Glen Forrest Volunteer Bush Fire Brigade in Glen Forrest, Western Australia, Australia | Fire station

Glen Forrest Volunteer Bush Fire Brigade

Locality: Glen Forrest, Western Australia, Australia

Phone: +61 8 9298 8936

Address: 55 Hardey Road 6071 Glen Forrest, WA, Australia

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25.01.2022 The Fire Danger Rating for the Shire of Mundaring (Lower West Inland) for the 24th November 2020 is VERY HIGH. Burning is NOT permitted, this includes pe...rmit holders and those wanting to burn a small pile after 6pm. ALL fires call 000, for warnings and incidents go to www.emergency.wa.gov.au Want to know this information by text message? Shire of Mundaring has a free SMS service which you can sign up to here: https://www.mundaring.wa.gov.au//Pag/FireNotification.aspx

24.01.2022 For the latest information, please visit: www.wa.gov.au/government/coronavirus-covid-19

23.01.2022 We are here at The Blue Sky festival in Mundaring at Sculpture Park. A wonderful day out and a chance to find out about getting better prepared. Come and say h...i We are also with Glen Forrest Volunteer Bush Fire Brigade, Mt Helena Voluntary Bush Fire Brigade, Sawyers Valley Volunteer Bush Fire Brigade Inc. and the Australian Red Cross - Emergency Services Western Australia A big shout out to the Mundaring Community Bank Branch for the free shade today - very much appreciated.

23.01.2022 Crews and trucks from Glen Forrest brigade were mobilised to the Red Gully bushfire this morning If you are not prepared for a bushfire, do not leave it to the last minute. Waiting until a fire is already burning is too late. Make your plan now at www.mybushfireplan.wa.gov.au

22.01.2022 Don't be a fool. Today is the day to check your smoke alarms and change the batteries. Only working smoke alarms save lives.

21.01.2022 || WINTER BURNING WORKSHOPS || Registrations are now open for our annual winter burning program. FREE workshops run from June through to September 2020... Learn how to safely reduce fuel loads on your property Taught by Shire officers and qualified local brigade members To register and be notified of upcoming workshops, email: [email protected]

20.01.2022 Restricted Burning Period in the Shire of Mundaring begins 1 April 2020. Please take note of the special conditions that will apply. For more information, call the Fire and Burning Information Line 9290 6644 or visit bit.ly/38p3cxK.

20.01.2022 Permits to burn are now available via the Shire of Mundaring website. We are currently unable to issue permits from our station due to COVID-19 social distancing requirements.

19.01.2022 We would like to again publicly thank the following people and businesses (in no particular order) for their generous donations to make our 70th Anniversary Open Day on Saturday possible. We appreciate all of your support! IGA Glen Forrest Glen Forrest Dental Care Glen Forrest Bakery JB Butchers... Glen Forrest Pharmacy Benchmark Auto Electrical Glen Forrest Motors KIAH for HAIR Glen Forrest Gourmet Glen Forrest Liquor Store - Bottlemart Matthew Hughes Member for Kalamunda Orange Plumbing Glen Forrest Physiotherapy Glen Forrest Takeaway LJM Electrical WA Hills Natural Health Centre Vandra Stenton Close to My Heart Consultant Richard and Lyn Woldendorp Dee Constable Caitlin Jamieson Deb McQuire Nicola Ritter Shire of Mundaring Department of Fire and Emergency Services WA See more

19.01.2022 Its not too late to give your Valentine the gift of safety - it's hotter than it sounds, we promise Visit www.dfes.wa.gov.au/firechat for the goods

18.01.2022 Its National Volunteer Week 2020! Last night saw these Perth landmarks illuminated red to mark the occasion. This years theme is Changing Communitie...s. Changing Lives. and it reflects the amazing efforts made by over 26,000 emergency services volunteers in the WA community 24 hours a day, seven days a week and 365 days a year. A special shout-out to our amazing crew leader (Crew 2 ) Dirk Griffiths at Glen Forrest Volunteer Bush Fire Brigade who has completed 30 years of service as a volunteer Firey as well as somehow fitting in 23 years as an Ambo THANKYOU . #NVW2020 ABC Perth Department of Fire and Emergency Services WA Shire of Mundaring Glen Forrest Volunteer Bush Fire Brigade See more

18.01.2022 || HAZARD REDUCTION BURN IN GLEN FORREST || Wednesday 26 August Please be advised that Fire Protection Officers will be conducting a hazard reduction burn to...day in the Richard Watson Hardey Reserve in Glen Forrest, on the corner of Hardey Road and Strettle Road. Burning will start at approximately 10am and should be finished by around 3pm. Users of the reserve are asked to avoid this section during and after these times as there may be hot spots and falling debris. The area will be patrolled in the next few days. #ShireofMundaring #GlenForrest

18.01.2022 Damaging winds, averaging 50 to 60 km/h with peak gusts up to 100 km/h are possible about the hills tonight. Keep up to date as the situation changes. Find the latest warnings: www.emergency.wa.gov.au Keep an eye on the weather: bit.ly/2WRuj0x Find your local ABC Radio Station: ab.co/2XnaMnU... If you need SES assistance call 132 500 See more

16.01.2022 There will be a prescribed hazard reduction burn in land reserve south of Jellicoe Road and east of Glen Forrest Drive today Wednesday 14 October. It will commence at 9:00 am and continue throughout the day. There will be smoke, firefighters and fire trucks in the area. To see locations of active prescribed burns and permit-held private burn-offs, visit www.emergency.wa.gov.au

16.01.2022 Don’t be an April Fool! If you haven’t checked your smoke alarm, hop to it tomorrow. Only working smoke alarms save lives.

15.01.2022 Thank you to the community for your outreaches of support over the past couple of weeks. Shout out to Viv and the team Glen Forrest Gourmet with assistance from Michelle at Glen Forrest Takeawaythey provided us with a yummy breakfast on Saturday morning supported by ‘pay it forward’ donations. Thank you to the Laing family and friendswho gifted us a handmade card, two gift cards to stock up our station pantry and a box of chocolates. We have also received beverages, homemad...e biscuits and other donations from people whose names we don’t know. Thank you all. The response to the Wooroloo bushfire was a huge team effort from dozens of brigades, stations, groups, units and agencies working together. If you wish to support the families affected by the bushfire, donate to The Lord Mayor’s Distress Relief Fund at www.appealswa.org.au.

15.01.2022 Anyone with information regarding bushfires and arsonists is urged to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or make a report online at www.crimestopperswa.com.au

15.01.2022 It's National Volunteer Week! Did you know...

14.01.2022 The trucks are decorated, and Santa is almost here. We’ll be setting off at 2:00 PM. Click the link for live tracking of the tour. glympse.com/0F0N-HMQP

13.01.2022 Did you know we're now on Instagram? Follow us instagram.com/glenforrestfirebrigade

13.01.2022 Pending the authorisation of his G2G Pass travel declaration, Santa is coming to Glen Forrest! We will be guiding Santa on a tour of Glen Forrest on Saturday 12th December. If you would like him to visit your street with us, post your street name in the comments. We will work hard to visit as many streets as we can while fitting in with Santa's tight schedule.... We will post more information closer to the date.

12.01.2022 Although not all crew were able to attend, last week we managed to get some of the brigade together for the 2020 brigade photo. Thanks to John and Colette of Skyworks WA for donating their photographic services.

12.01.2022 Be ready for the bushfire season Presented by the Shire of Mundaring Community Safety and Emergency Management team in two parts, the webinars will replace the Test Your Bushfire Survival Plan Facebook event hosted by Shire of Mundaring in recent years. These interactive webinars will include an opportunity for participants to ask questions and help people prepare themselves and their properties for this summer and future bushfire seasons.... 1 Webinar 1 https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/shire-of-mundaring-bushfire - What is the FBFLN for and about - What is the purpose of a firebreak? - What’s an APZ - Fuel Loads (ladder/vector fuels) - Hazard Reduction Burning Pro’s/Con’s (winter burning, best time to burn, brigades doing burns) - Shire services/roles in mitigation and preparedness (FHIO/FPO/Brigades) - Seasonal outlook, what is this summer going to look like - Fire Danger Ratings, What do they mean? How are they determined? - Total Fire Bans/Harvest Vehicle Movement Bans (who,what,when,where,how) - Meanings of warnings, Advice, Watch and Act, Emergency Warning - Emergency Warning System/SMS, how does it all work why don’t I get them/get them - Communications (NBN, Telstra etc.) 2 Webinar 2 https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/shire-of-mundaring-bushfire - Brigade structures (local government/DFES and how it all ties in) - How many appliances and equipment is in the shire and what are their capabilities - What brigades need you to do to assist them - How to volunteer and where to go - Importance of having a bushfire plan - What things should you consider, route, triggers equipment and PPC/E - Evacuation Centres, how are the chosen who does what - Animals and Evacuation. What can I do with them? - Recovery, what does it mean? How does it work - Red Cross Perth Hills Preparedness Project

12.01.2022 Happy International Women’s Day! Women across emergency services are sharing the challenges they overcome every day to raise awareness of gender bias and inequa...lity. From the frontline to behind the scenes, we are so incredibly thankful for all the remarkable women leading positive change while keeping our community safe. Your service provides important visibility and inspires hope and confidence, empowering women across WA.

11.01.2022 We encourage anyone conducting a burn during the Restricted Burning Period to make a quick call to the DFES Communications Centre on 9395 9209 and register the burn just before lighting it. This will help to prevent emergency false-alarms. The burn will also appear on Emergency WA www.emergency.wa.gov.au. During the Restricted Burning Period in the Shire of Mundaring, residents may burn a single 1m x 1m pile of garden refuse after 6:00 pm. Conditions apply - visit bit.ly/2DzIEEA for more information.

11.01.2022 The Burning Allowed period in the Shire of Mundaring begins today, Monday 1 June 2020. For more information on burning periods, visit bit.ly/2XOIRNT If you're planning a burn, check out the new Burn SMART resources from the Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES). Plan smart. Burn SMART. dfes.wa.gov.au/plannedburning... Department of Fire and Emergency Services WA | Shire of Mundaring

10.01.2022 Spring prescribed burning is underway. If you are affected by smoke, or suffer from asthma, here's what you need to know.

10.01.2022 Today is the inaugural 'Thank a First Responder Day'. Its hard to put into words just how much the individuals in our emergency services mean to us. Over thous...ands of kilometres from our capital city to the remotest corners of our State, those individuals step up to make a difference. Our devastating summer that drew the attention of the rest of the world seems so long ago, considering all that has happened since. First responders have continued to adapt to these challenges to protect and care for those in need. Thank you for battling fires both on our own doorstep and helping our fellow Australians over east, thank you for braving the storms, cyclones and floods and thank you for selflessly facing rough seas to make sure we are safe. This sentiment of thanks is a shared one, and the gratitude is evident in the heartfelt messages we see from the community everyday. Here are just a few of those messages from this past season. #FirstResponderDay #ThankAFirstResponder

10.01.2022 Lest we forget.

10.01.2022 Station Tours, Sausage Sizzles, Raffles, Historic Fire Engines, Current Fire appliances, and rides on the worlds smallest fire truck. There is something for everyone at the Glen Forrest Volunteer Bushfire Brigades 70th anniversary celebrations today. Come on down.

09.01.2022 Shire of Mundaring will move to the Restricted Burning Period on Thursday 1 April. However, due to unfavourable conditions, permits to burn will not be available until further notice. During the Restricted Burning Period, landowners may burn a 1sqm pile of garden refuse after 6 pm, with strict conditions in place. Find out what they are here: https://bit.ly/39lLqxa

09.01.2022 RECRUITING: FIREFIGHTERS If you live in Glen Forrest or the close surrounding area and youve thought about stepping forward and joining the team to become a volunteer Firefighter, we'd love to hear from you! No experience is required as training is provided. For more information, please visit: https://dfes.vol.org.au/opportunity?opp=135292

09.01.2022 The hazard reduction burn at Richard Watson Hardey reserve is complete, but there may be some smouldering activity inside the burn perimeter for the next few days. Thanks, SWORD Volunteer Fire & Emergency Services for providing a Light Tanker and crew to assist us yesterday.

09.01.2022 HAZARD REDUCTION BURN Commencing at 9:00 am Saturday 31 October, there will be a prescribed hazard reduction burn at a reserve near Hardey Road and Thomas Road in Glen Forrest. There will be smoke, firefighters and fire trucks in the area.... To see locations of active prescribed burns and permit-held private burn-offs, visit www.emergency.wa.gov.au Shire of Mundaring

08.01.2022 RESTRICTED BURNING PERIOD 1st of April 2020 the Shire of Mundaring will be in the RESTRICTED burning period until midnight the 31st May. It is a lit...tle bit different this year so please read and share the information below. With current circumstances we can all understand that Emergency Services or anyone for that matter should exercise SOCIAL DISTANCING and not come into contact with others unless absolutely necessary. It is therefore necessary to put in place special SOCIAL DISTANCING measures in relation to the Restricted Burning period and the issuing (or otherwise) of Permits. To limit the exposure/interaction the following conditions have been set out. 1. NO PERMITS will be issued until further notice (we encourage you to plan your burns for the open burning period when permits are not required) 2.Residents may burn if needed after 6pm so long as the following conditions are followed. 1sqm piles of garden refuse may be burnt without a permit between 6pm and 11pm ALL piles must be FULLY extinguished before midnight. (fully extinguished means no heat, smoke or steam and no white ash present where the fire was situated) and re-checked the next day There MUST be one adult person/s in attendance at all times, with running water able to reach 2 metres past any pile. Ensure smoke is managed and you notify your neighbours. Keeping in mind COVID-19 is a respiratory virus/disease, we dont want to aggravate those who may be sick, asthmatic or vulnerable having to expose themselves and others by going to the hospital/doctors for care. NO burning if the Fire Danger Rating is VERY HIGH or ABOVE 3. Fire Control Officers will be ACTIVELY patrolling the shire to ensure burning is not occurring during the day. Thank you in advance for your cooperation, take care and look after each other.

07.01.2022 We will be conducting a hazard reduction burn on private property near FLORA ROAD in HOVEA tomorrow Wednesday 4 November. It will commence at approximately 11:00 am and continue throughout the day. There will be smoke, firefighters and fire trucks in the area. To see locations of active prescribed burns and permit-held private burn-offs, visit www.emergency.wa.gov.au

07.01.2022 Last Friday, we came together to thank and farewell three highly valued and long time members. Paul, who after 17 years of service, is moving over east. Ian, who also gave 17 years to the community and Ann, who is stepping down after seven years in the position of Treasurer.

07.01.2022 Over 90% of WA is bushfire prone and bushfires happen every year. The single biggest killer is indecision. How fireproof is your plan? Find out in 5 minutes at www.mybushfireplan.wa.gov.au or download the app.

06.01.2022 We know when that hotline bling, that can only mean one thing

06.01.2022 People have asked how they can help with the bushfire devastation our country is facing right now. These are some of the legitimate places you can donate. Red Cross Disaster Relief and Recovery... www.redcross.org.au/cam/disaster-relief-and-recovery-donate NSW Rural Fire Service www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/volunteer/support-your-local-brigade CFA Victoria www.cfa.vic.gov.au/about/supporting-cfa SA Country Fire Service www.cfs.sa.gov.au/site/home/how_you_can_help.jsp Image from NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration

06.01.2022 A poem for those who need a gentle reminder... . . . .... https://www.mundaring.wa.gov.au//Pages/Burning_Periods.aspx *Small print: Fire is not always 'red'. Our flashing lights are red as well as blue. That technically isnt a poem.* Shire of Mundaring | Department of Fire and Emergency Services WA

05.01.2022 Our crews have been working around the clock for the past week at local incidents as well as multiple shifts at the Red Gully, Wundowie and Beechina bushfires. You can still do your bit by having a bushfire plan at the ready Start your plan here: www.mybushfireplan.wa.gov.au

04.01.2022 SANTA RUN MAP Here is the map of our tour with Santa tomorrow. The tour will start at around 2:00 pm. Don't worry if your street is not on the route as Santa will be stopping off at the Train Park at M.J Morgan Reserve at the end. We have squeezed in as many streets as possible with Santa's tight schedule. A link to 'Santa Tracker' will be available tomorrow, where you will be able to see where we are on the route.

04.01.2022 Shout out to Make Tracks 4x4 Accessories in Midland for giving us a significant discount on a new air compressor for our Light Tanker appliance. An air compressor is an essential piece of kit for us when off-road driving. We often need to deflate our tyres when accessing fires in difficult terrain such as sand. We now have an air compressor for each of our appliances. That means they can now be more independent, not having to rely on being together to re-inflate tyres.

04.01.2022 Slow Down, Move Over No matter which road you’re traveling down in WA, the SLOMO law requires you to slow down to 40 km/h when approaching emergency vehicles who are attending an incident. It’s as much for your safety as it is for ours.

04.01.2022 This prayer is traditionally read at our Firefighter Memorial Service, which is usually held on a Sunday nearest to International Firefighters' Day. These word...s are a fitting tribute to those who have embodied what it truly means to be a firefighter, to risk their lives for the safety of others. Today, we honour those individuals who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty.

04.01.2022 The Prohibited Burning Period in the Shire of Mundaring begins from 1 December 2020. All burning, including garden refuse piles is prohibited during this period. For more information, visit https://bit.ly/2XOIRNT

04.01.2022 If you see suspicious activity around emergency water tanks, please report it to Police.

04.01.2022 "A lot of fatalities in bushfires are caused by people who just leave the decision to leave far too late." With unique access to Australia's emergency services, first responders and local communities, Big Weather (and how to survive it) is three-part mini-series filmed over one intense summer. The mini-series explores how our weather is changing and what we can do to survive it. It starts tonight at 8.30 pm on ABC TV + iview

03.01.2022 After more than six years of service to Glen Forrest Volunteer Bush Fire Brigade, our wonderful Treasurer, Ann, will soon be stepping down and retiring from the role. So, we begin the task of finding our new Treasurer. The Treasurer is part of the management committee of the brigade. The Treasurer's role is to manage the finances of the brigade, including receiving and depositing monies, maintaining records and presenting account reports at each monthly meeting (where there are snacks and drinks provided at the end). There are no pre-requisites for the role as we can teach you everything you need to know. It probably totals an average of a few hours per month in terms of time commitment. Please share this with anyone who might be interested in the role. If youre interested, please email our Secretary at [email protected]

03.01.2022 We are participating in the Containers For Change recycling deposit scheme! Donating your containers is a great way to give money to a good cause. Donate the refund from your returned containers, by using our Scheme ID: C10316948. For more information, visit containersforchange.com.au/wa.

02.01.2022 It is going to be hot start to the long weekend Burning off is not allowed when the Fire Danger Rating is VERY HIGH or above. Including 1sqm piles after 6:00 pm. The Fire Danger Rating in the Perth Hills is forecast to be VERY HIGH this Friday and SEVERE on Saturday. For more information about burning in the Shire of Mundaring, please visit bit.ly/2DzIEEA.

02.01.2022 Do you know the different Bushfire Warning Levels and what they mean? Understanding the differences can help you decide what your triggers are to leave or to defend. If you dont know what those triggers are yet, have a 5 minute Fire Chat with your family today at www.dfes.wa.gov.au/firechat... . Department of Fire and Emergency Services WA | Shire of Mundaring

02.01.2022 Think your home isn't at risk from bushfire? Think again. No matter where you live, you need a plan. Visit www.firechat.wa.gov.au .... . . Department of Fire and Emergency Services WA | Shire of Mundaring See more

02.01.2022 In case you hadn't heard, we are currently undergoing planning for an upgrade and extension to our fire station. Generous local resident, Val, will be holding a garage sale at 8 Cecil Street Glen Forrest on Sunday 2 February from 10:00 am - 4:00 pm. Val says:... "All the money raised will be donated to the brigade for their refurbishment. There will be some men's clothes and lots of women's, some hardly worn, some Asian, and many vintage and evening dresses. Also costume jewellery, scarves, fabrics, books, CDs, DVDs and bric-a-brac. Nothing will be priced we are hoping people will give generously in exchange for each object from small coins to large notes as appropriate! It's a good cause. Please tell your friends and neighbours." Thanks, Val!

01.01.2022 We responded to a report of a small fire near a power pole on Smith Street this evening. Thanks to the quick thinking of passers-by, the fire was under control when we arrived. A Total Fire Ban has again been declared for tomorrow, Saturday 9 January, for areas including the Shire of Mundaring. Report fire to Triple Zero (000)

01.01.2022 You can register your burn-off with DFES on 9395 9209. This is not compulsory, but it helps to prevent false alarms. For more information, visit http://bit.ly/2DzIEEA

01.01.2022 What Falcon said!

01.01.2022 HAZARD REDUCTION BURN Commencing at 12:00 pm today Wednesday 20 May, Glen Forrest brigade will be conducting a Hazard Reduction Burn at a reserve near Taree Street and Thomas Road in Glen Forrest. There will be smoke, fire crews and fire trucks in the area. Motorists should exercise caution.... To see locations of active prescribed burns and permit-held private burn-offs, visit www.emergency.wa.gov.au