successful with a grant application for a new Tanker 2. As part of the conditions with that grant, we are required to sell our existing Tanker 2. We are seeking expressions of interest for any one that may be interested in purchasing Tanker 2 from the brigade. If you are interested please message us via Facebook or email your details to [email protected] and further information will be provided and a viewing can be arranged. As the pictures here illustrate, it would be a great purchase. It has low miles, has been well maintained and is in fantastic condition.

22.01.2022 In an emergency, call Triple Zero (000). To contact the police, fire or ambulance in an emergency, call Triple Zero (000) from any telephone in Australia. Calls are free. Stay focused, stay relevant, stay on the line. ... www.triplezero.gov.au/triple-zero/home See more

21.01.2022 It so good to be able to get out and about again! Training this week was done up at the industrial area. We had one of our recruits come along so we did hydrant work (watch out for those red backs), hose work and then we all had a refresher at boosting. Some of our members also took the opportunity to do their Breathing Apparatus Skills Maintenance at the same time. As always it was a great night refining our skills in the lead up to the fire season.

21.01.2022 Don’t leave piles of green waste near your home. Reducing the vegetation around your home is one of the most important things you can do to keep your home safe in a bushfire. www.cfa.vic.gov.au/plan-prepare/how-to-prepare-your-property

21.01.2022 Today, Friday 31st of January 2020 is a day of SEVERE Fire Danger with a TOTAL FIRE BAN. Please Ensure your fire plan is enacted and you are aware of changing conditions throughout the day. Keep up to date by using the CFA website or the Emergency Vic App.... Restrictions apply for certain activities during a Total Fire Ban so please review them here https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/warnings-restrictions/can

21.01.2022 A cold winter morning in Bullengarook... Perfect time to get our appliances out and checked!

21.01.2022 Do you know Your Total Fire Ban District? Victoria is divided into nine Fire Districts which are based on council boundaries. Bullengarook is under the "Central District"... Make sure you always know what fire district you are in whether at home or travelling. www.cfa.vic.gov.au/warnings-restric/find-your-fire-district

20.01.2022 Do you know the difference between a Total Fire Ban and the Fire Danger Period? There are different restrictions that apply in the open air on days of Total Fire Ban and during the Fire Danger Period. Understand the difference between the two to avoid penalties. Total Fire Ban (TFB) Total Fire Bans are declared by CFA on days when fires are likely to spread rapidly and be difficult to control.... Fire Danger Period (FDP) CFA declares Fire Danger Periods by municipalities in the country area of Victoria during periods of increased fire risk. www.cfa.vic.gov.au/warnings-restrictions/can

20.01.2022 Don’t miss out - get your tickets now! Part sales of these tickets will help raise funds for our Brigade.

18.01.2022 Today is an historic day for fire services in Victoria. Today we welcome Fire Rescue Victoria as our new fire and emergency service partner. And today, CFA beco...mes a proudly volunteer fire service. We are skilled, determined and here to serve Victorians now and into the future. We are from the community and for the community. We are CFA. #CFAVic #OurCommunityOurCFA

18.01.2022 Planning for your pets What will you do with your pets on days of high fire danger? When preparing your bushfire survival plan, you also need to plan and prepare for the safety of your pets.... www.cfa.vic.gov.au/plan-prepare/pets-and-bushfires

17.01.2022 Woohoo! Back to monthly training at Bullengarook! It’s been 6 months or maybe more since we all got to head out and do some exercises and we made the most of it last night! The first exercise was a simulated turnout to a Hazmat Incident in the Wombat State Forest where we were confronted with a simulated illegal dumping of toxic chemicals. We were able to rehearse the various HAZMAT processes and procedures such as approaching the incident with correct PPE/PPC , word backs ...and sitreps to FIRECOM, safely identifying the chemicals involved, reviewing HAG sheets and guides and then responding appropriately based on those HAG guides and HAZCHEM codes. Fortunately it’s situation we rarely come across at Bullengarook but a great exercise to practice those skills. After the exercise we completed more preseason drills and readiness training including drafting, hose work, burn over/entrapment and some boosting between our tankers. It has been a while since we were able to get out in the bush and train and it was a night enjoyed by all even with a few surprises throughout the night!

17.01.2022 Today, Thursday 19th March 2020 is a day of VERY HIGH Fire Danger for the Victorian Central District. Please keep up to date with the changing fire conditions at official sources such as www.cfa.vic.gov.au or download the Emergency Vic App.

17.01.2022 Understanding Warnings and Emergency Information. You should never wait to receive an official warning before you leave. Fires can start quickly and threaten homes and lives within minutes. Understand the levels of warnings and don’t expect warnings to be issued in any particular order. The first warning you may get could be an Emergency Warning.... https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/warnings-restrict/about-warnings

15.01.2022 If you're travelling through bush or grasslands, check the conditions for your destination before you go. Listen to local radio for warnings and advice while you’re on the road. Check conditions regularly throughout your stay.... Take the Smart Travellers' Checklist at www.cfa.vic.gov.au/plan-prepare/staying-safe-when-you-travel

14.01.2022 Change your clocks - change your smoke alarm batteries....

13.01.2022 Leaving early is the safest option to protect yourself and your family. Leaving early means leaving the area before a fire starts - not when you can see flames or smell smoke. Your trigger to leave is what prompts you to act. You should use the Fire Danger Rating to determine your trigger. On Severe, Extreme or Code Red days you should not be in a high fire risk area. www.cfa.vic.gov.au/plan-prepare/your-bushfire-plan

13.01.2022 The last of the preseason drills at Bullengarook today! Minimum skills refresh and burn over/entrapment procedures. Well done Issac and Liam at your first crack at drafting!

11.01.2022 Bullengarook CFA had our elections last Thursday and there has been quite the changing of the guard so to speak. Our newly elected officers are as follows; - Captain Phil Challis - 1st Lieutenant Simon Hayward - 2nd Lieutenant Matthew Hunter - 3rd Lieutenant Steve Culos... - Secretary & Community Safety Nicole Culos - Treasurer & Brigade Support Rita Turner - Comms Officer & Health & Safety Andrew Fairmaid - Asset Maintenance Steven Culos - President Gerry Shepherd Congratulations on being elected to your positions everyone! A massive thank you and recognition must be given to three of our outgoing officers; - David Goodie whom has served as 1st Lieutenant since 2000 - Siggy Thiner whom has served as 2nd Lieutenant & President since 2016 & 2004 respectively - Phil Sanders whom has served as Asset Maintenance Officer since 2002 These three members have contributed to the brigade significantly over the last 20 years and leave some big shoes to fill. The service they have provided to the local Bullengarook community cannot be overlooked and we are all thankful for the dedication and commitment they have all shown over the years. Thank you.

11.01.2022 Due to the potential of strong winds tomorrow the planned burn has been postponed until Sunday. Please check https://plannedburns.ffm.vic.gov.au for the latest information. ** Original post **... Heads up everyone. You may see and smell smoke in our local area tomorrow. See more

09.01.2022 Burning off grass, stubble, weeds, undergrowth or other vegetation is generally permitted outside the Fire Danger Period. Consider disposal at your local landfill or in your usual green waste, mulching or, if you’re allowed, you may be able to burn off before summer. https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/pla/how-to-prepare-your-property

08.01.2022 Training at Bullengarook today! Breathing Apparatus (BA) Skills Maintenance for some, drafting & branch work for others. Our three recruits are well through their training now and not far away from becoming qualified firefighters. A wonderful day out in the Wombat to further practice and perfect our skills.

08.01.2022 Tomorrow, Friday 31st January 2020 has been declared a Total Fire Ban for parts of Victoria, Including the Central District. Please go to www.cfa.vic.gov.au to keep upto date with changing conditions.

07.01.2022 Lest We Forget.

07.01.2022 11 years ago today many Victorian communities were faced with the devastation of Black Saturday. Our thoughts are with those who lost their lives and who were affected by this tragedy.

06.01.2022 CFA has received a number of calls from community members regarding bonfires to mark the ‘Spark in the Dark’ event this evening. We appreciate those who are tha...nking our frontline workers, but urge you to keep fire safety front of mind. As today’s conditions are windy in some areas we are urging those who wish to participate to not do so by lighting bonfires or using fire pits. If you are choosing to light a candle, please ensure it is monitored by an adult and extinguished properly. You might like to mark the event by using a torch or outside light. Thank you and stay safe.

05.01.2022 There is another local planned burn tomorrow in Dixon Rd. No need for alarm if you see or smell the smoke.

05.01.2022 Wonder what we at Bullengarook got up to with the rest of the North West CFA region from October to December 2019??? We do much more than just put out fires!

03.01.2022 Worried about the Cononavirus? Stressed about what it means to you and your family? Please check out our 10 tips to reduce anxiety around COVID-19.

02.01.2022 Today, Thursday 30th January 2020 is a day of VERY HIGH Fire Danger for the Central District. Please keep up to date with the changing fire conditions at official sources such as www.cfa.vic.gov.au or download the Emergency Vic App.

01.01.2022 Come down and support this great cause - $10 from each ticket is being donated to Bullengarook CFA.

01.01.2022 What have you packed in your Emergency Kit? Your Emergency Kit should contain essential items - like important documents, water, a mobile phone and charger, medicines and a change of clothes www.cfa.vic.gov.au/plan-prepare/what-to-take-with-you