Darlington Volunteer Bush Fire Brigade in Darlington, Western Australia, Australia | Fire station

Darlington Volunteer Bush Fire Brigade

Locality: Darlington, Western Australia, Australia

Phone: +61 8 9299 7217

Address: Pine Terrace 6070 Darlington, WA, Australia

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24.01.2022 Movember Update: 12 days in and we've surpassed our donation target. Thanks to some great support we've so far raised $3871 towards men's health. If you haven't yet, please consider supporting us in this worthwhile challenge. Shire of Mundaring, Department of Fire and Emergency Services WA, Association Of Volunteer Bush Fire Brigades of WA (Inc)... https://au.movember.com/team/2381444

24.01.2022 It was a lovely day for some photos . Whilst we've remained available to protect and defend the community, next week the Shire of Mundaring lifts some operational restrictions enabling us to start Hazard Reduction Burns and training. Shire of Mundaring, Department of Fire and Emergency Services WA, Association Of Volunteer Bush Fire Brigades of WA (Inc), Western Australia Bush Fire Service

24.01.2022 Next Thursday, October 1st, the Shire of Mundaring moves to its first Restricted Burning period for the coming fire season. From that date a "Permit To Set Fire To The Bush" will be required for lighting any fires during the day (prior to 6pm), for all "running fire" burns, and for piles bigger than 1m2 after 6pm. Permits can be obtained on-line via the Shire of Mundaring website, or from the Darlington Fire station on a Saturday morning between 9am and 10am. Shire of Mundaring

23.01.2022 *Burn Notice* (for Sun 7/6) The brigade is conducting a hazard reduction burn today (Sun 7/6) from approximately 10.30am. The burn is at a private property on Robinson Rd, Darlington, near the cnr of Oxley. There will be smoke in the vicinity so please drive carefully, and be aware of fire trucks and personnel moving around the area.

23.01.2022 *Darlington Santa Run* Santa's elves and helpers have been busily putting together the routes for the Darlington VBFB Santa Run. There will be 2 Santa Runs happening simultaneously; north and south of the Railway Heritage Trail, both leaving the Darlington Fire Station at 4pm this Sunday. If Santa won't be travelling along your street, consider walking to see him nearby, visiting a friend's house along the route, or coming to see Santa at Darlington Oval after his drive (some... time after 5pm). We have also provided for short stops at Leschen Park, Girvan Park, Gladys St, Hubert St and Darlington Station carpark. As well as the maps showing Santa's routes, we will also be providing links to our 'Santa Tracker' app on Sunday, so you will be able to see where Santa is during his drive, and help you plan ahead. For everyone's safety Santa will NOT be visiting along Darlington Rd, Ryecroft Rd, Leithdale Rd and the top of Glen Rd. Thank you for your understanding. Santa will also be travelling along BOTH sides of Lionel Rd, so please don't let your children cross Lionel, we will head north first, then south. Thank you to all of the community members that requested streets for Santa to visit, we had 36 streets suggested. If Santa isn't visiting your street it will be with access and everyone's safety in mind. We hope you understand. See more

23.01.2022 Today, October 1st, is the start of the Restricted Burning Period in the Shire of Mundaring. As of today permits to burn are required for; - lighting ALL fires during the day (prior to 6pm) - any "running fire" through grass or bush (at any time) - multiple piles, or any piles of garden refuse larger than 1 sq/m (after 6pm) * NO burning of any kind is permitted on day when the Fire Danger Rating is VERY HIGH or higher.... Permits can be obtained via the Shire of Mundaring website, or for properties in the suburbs of Bellevue, Helena Valley, Midvale, Greenmount, Swan View, Boya and Darlington (within the Shire of Mundaring) permits are available from the Darlington Fire Station on Saturday mornings, between 9am and 10am. Permits will be required until the commencement of the Prohibited Burning Period on December 1st (unless otherwise notified). Small piles of garden refuse (1 sq/m) may be burnt after 6pm without a permit, but under strict guidelines, including; - a clearance area of 5 metres around each pile - a means of extinguishment is available at the fire - at least 1 person in attendance at all times - only 1 pile alight at any time - fire is fully extinguished by midnight Please register any burn (with or without a permit) with DFES Communications by calling 9395 9209. Shire of Mundaring, Association Of Volunteer Bush Fire Brigades of WA (Inc), Western Australia Bush Fire Service

22.01.2022 5 Days left before the Prohibited Burning period comes in to effect, and the Fire Danger Rating for the Perth Hills/Lower West Inland district, including the Shire of Mundaring, for today (Thu 26/11) is again; *HIGH* - Permits to burn are currently required in the Shire of Mundaring for most fires.... Please take all necessary precautions when undertaking fuel reduction burns, including having cleared areas or firebreaks in place, a means of extinguishing the fire in place, and never leave a fire unattended. ALL burning should be registered with DFES on 9395 9209. Report any out-of-control fires immediately to 000, and report suspicious activity to Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000. See more

21.01.2022 The Fire Danger Rating for the Perth Hills/Lower West Inland district for today (Tue 24/11) is; *VERY HIGH* - ALL burning is prohibited, INCLUDING small piles of garden refuse after 6pm.... - Permits to burn in the Shire of Mundaring are suspended for the whole of today and tonight. - If you see smoke or flames, please call 000 immediately. - Report suspicious activity to Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000. Shire of Mundaring, Perth Hills Fire Chat, Darlington Hub, W.A

20.01.2022 The Fire Danger Rating for the Perth Hills/Lower West Inland district for tomorrow (Tue 24/11) will be; *VERY HIGH* - ALL burning is prohibited, INCLUDING small piles of garden refuse after 6pm.... - Permits to burn are suspended for the whole of Tuesday 24/11. - If you see smoke or flames, please call 000 immediately. - Report suspicious activity to Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000. See more

20.01.2022 *Warning* Sunday 24/5 Due to strong, and and potentially unpredictable pre-frontal winds; *The Fire Danger Rating for the Perth Hills/Lower West Inland for today (Sun 24/5) is VERY HIGH. *DFES has declared a Total Fire Ban for today, until midnight tonight. *The Shire of Mundaring has suspended all existing permits to burn during this period. This includes NOT burning small piles of garden refuse after 6pm.... *This means NO lighting or maintaining ANY fires in the open air, including solid fuel fires for cooking. *If you see any flames or smoke please report it immediately to 000. See more

19.01.2022 Tomorrow, Tuesday December 1st, is the start of the PROHIBITED Burning Period in the Shire of Mundaring. From tomorrow ALL burning is prohibited, including small piles of garden refuse. If you see smoke or flames call 000 immediately. Note down details of anything suspicious before or after a fire and report it to Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000. Start your summer off right by visiting https://mybushfireplan.wa.gov.au/ or download the My Bushfire Plan app, and start preparing your family and your property for the coming bushfire season. Shire of Mundaring, Department of Fire and Emergency Services WA, Association Of Volunteer Bush Fire Brigades of WA (Inc)

19.01.2022 Today is the first day of the PROHIBITED Burning Period in the Shire of Mundaring, and the Fire Danger Rating for the Perth Hills/Lower West Inland district for today (Tue 1/12) continues to be; *HIGH* As we move in to summer we will no longer post messages about High FDR, instead we shall post for Very High FDR or higher.... - ALL burning is now prohibited in the Shire of Mundaring. - Report any sightings of smoke or flames immediately to 000. - Report suspicious activity to Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

19.01.2022 *45 years* of voluntary service... Not from a Brigade, Group or Unit... but from a dedicated individual. Last Saturday we had the absolute honour of presenting long-serving Brigade member Mr David Hughes with his Bush Fire Service of WA Long Service Medal, recognising more than 45 years voluntary service to the community of Western Australia. The Fire & Emergency Services Commissioner, Mr Darren Klemm AFSM was able to present the medal to David, in front of his wife, children...Continue reading

18.01.2022 Come on down! It's the Darlington Arts Festival this weekend, and as always the Darlington Brigade has its bratwurst and sauerkraut tent set up ready to serve you. Have a look around the exhibitions, sample the fare at the "wine tent", listen to some live music, then come see us for your food and drinks. Shire of Mundaring, Western Australia Bush Fire Service, Association Of Volunteer Bush Fire Brigades of WA (Inc), Department of Fire and Emergency Services WA, Darlington Sports & Recreation Association - WA - Inc,

18.01.2022 *Burn Notice* (Sat 28/11) The brigade will be conducting a hazard reduction burn today (Sat 28/11) from approximately 9am. The burn is on a private property towards the Western end of Bladon Way, Swan View, between Churchill Drive. There will be smoke in the vicinity so please drive carefully, and be aware of fire trucks and personnel moving around the area. Shire of Mundaring

17.01.2022 This official brigade page is maintained by volunteers, within a volunteer organisation. We will endeavour to provide timely and authorised information when we can, but be mindful that we may be too busy to access the site at some times. Official information can be found on the following websites; https://www.emergency.wa.gov.au/ https://www.facebook.com/dfeswa/?fref=ts http://www.dpaw.wa.gov.au/manage//prescribed-burning/burns... http://www.bom.gov.au/wa/?ref=hdr http://www.mundaring.wa.gov.au/Pages/default.aspx See more

16.01.2022 The Darlington community celebrated the end of this year's Youth Festival with the annual Darlington Community Bonfire. The Darlington Brigade volunteers are proud to be able to assist by managing the creation, lighting and extinguishing of the bonfire, assisted by the Mundaring SES. Congratulations to the Darlington Sports & Recreation Association for co-ordinating another wonderful afternoon/evening of skate park competitions, live local music, and fun activities. All of th...is tied neatly in with the communities Halloween celebrations. Shire of Mundaring, Association Of Volunteer Bush Fire Brigades of WA (Inc), Western Australia Bush Fire Service, Echo Newspaper https://www.facebook.com/718791701/videos/10158543543246702/ video: Trish Cook photos: Hendrik Raak | Mundaring SES

15.01.2022 The Shire of Mundaring has lifted its restriction on issuing permits to burn. Permits can now be obtained for all running fire burns, any burns during the day prior to 6pm, and piles larger than 1 cubic metre after 6pm. Permits will be required until the end of permit season on Sunday May 31st 2020. BUT, the Shire have now introduced an on-line permit issuing process via their website, and brigades will not be issuing permits direct to the public until further notice. Please ...have a look at the Shire’s website for more information. At this stage the following process will apply; Go to the Shire of Mundaring website - www.mundaring.wa.gov.au, select the Services tab, select Fire and Emergency, select the Permits box, read the instructions then click Permit to Burn Form, complete the form and submit. Small piles of garden refuse can still be burnt after 6pm without a permit, subject to the Shire's normal requirements. Shire of Mundaring, Department of Fire and Emergency Services WA, Association Of Volunteer Bush Fire Brigades of WA (Inc), Western Australia Bush Fire Service, Echo Newspaper

14.01.2022 Just a quick reminder that tomorrow (Thu 1/10) is the start of the Restricted Burning period in the Shire of Mundaring. A permit will be required for the lighting of all fires, except small piles of garden refuse after 6pm (conditions apply). Shire of Mundaring

13.01.2022 From today, June 1st, the Shire of Mundaring moves to the unrestricted burning period. Permits to burn are no longer required, until the introduction of the next Restricted Period. Residents and landowners are now allowed to burn on their properties, subject to weather conditions, but please familiarise yourself with the Fire and Burning Information Booklet found on the SoM website ( https://bit.ly/3cY7HkA ). If you have enquiries about burning, please contact the Shire’s fir...e safety team on 9290 6696, and stay updated with the latest burning information at www.mundaring.wa.gov.au. Shire of Mundaring Department of Fire and Emergency Services WA Association Of Volunteer Bush Fire Brigades of WA (Inc) Western Australia Bush Fire Service Echo Newspaper

12.01.2022 Movember Update: 1 week of Movember to go and we're pushing towards our revised donation target. Thanks to some great support so far, we've raised $6331 towards men's health. Also making us the highest fundraisers in the DFES teams! If you haven't yet, please consider supporting us in this worthwhile challenge. Shire of Mundaring, Department of Fire and Emergency Services WA, Association Of Volunteer Bush Fire Brigades of WA (Inc), Movember Australia... https://au.movember.com/team/2381444

11.01.2022 The Darlington Brigade was recently able to hold its COVID delayed AGM, and the following key Office Bearers were elected for 2020/2021. You may notice a couple of returning names to our leadership team, along with some continuing in their roles, and a few new names stepping up. Captain Gerry Starr, 1st Lieutenant Neil Inwood, President Eric Baldock, Secretary Jana Mackowiak, Treasurer Heather Curley, Team Lieutenants James Connor, Melissa Green, David Lefroy, Chris Kendrick and Colin James, Training Officer Cedric Griffiths, Vehicle Officer Murray Hartzer, Equipment Officer Grant Goodfellow.

11.01.2022 Thank you to all of the people that have nominated streets for our first Santa Run. So far we have had 35 streets suggested, right across Darlington. We plan to have 2 separate teams on the road simultaneously, most likely north and south. There are some significant logistics to work out, including access, safety, traffic, and timing so give us a couple of days to plan. The finalised routes will be published on our page, but we plan to leave the Fire Station at 4pm this Sunday 20th.

10.01.2022 *Warning* Due to the predicted unsettled weather over the weekend, DFES has advised of Total Fire Bans for both Saturday and Sunday. The Shire of Mundaring will also suspend all permits to burn for both Saturday 23/5 and Sunday 24/5. This means NO lighting of ANY fires over the weekend, including small piles of garden refuse after 6pm. If you have lit any fire, or maintained a burn over the past few days it must be checked and FULLY extinguished by midnight tonight. From midnight tonight, until 11.59pm Sunday night, if you see any flames or smoke please report it immediately to 000.

09.01.2022 *Warning* Saturday 23/5 Due to possibly strong, and and potentially gusty pre-frontal winds; *DFES has declared a Total Fire Ban for today (Sat 23/5), until midnight tonight. *The Shire of Mundaring has also suspended all existing permits to burn during this period. This includes NOT burning small piles of garden refuse after 6pm. *This means NO lighting of ANY fires in the open air.... *If you see any flames or smoke please report it immediately to 000. See more

09.01.2022 *Burn Notice* (for Sun 21/6) The brigade is conducting a hazard reduction burn today (Sun 21/6) from approximately 10.30am. The burn is at a private property on Robinson Court, Darlington, near the cnr of Robinson Rd. There will be smoke in the vicinity so please drive carefully, and be aware of fire trucks and personnel moving around the area.

09.01.2022 Last Saturday the Darlington Brigade launched its history book with a gala event attended by dignitaries, special guests and Brigade members past and present. "History of Darlington Volunteer Bush Fire Brigade 1942-2020" is an 84-page, full-colour book full of photos, documents, cartoons, incidents and stories archiving the history and people of the Brigade so far. Authored by Cliff Burns, with major contributions from former Darlington Captain, David Hughes, the book was pub...lished with the assistance of the Darlington History Group and the support of the Shire of Mundaring. The book was launched by Fire & Emergency Services Commissioner Darren Klemm, with commendations from Matthew Hughes MLA, Member for Kalamunda (representing the Minister for Emergency Services, Francis Logan) and Shire of Mundaring CEO, Jonathan Throssell. We are delighted with the quality of the finished product, and are so proud to be able to present the Brigade's history for current and future generations to enjoy. Our book can be purchased directly from the Darlington Brigade for $25. Photos: Erin Jordan / Littlehill Photography Shire of Mundaring, Department of Fire and Emergency Services WA, Association Of Volunteer Bush Fire Brigades of WA (Inc), Western Australia Bush Fire Service, Matthew Hughes Member for Kalamunda, Darlington History Group, Echo Newspaper

08.01.2022 *Burn Notice* (for Sat 11/7) The brigade is conducting a hazard reduction burn today (Sat 11/7) from approximately 10am. The burn is at a private property on Viveash Road, Swan View, between Murchison Drive. There will be smoke in the vicinity so please drive carefully, and be aware of fire trucks and personnel moving around the area.

08.01.2022 - Medals & Memberships - At our Brigade meeting last week we had the great pleasure of presenting some long service medals to 2 senior firefighters, and promoting some new members. We were joined by Shire of Mundaring CESM Jamie, who presented Captain Gerry with both his WA Bush Fire Service 15 yr Long Service Medal and Shire of Mundaring Life Membership Medal (15 yrs), and Deputy Lieutenant Neil with his VFRS 20 yr Long Service Medal. Brigade President Eric and Training Offi...cer Cedric then confirmed the promotion of 5 new members from trainee/probationary members to active firefighters. Congratulations to Jake, Daniel, Michael, Clancy (not pictured) and Cadet Toby (not pictured). Shire of Mundaring, Department of Fire and Emergency Services WA, Association Of Volunteer Bush Fire Brigades of WA (Inc), Western Australia Bush Fire Service, Volunteer Fire & Rescue Services Association of WA Inc, Echo Newspaper

07.01.2022 *Burn Notice* (for Thu 25/6) The brigade is conducting a hazard reduction burn today (Thu 25/6) from approximately 3.30pm. The burn is at a private property on Robinson Court, Darlington, near the cnr of Robinson Rd. There will be smoke in the vicinity so please drive carefully, and be aware of fire trucks and personnel moving around the area.

05.01.2022 **Important Message** Today, Tuesday December 1st, is the start of the PROHIBITED Burning Period in the Shire of Mundaring. - From today ALL burning is prohibited, including small piles of garden refuse. - If you see smoke or flames call 000 immediately. - Note down details of anything suspicious before or after a fire and report it to Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.... - Start your summer off right by preparing or updating your bushfire plan. Go to https://mybushfireplan.wa.gov.au/, or download the 'My Bushfire Plan' app, and start preparing your family and your property for the coming bushfire season. Shire of Mundaring, Department of Fire and Emergency Services WA, Association Of Volunteer Bush Fire Brigades of WA (Inc), Western Australia Bush Fire Service, Echo Newspaper, Perth Hills Fire Chat

05.01.2022 Movember Update: The final push with 1 day to go of Movember. The Darlington brigade is only a few hundred dollars short of the amazing milestone of $10,000. Please dig deep and help us achieve this fantastic target, and support men's health programmes. Thanks to all of our great supporters so far, we are also still leading the DFES teams challenge! If you haven't yet, please consider donating to this worthwhile community fundraising challenge by following the link below. Shi...re of Mundaring, Department of Fire and Emergency Services WA, Association Of Volunteer Bush Fire Brigades of WA (Inc), Movember Australia, Echo Newspaper, Western Australia Bush Fire Service https://au.movember.com/team/2381444

04.01.2022 Don't forget Santa is on his way this afternoon, and his helpers at Darlington VBFB will soon be getting ready to give him a grand tour of Darlington. There will be 2 Santa Runs happening, north and south of the Railway Heritage Trail, leaving the Darlington Fire Station at 4pm. Our technical boffins are busy setting up the links to our 'Santa Tracker' app so you will be able to see where Santa is during his tour, and help you plan ahead. We will post these, as well as the maps showing Santa's routes, shortly before we depart the Fire Station. *Finally, please understand that protecting the community is our highest priority. Should the Darlington Brigade be called to any incidents this afternoon, we may need to cancel, cut short or modify Santa's tour of Darlington, so we can respond to any emergency.

03.01.2022 At our recent AGM the Brigade honoured 6 of our members with Long Service awards. Between them, these 6 gentlemen have accrued over 175 years of volunteer service to the community... YES, that's right over 175 volunteered YEARS of serving the community, shared by 6 quiet, unassuming, but proud men. We were joined by the Shire of Mundaring Chief BFCO, Jamie O'Neill who presented the awards. Please join us in thanking; Neil Hawkins - 10yr BFB Long Service Medal (on top of 25 ye...ars service with the VFRS) Richard Dymond - 15yr BFB Long Service Medal Eric Baldock - 1st Clasp to the National Medal (representing 25yrs service) Nigel Brown - 30yr BFB Long Service Medal Eddie Pawlowitsch - 35 BFB Long Service Medal Hedley Symons - 35yr BFB Long Service Medal Congratulations to you all. Shire of Mundaring, Department of Fire and Emergency Services WA, Association Of Volunteer Bush Fire Brigades of WA (Inc), Echo Newspaper

03.01.2022 The Fire Danger Rating for the Perth Hills/Lower West Inland district, including the Shire of Mundaring, for today (Thu 24/9) is; *HIGH* Please do not light any fuel reduction burns today as the winds are too strong.... Report any out-of-control fires immediately to 000, and report suspicious activity to Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000. See more

03.01.2022 The Fire Danger Rating for the Perth Hills/Lower West Inland district for today (Sun 20/12) is again; *VERY HIGH* - ALL burning is prohibited. If you see smoke or flames, please call 000 immediately.... - Report suspicious activity to Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000. How fireproof is your bushfire plan? Bushfires are unpredictable, and the single biggest killer is indecision. What will you do if there is a bushfire? Visit https://mybushfireplan.wa.gov.au/ and make a plan today. Shire of Mundaring

01.01.2022 The other, non-theatrical commemoration today is International Fire Fighters Day. Held on St Florian's Day, the patron Saint of firefighters, it is a day for us to remember those that gave the ultimate sacrifice for their community. Normally celebrated in Perth with a service at the Firefighters Grove memorial in Kings Park, unfortunately cancelled this year, DFES have instead produced this video to help us all remember and reflect. International Firefighters' Day, Department of Fire and Emergency Services WA, Association Of Volunteer Bush Fire Brigades of WA (Inc), Western Australia Bush Fire Service, Shire of Mundaring, Echo Newspaper

01.01.2022 The Fire Danger Rating for the Perth Hills/Lower West Inland district for today (Sat 19/12) is; *VERY HIGH* - ALL burning is prohibited. If you see smoke or flames, please call 000 immediately.... - Report suspicious activity to Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000. How fireproof is your bushfire plan? Bushfires are unpredictable, and the single biggest killer is indecision. What will you do if there is a bushfire? Visit https://mybushfireplan.wa.gov.au/ and make a plan today. Shire of Mundaring