Bunyip Fire Brigade in Bunyip, Victoria | Community organisation

Bunyip Fire Brigade

Locality: Bunyip, Victoria

Address: Pearson St 3815 Bunyip, VIC, Australia

Website: http://bunyipfire.org.au/

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25.01.2022 Horses and Fire: preparing for the coming fire season Webinar CFA has been invited to participate in a Horses and Fire Webinar, this is targeted to horse owners in bushfire / grassfire risk areas (that’s pretty much all), the webinar with be hosted by Abbey's Run Equestrian and co-hosted by Lee Manning AgVic, April Padbury CFA and guest speaker Moyna Smeaton. Interested; you can find out more information and register through Eventbrite at the following. www.eventbrite.com.a...u/e/horses-and-fire-preparing-for-the-c Date and Time Thu, 8 October 2020 7:00 PM 9:00 PM

24.01.2022 Training this week incorporated boosting, BA skills maintenance, hose handling and teamwork, oh and not to mention helping the local netball club clean their courts. Great effort from both community groups working together. #bunyipcfa #bunyipcommunity

23.01.2022 Thousands of loved ones are still with us because a brave bystander stepped in. Today we’re launching ‘Shocktober’ and asking all Victorians to learn CPR + fin...d their nearest AED. To find the AED near you head to the link in our stories #shocktober #easyasaed #moretocome

22.01.2022 Today we pause to remember the dedicated men and women who have died serving their community. #NationalPoliceRemembranceDay #NeverForgotten

22.01.2022 Overnight, all news channels have been removed from Facebook. This has affected many pages you may use. This is a good time to ensure that you’re not reliant on social media and are subscribed to the Vic Emergency app for emergency updates: https://www.emergency.vic.gov.au/

21.01.2022 Are the kids bored, maybe some cool games from Captain Koala! https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/kids-schools/puzzles-and-mazes

21.01.2022 Did you know the flame temperature of a bushfire can reach 1100c? It will be too late to make a plan when a fire is approaching. Be prepared and know what you’ll do in the event of a fire. #PlanActSurvive

21.01.2022 Spontaneous ignition is the leading cause of haystack fire in Victoria, and just one damp bale is enough to ignite a haystack. There are a number of things you ...can do to minimise the likelihood of a haystack fire starting on your property, including: Make sure hay is well cured before bailing Know the history of the hay you purchase Keep haystacks to a limited size Monitor moisture and temperature of your hay regularly Watch for unusual odours - such as pipe tobacco, caramel, burning or musty smells. Keep your haystacks safe as the weather starts to warm

20.01.2022 As summer approaches, now is the time to prepare and #getFireReady. Be sure to download the Vic Emergency App on your smart phone or tablet to have all the latest warnings and incident information at your fingertips. This is an essential tool for those living in high risk areas. The app can be tailored to create watch zones relevant to your home location and other places you frequently visit. 1. Download the Vic Emergency App from the App store or Play Store... 2. Create a login and password 3. Login and set up a new watch zone 4. Either use your exact residential address or just type Bunyip as the origin of the watch zone 5. Choose a watch radius for receiving notifications. We recommend a minimum of 5km but 10km is probably better. Remember the larger your radius, the more notifications it will pick up in that search area (even those outside of Bunyip) and the more notice you may have of any impending incident or occurring event. 6. Hit the next button and give your new watch zone a relevant name (you can have multiple watch zones in different locations if you like) 7. Scroll down to the incidents heading and under the Fire Tab, we recommend that you turn on the All fire Incidents tab as a minimum. 8. Customise and choose which other categories/notifications you wish to receive (as a general rule we don’t get too many shark sightings or tsunamis in Bunyip so you can probably leave those ones turned off ) 9. If you find you are receiving too many or not enough notifications you can increase/decrease your watch radius or turn on/off some of the incident notifications Don't hesitate to contact us at the brigade if you need assistance. Stay Safe

19.01.2022 Are restrictions in place yet Will they come in before Will I receive notice (min 2 weeks) Can I still burn off (safely) now Should I burn off on days ... Do I need to follow council bylaws Can I burn off any day see above Do I need to register my burn off What’s the number 1800 668 511 Where can I get more information https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/plan-prepare https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/warnings-restrictions/can https://www.cardinia.vic.gov.au/burningoff

19.01.2022 Deciding where to go when you leave early on a high fire risk day should be part of your plan If you do not have friends or relatives in low-risk areas who you can visit, consider community facilities such as libraries, shopping centres or cinemas.

19.01.2022 Can you help? We are looking for a local electrician to assist in quoting and installing exterior lighting to our station. If you can assist in this project, please contact Steve on 0401 480 035, thanks.

18.01.2022 Planning a backyard BBQ this sunny weekend? If your BBQ has been in hibernation over winter, there's a few simple safety checks you'll need to do before firing it up... (or you might end up with more than a few burnt snags).

18.01.2022 Looking to support the Fire Brigade? Orders are being taken now for these fantastic Captain Koala mascots. Christmas? Price $20 each or ‘Super CK Special’ 5 for $100 (bargain) with limited numbers available. ... Please send us a private message with quantity and your contact number, we will confirm your order and collection in the coming months. #bunyipcfa

18.01.2022 Early morning Training with Edithvale MCV (Mobile Command Vehicle) this appliance offers a central command and communication for large fires. Offering weather, satellite and 4g communications along with mapping, scene lighting and cameras with thermal imaging. Thanks to Edithvale, Tynong and Nar Nar Goon members for attending an informative morning. #bunyipcfa

17.01.2022 Did you know we have 24hr Public Access ‘Automated External Defibrillator’s’ (AED’s) around our area? These devices are accessible by any member of the communit...y at anytime of the day in the event of a SCA (Sudden Cardiac Arrest). You don’t need to be medically trained to use the device and they are very easy to use with audible voice prompts. When combined with CPR the chances of the patients survival can dramatically increase. Please take note of your nearest AED location along with these 24hr access devices: Tynong Fire Brigade Garfield Post Office Bendigo Bank Bunyip Cannibal Creek Recreation Reserve (Garfield North) Tonimbuk Equestrian Centre, 370 Sanders Rd, Bunyip North Nar Nar Goon Fire Brigade Always ring 000 in the event of an emergency. For further information on this project contact 0435305569

16.01.2022 Road Safety Week is an opportunity to highlight the devastating impact motor vehicle collisions have on our loved ones and our first responders. CFA responded t...o a total of 4,350 motor vehicle collisions last year and during the warmer months we saw an increase on the monthly average. We know Victorians are making plans to get back on the road this weekend and over summer. We are asking you to make sure every journey you make is a safe one.

16.01.2022 Brigades across Cardinia Shire will be conducting important safety training in preparation for the upcoming FIre season.

15.01.2022 AED’s save lives

15.01.2022 Like our fire fighters, the members that monitor this page and our private messages are all volunteers. If you require assistance in an emergency, please dial 000

15.01.2022 If you live near dense forest, bush, grassland or the coast, you need to prepare your property for bushfire. Tackle some of those jobs this weekend! *Check current COVID restrictions for your area on the DHHS website www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/coronavirus

13.01.2022 Thousands of Victorians are still with us because a brave bystander stepped in. Every day around 18 Victorians will have a cardiac arrest, with only 1 in 10 sur...viving. Bystander intervention has the greatest impact on improving that rate. Did you know that performing CPR and using an AED lifts the chances of surviving a cardiac arrest by 68%? October is now dubbed 'Shocktober', as Ambulance Victoria encourages all Victorians to learn CPR and locate their nearest AED. #shocktober #easyasAED

13.01.2022 Remember to REGISTER YOUR BURNOFF online at https://firepermits.vic.gov.au or by phone on 1800 668 511.

12.01.2022 Please show these guys some support, they certainly support the Fire Brigade and our Community.

12.01.2022 Change your clock + check your smoke alarm! As we move our clocks forward this Sunday, how about checking your smoke alarms? These pesky things that beep, go off unexpectedly, don't match our decor, also save lives. https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/plan-prepare/fires-in-the-home

12.01.2022 Download the App that could save your life. Emergency+ is a FREE national app developed to help people call the right number in an emergency at the right time,... from anywhere in Australia. How it works - - Uses GPS functionality already built into smart phones to help a Triple Zero (000) caller provide critical details of their location to mobilise emergency services quickly - ‘what3words’, is a software enhancement allowing callers to provide their exact location quickly and accurately with just three words - It has a ‘pin drop’ function to locate and report an emergency more accurately - Includes CPR videos to equip people with lifesaving skills - Allows international students and international travellers in Australia to access the Emergency+ app Download the free emergency+ app today!

12.01.2022 Are you travelling this weekend? Make sure you know what to do in the case of a bush or grassfire! Check Fire Danger Ratings for your journey and destination and make sure you've packed a fire ready kit for your car. Be prepared to change plans on Severe or Code Red days

11.01.2022 Now is the time to start preparing your property for Fire Season. We have three small jobs you can do this weekend*. *Check current COVID restrictions for your area on the DHHS website. www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/coronavirus

11.01.2022 Notice to local residents that a number of brigades will be conducting training exercises this Saturday around the areas of Garfield North, Tynong North, Tonimbuk and surrounds. You can always stay informed of any local emergency through the usual outlets. #bunyipcfa

10.01.2022 Big shout out to ‘Ned’ for dropping off some Hand Sanitisers for our Brigade Members. We certainly appreciate the donation and support. https://nedwhisky.com.au/goodwill/

09.01.2022 Yesterday we had four of our Bunyip members help with a fuel reduction burn at RJ Chambers Flora and Fauna Reserve in Pakenham Upper. These burns help reduce fuel loads and provide valuable training. Great work from Jason, Steve, Russ and Shane. #bunyipcfa #WeWorkAsOne

09.01.2022 This page is run by volunteer members of the Bunyip Fire Brigade and is not monitored. If you have an emergency that requires the Fire Brigade, dial (Triple Zero) 000. For local information https://www.emergency.vic.gov.au

09.01.2022 Do you know how to perform CPR? Or use an AED? Join Mike on Thursday 15 October and learn to save a life. Simply RSVP to the link below, can't wait to see you there https://www.facebook.com/events/2832969527028090/

07.01.2022 You are invited to a Zoom Webinar on Horses & Bushfires on 29th Nov from 6pm. If you are a horse owner or operate horse agistment or equine training services then this Webinar is for you. The following topics will be covered by an experienced horse owner and CFA educator:... The local fire risk Information and warnings Some general bushfire safety information Your horse and bushfire safety Preparing your property Your bushfire survival plan Register in advance for this webinar: https://au01web.zoom.us//register/WN_03elyyMsRCaU5qNuHYdM5Q*

06.01.2022 Don’t get caught out last minute deciding what to take when facing a fire risk situation. Prepare your emergency kit of essentials now and talk to your household about what you will all do to stay safe from fire should one occur

06.01.2022 FIRE RESTRICTIONS WILL COMMENCE 1.00am ON MONDAY 14TH DECEMBERFIRE RESTRICTIONS WILL COMMENCE 1.00am ON MONDAY 14TH DECEMBER

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04.01.2022 Today Victoria Police have launched Operation Safeguard calling on all Victorians to please be aware of activities you do throughout summer which may cause fires. Careless behaviour could lead to causing a bushfire with devastating consequences. Take extra care this fire season when lighting recreational fires like campfires, conducting burn-offs or using machinery. Keeping our communities safe from bushfire is a shared responsibility.

02.01.2022 Are the kids driving you round the twist? Try out these great coloring sheets.

01.01.2022 Everyone in Victoria who lives near dense forest, bush, grassland or the coast needs to prepare their property for bushfire. Below are some tips from Captain Koala on preparing your property: Roof gutters - Keep gutters and roof areas clear of leaf litter. Leaf litter in guttering is a ember ignition point. Keep grass short - Keep grass cut to less than 10cm. Fire can ignite and travel quickly through long grass. Mowing and slashing can greatly reduce fine fuel levels.... Leaves and Twigs - Get rid of dry grass, leaves, twigs and loose bark. Less fuel = less fire. Prune shrubs -Prune lower branches of shrubs to separate from surface fuels underneath. Prune shrubs well away from branches of mature trees. Cut back branches - Cut back overhanging tree branches close to property no branches in 10m space. For more information on preparing your property please see here: https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/plan-prepare #CKDoesSummerPreparation #LessFuelEqualsLessFire #PlanAndPrepare #CleanUpBeforeABushfireDoes