Gisborne Fire Brigade in Gisborne, Victoria | Non-profit organisation

Gisborne Fire Brigade

Locality: Gisborne, Victoria

Phone: +61 3 5428 2596

Address: 31 Robertson St 3437 Gisborne, VIC, Australia

Website: http://www.gisbornecfa.com/

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25.01.2022 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.

25.01.2022 Love it or hate it, daylight saving starts tomorrow Clocks go forward by one hour at 0200. As always this is a timely reminder to change the batteries in your smoke alarms. Working smoke alarms save lives.

25.01.2022 The Melbourne Firefighter Stair Climb is an annual charity event that sees Firefighters and other Emergency Service Personnel come from all over Australasia and the world to compete and fundraise for Depression, PTSI and Suicide. The event simulates the actions of a firefighter entering a burning high rise building, wearing full structural firefighting protective clothing, and wearing Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA). Other Emergency Service Agencies represented incl...ude the Police, State Emergency Service, Forest Fire Management and Ambulance, all of which climb in the personal protective clothing and equipment relevant to their agency. The 7th Annual Melbourne Firefighter Stair Climb, due to the restrictions imposed by COVID-19, will be a virtual event. Our participating members will be racking up the steps by hiking practicing social distancing and climbing up and down steps at home. Please support our Firefighters by donating via the link: https://www.firefighterclimb.org.au/donatio//cfa/gisborne/

25.01.2022 Check out this inseparable duo's Mo progress! Firefighters Jordan Whitefield and Joel Wood are passionate about raising awareness for mens health which include Mental health, suicide prevention, PTSD, prostate cancer and testicular cancer. We have so far raised $150, we have a set goal of $1,411 which is the average number of men who lose their life each year to health problems or mental health. ... So please support us in this important cause by donating to our official Movember page here: https://movember.com/m/14049033?mc=1

24.01.2022 With only a couple days of Movember left, we are getting close to our target of $1,411 with our current total sitting at $790! Firefighters Lt Bevan Moody, Joel Wood, Jordan Whitefield and Tim Reid are pretty chuffed with their mo progress so far! (Well we are a bit suss about Tim's!?) Please support us reach our goal by donating to our official Brigade Movember page here:... https://movember.com/m/14049033?mc=40

23.01.2022 A vital infrastructure upgrade for the community!

22.01.2022 Message from CFA Chief Officer: While we are potentially looking at fewer prolonged fires this season, this doesn’t mean you can be complacent. You need to start preparing your properties and planning for fire season when it hits. Make it a goal to prepare your property before the full fire season begins ...

21.01.2022 This second video provides information on how to prepare your garden, sheds, and paddocks for bushfire

21.01.2022 The Gisborne Fire Brigade facilitate a Junior Development Program for children aged between 11 and 15 years of age. The Junior Development Program provides safe, enjoyable and challenging activities for the youth and best of all it is FREE!! Some of the activities can include:... Practical firefighting drills Map reading and radio use First aid training Fundraising Fire safety awareness Community service Leadership development Fire brigade competitions and championships We are now accepting applications for 2021. The program will start on Thursday 4th February and will be held every Thursday evening during School terms between 7pm & 9pm. If you have children interested in joining the program please contact our Junior Coordinator Brent Hunter on 0417763620. For more information about the Junior Development Program follow the the link: https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/volunteer-care/junior-volunteers

21.01.2022 Yowzaa!! Our virtual stairclimbers did a mountainous effort today climbing 3136 stairs from Macedon to Mount Macedon Cross. With only one week til 'stairs down', the Gisborne Brigade climbers would be grateful for any further donations to assist their fundraising efforts towards mental health support agencies.... A big shout out to Gisbus, Tony Wade and our Junior CFA member Kimberly Wade for providing transport for our firefighters today. You can donate to the Virtual Melbourne Firefighter Stair Climb here: https://www.firefighterclimb.org.au/donatio//cfa/gisborne/

19.01.2022 This year the Gisborne Fire Brigade is celebrating its 75th anniversary as a Urban Brigade. On this day in 1945 the Country Fire Authority officially registered the Gisborne Fire Brigade. Please have a read of our history article that we published earlier this year here: https://www.facebook.com/277633070361/posts/10158570406720362/... Sit back, enjoy and you may recognise some faces! A big thank you to Firefighter Di Dale and her husband Matt for putting the video together. Also thank you to Mary Ritchie and Leanne O'Connor for collating historic photos of the brigade.

19.01.2022 Eight members from the Gisborne Fire Brigade were notified last month by the Country Fire Authority Honours & Awards department that they will be receiving a Bushfire Emergency Citation along with a letter from the Premier of New South Wales accompanied with a Certificate co-signed by the Premier and Commissioner Shane Fitzsimmons. The 2019-2020 bushfires were the worst in the living memory of the state of New South Wales. The catastrophic conditions impacted life, communiti...es, property and the environment on an unprecedented scale. The dedication, selfless actions and sacrifice with which so many responded will not be forgotten. The following firefighters will be receiving the Citation; Group Officer Ian Hay Lieutenant Bevan Moody Tom Ruff Doug Peart Geoff Phegan Dawn Whittall Jordan Whitefield Steve Bezzina The members will receive the Citation in November, the insignia of the Citation is a rectangular silver framed navy-blue bar featuring a red stripe to signify the bushfire event, and the NSW State Flower (Waratah). Each Firefighter worked in various parts of the state undertaking a wide range of fire suppression and fire prevention activities. GO Ian Hay was the first to be deployed in early November 2019 as a Strike Team Leader, leading a convoy of five trucks they engaged in aggressive asset protection and fire suppression around the Glen Innes area. Tom Ruff and Geoff Phegan were tasked with back burning operations on the Carrai East complex fire just north of Kempsey, they were assigned to the Cootamundra Rural Fire Service (NSW) truck and also assisted with asset protection in the area. Lt Bevan Moody and Jordan Whitefield were deployed just as NSW entered a State Of Emergency, as such they were flown by the Royal Australian Air Force and were based at the Richmond Air Base for five days. They undertook aggressive back burning operations to save the town of St Albans and engaged in asset protection fire suppression around the Colo Heights area. Doug Peart and Steve Bezzina conducted back burning operations around the Braidwood area over period of 3 days. Dawn Whittall provided peer and community support to firefighters and members of impacted communities in various parts of NSW which included Grafton and Port Macquarie. (Photo from L-R; Lt Bevan Moody, Jordan Whitefield, Tom Ruff, GO Ian Hay, Dawn Whittall, Steve Bezzina, Doug Peart. Absent: Geoff Phegan.)

17.01.2022 Going camping ? Here’s how to set up a camp fire.

15.01.2022 In consultation with Brigades throughout the Macedon Ranges, Council have lifted the burning off restrictions for the month of October 2020 for land less than 4,000 square metres (one acre). When burning off, remember the following: You must not cause a nuisance to neighbours... Register your burn off by calling 1800 668 511 Monitor weather conditions, especially wind Never leave a burn unattended Monitor burn for at least 7 days after extinguished See more

15.01.2022 Gisborne Firefighters are well underway building up their steps for the Virtual Melbourne Firefighter Stair Climb! This year due to COVID-19 restrictions we will not be climbing the Crown Metropol building in full structural and breathing apparatus gear. Instead our participating members will be racking up the steps throughout the month of September in various ways, from climbing stairs at home or hiking around the Macedon Ranges.... Please support this important cause by donating via the link below https://www.firefighterclimb.org.au/donatio//cfa/gisborne/

15.01.2022 *COMMUNITY INFORMATION* Forest Fire Management Victoria are currently conducting a planned burn in the Toolernvale area. Smoke may be visible from nearby communities.... For more information please visit: https://plannedburns.ffm.vic.gov.au/burn-site/3009479

14.01.2022 Gisborne firefighters are in training to take part in the seventh annual Melbourne Firefighter Stair Climb to raise funds for mental health, only this time the challenge will be a virtual one. https://www.firefighterclimb.org.au/donatio//cfa/gisborne/

13.01.2022 THUNDERSTORM ASTHMA ALERT The Victorian Department of Health & Human Services have issued an alert for the risk of epidemic thunderstorm asthma today. Those at increased risk should:... Avoid exposure to any storms that may emerge, especially the wind gusts that precede them. Have a reliever appropriately available. Remind themselves of their asthma action plan and have practical knowledge of the four steps of asthma first aid. ASTHMA FIRST AID www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au//co/asthma-emergency-first-aid. To find out more about epidemic thunderstorm asthma and view the forecast visit: https://bit.ly/32Oc8LZ.

13.01.2022 Sharing a post from Gisborne SES - Strong winds hitting the Macedon Ranges Shire tomorrow as a cold front moves through. Please take a look at the advice provided If you see debris on the road or require emergency assistance in floods and storms, please contact the SES on 132 500... For life-threatening situations, please call triple zero (000)

12.01.2022 This year has been one of unknowns, change, challenges and adapting to a new normal. Lets be real - it has been tough and we are yet to know what the rest of the year will bring. While we don't need a specific day to remember to support each other - R U OK Day is a reminder that it is OK to not be OK and there are people who can help. If someone has been down for more than 2 weeks or is at risk contact a professional... These might include: Lifeline: 13 11 14 Beyond Blue: 1300 11 4636 Suicide Call Back Service: 1300 659 467 Mensline Australia: 1300 78 99 78 CFA Wellbeing Support Line: 1800 959 232

12.01.2022 Coming up Monday. Do not forget to register

12.01.2022 Thanks Mt Macedon Brigade - good advice for all in the area

12.01.2022 Several Victorians have already been killed this year by failing trees during severe weather events, and multiple trees have already fallen over roads throughou...t the Macedon Ranges amidst today’s windy conditions. With a severe weather warning in place for strong and gusty damaging northerly winds over the next few days in our area, the risk of falling trees is again elevated and the Victoria State Emergency Service have issued the following advice. Be aware that increased moisture in the soil from recent rain may have compromised tree structures. Trees impacted by recent storm events may have dislodged branches or weakened structures which only elevates the risk Monitor conditions and remain vigilant to the risk on Saturday. If you are outdoors and there are strong winds, avoid walking or sitting underneath trees. Monitor conditions and try to time your exercise or visit to the park outside of the strongest winds. The safest place to be during a storm is indoors Avoid unnecessary travel - don’t be on the road if you don’t have to particularly in leafy areas. If you must be on the roads please drive to the conditions. If you encounter fallen trees or debris over local roads, or require emergency assistance due to storm damage please contact the SES on 132 500. For life-threatening situations, please call Triple Zero (000).

12.01.2022 Thankyou Gisborne SES, for the weather warning.

12.01.2022 PLEASE BURN WITH CAUTION Unfortunately two burn-offs took off today in the Macedon Ranges - while one was luckily extinguished by the property owners in K...yneton before CFA crews arrived, the other in Malmsbury spread quickly and burnt out-of-control until the big red fire trucks rolled in. Don’t get caught out on warm, breezy days and let your bonfire become a bushfire - check the weather, register your burn, monitor conditions and have plenty of water on hand for extinguishment. And of course, if your burn-off does spread out-of-control and you’re unable to extinguish it quickly, call Triple Zero (000) for help from us immediately - we’d much rather tackle a small burn than a big fire. Register your burn www.cfa.vic.gov.au/contact/register-your-burn-off. Make sure you’re burning-off safely www.cfa.vic.gov.au/plan-prepare/burning-off. Check Macedon Ranges Shire Council requirements www.mrsc.vic.gov.au//Fire-Emergencies/Fire-Heat/Burning-Off. : Midland Express

12.01.2022 Wow, so much has happened this year that it seems unbelievable that next Tuesday is the first day of spring. Yes ... I can hear the smiles and cheers coming across the internet In light of this, how about taking a few minutes to listen to an interview by Radio KLFM with the CFA North West Community Education Coordinator, Paul Tangey about preparing your property for the upcoming fire season. Paul has a lot of experience in this area and has useful information to share.... Click on the image below. It seems only a little while ago we were covered in a smokey haze from the last fire season. Getting in a bit early with your fire plan and property preparation is always a good idea. Key messages from interview include: Make a list and start early in cleaning up leaves and debris around your property Clean out gutter and eaves - make this a priority Start a conversation with your family about your fire plan noting that a well practiced plan is a useful plan More information to come. For the time being stay safe and remember that COVID-19 restrictions still apply. Take Care Gisborne Community

11.01.2022 This week is Women's Health Week, a great chance to check in on your health and wellbeing. With the extra stress that COVID-19 is placing on everyone's lives at... the moment, there's no better time than now to take stock of your health and make positive changes. For more information on Women's Health Week, visit womenshealthweek.com.au.

11.01.2022 The sun is out and spring is her so while we are still at home a bit more during COVID, how about taking a couple of hours each weekend to prepare your property for summer. Get the whole family involved During September stay tuned for key preparation activities you can undertake before the bushfire season. ... For further information go to How to Prepare Your Property www.cfa.vic.gov.au/plan-prepare/how-to-prepare-your-property See more

10.01.2022 Warm weather and sausage sizzles go together likes peas and carrots. Before you light up please consider these few BBQ safety tip reminders from the CFA

08.01.2022 This morning our flags will fly at half mast from 10.30am until precisely 11.02am to commemorate Remembrance Day. Every year at the eleventh hour on the eleventh day of the eleventh month we pause for a minute to remember the service, courage and sacrifice of those who have served their country. We pause to remember those who lost their lives in the line of duty and those who fought for the freedoms we have today. LEST WE FORGET

08.01.2022 Good Morning Gisborne, please be mindful of the weather warning today for severe winds. Today and tomorrow are not good days for burning off. Please consider the safety of yourself and the community putting off your burn off to another day

06.01.2022 INTERNATIONAL DAY OF SIGN LANGUAGES Today is International Day of Sign Languages, which aims to highlight the importance of sign language as a form o...f communication for Deaf people around the world. In December and January, we undertook Australian Sign Language (Auslan) and Deaf Awareness training so we could improve accessibility and better communicate with the Deaf and Hard of Hearing members of our community. To the Deaf community we wish you all a Happy International Day of Sign Languages! For Auslan and captioned videos on the preparatory, response and recovery stages of natural hazard emergencies such as floods and storms follow the links below: http://auslanemergency.com.au/ http://deafemergencyinfo.com.au/ #internationaldayofsignlanguages #signlanguagesareforeveryone #Deafcommunity #Auslan #inclusion #vicses

05.01.2022 Can you believe it folks .... possible snow tomorrow and a pretty chilly weekend ahead. Please take care in hazardous conditions coming up If you require urgent help due to storm or flood damage, make sure you contact the Victoria State Emergency Service on 132 500 for emergency assistance from our colleagues in orange.

05.01.2022 This final video provides information on how you can help emergency services access your property in the event of a bushfire

05.01.2022 THE FIRE DANGER PERIOD FOR MACEDON RANGES WILL COMMENCE ON MONDAY 14 DEC 2020 More information can be found on the CFA website here: www.cfa.vic.gov.au//restrictions-during-the-fire-danger-pe. If you still need to burn-off, please ensure all burns are registered by phone on 1800 668 511 or online via https://firepermits.vic.gov.au/, carefully monitored and fully extinguished upon completion.

04.01.2022 While we head into fire season, don't forget working smoke alarms are necessary for all Victorian households, all year round. We heard from Greg, a member from Selby Fire Brigade (CFA) who is hearing impaired and has a special system installed to ensure they can make a safe escape if a fire occurs in their home.

04.01.2022 Going for a day trip, long weekend escape or even a month long road trip? It doesn't matter how long your trip is, if you plan to visit high risk fire locations, check the fire danger ratings for your destination daily #PlanActSurvive

01.01.2022 You may have seen our post earlier in the week of Joel Wood and Jordan Whitefield who are both active firefighters for the Gisborne Fire Brigade and this year are taking part in Movember alongside many other Gisborne brigade members. Here is their full story; Movember is a global fundraiser making a difference in mental health and suicide prevention, prostate cancer and testicular cancer.... So far the brigade has raised over $560 and has set a goal of reaching $1,411 by the end of Movember, 30 November. Firefighter Joel Wood said the brigade set this goal as it’s the average number of men who lose their life each year to health problems or mental health. This is my second year taking part in Movember, Joel said. There’s a big group of us who take part and this year there’s around eight. Joel has been with CFA for almost 15 years and started as a junior firefighter. Movember is an important reminder for men to not be afraid to talk about their health, especially with their close mates. They’re the ones who are going to look after you the most and push you to get things checked if you’re not feeling one hundred per cent. They’ll hold you accountable because they’re’ the ones who care about you the most. For me, each year it’s sort of been something that we all felt passionate about, Joel added. Last year it hit home because my grandfather was in the later stages of prostate cancer and two days after we finished he passed away. This year probably means a little bit more to me for that reason. For Firefighter Jordan Whitefield this is his first year taking part in Movember. This year is particularly important to focus on your health, Jordan said. With everything that’s going on and the stresses that this year’s brought, it’s definitely more important than ever. Make sure you go get things checked out and don’t wait till it’s too late, make sure you look after your mental health as well. CFA has currently raised over $10,000 for Movember and hopes to beat last year’s grand total of $29,242. You can donate to the Gisborne Fire Brigade and follow their journey on their Movember page. https://movember.com/m/14049033?mc=40 Money raised will go towards funding and delivering mental health services and help meet Movember’s goal of reducing male suicide by 25 per cent by 2030.

01.01.2022 As Victorians start to take advantage of warmer weather and eased restrictions, we must remember to stay vigilant. More than a quarter of bushfires are started ...by escaped private fires, such as burn-offs or campfires Always check restrictions before lighting any type of fire, ensure you have adequate water on hand and make sure your fire is extinguished properly. It’s your responsibility to plan and prepare for fire