Golden Square Fire Brigade in Golden Square, Victoria | Fire station

Golden Square Fire Brigade

Locality: Golden Square, Victoria

Address: 260 High Street 3555 Golden Square, VIC, Australia

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25.01.2022 Golden Square members are sick to death of our station being vandalised and broken into or items damaged. This evening members discovered our 112 year old facade with black graffiti all over it. In recent weeks we have had a number of items stolen or damaged on our station site.... Please if you know anything or see anyone suspicious around our station please call Bendigo police The Bendigo Advertiser Gold Central Victoria Triple M Bendigo Eyewatch - Bendigo Police Service Area

23.01.2022 On Monday the 2nd of November crews from Golden Square and Kangaroo Flat Fire Brigade responded to a grass and scrub fire along the train line in Golden Square. Eyewatch - Bendigo Police Service Area would like to speak to the 2 men that assisted in putting the fire out. If you have any information please contact Crime Stoppers Victoria on 1800 333 000 or Bendigo police station on 5448 1300.

23.01.2022 Having a BBQ this Grand Final day? Then please make sure your BBQ is in safe working order by following these simple steps - - If a fire occurs, don’t try to extinguish the flames if it is not safe to do so. Call Triple Zero and turn off the gas at the meter or cylinder, but only if you can do so safely.... - Do not use barbecues in windy conditions as the burners may blow out, risking a gas leak. - Check the LP gas cylinder on your barbecue before you turn it on. A cylinder must not be refilled if it hasn’t been tested for more than 10 years or if the cylinder has been damaged. - Have your gas cylinder tested and ensure you use a licensed gasfitter. - You can exchange LP gas cylinders at a reputable supplier. - Check the hose to make sure it has not deteriorated. - Check the connections to make sure they are tight and that the O rings are in good condition and have not cracked or split. - Use your barbecue in a clear space. Never use it indoors or in a confined area and ensure there is adequate clearance from walls, fences, and other property. - Cook with barbecue utensils and wear an apron to protect yourself from hot fat. - Remove excess fat from the barbecue after each use to prevent fires. See more

22.01.2022 At the 11th hour, of the 11th day, of the 11th month...we will remember them! At 11 am on 11 November 1918 the guns on the Western Front fell silent after more than four years of continuous warfare. They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old; Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn. At the going down of the sun and in the morning. We will remember them.

18.01.2022 Last night a crew from Golden Square and Fire Rescue Victoria’s station 73 responded to a fire in a laundry. The home owner arrived home to find there had been a fire in their laundry and called 000 but due to basic fire science and closing the laundry door the fire was unable to take hold and self extinguished due to a lack of oxygen. Crews ensured there was no fire extension into the rest of the house and returned to station. ... This is perfect example as to why you should close the doors to rooms that aren’t being used, especially whilst you aren’t home as it can reduce the fire progression throughout the property and always have working smoke alarms.

18.01.2022 Today is a Total Fire Ban A Total Fire Ban has been declared for the Mallee, Wimmera and Northern Country fire district for today, Saturday 28 November 2020. Golden Square and the COGB are located in the Northern Country Fire district with a Fire Danger Rating of SEVERE. ... No fires can be lit, or be allowed to remain alight, in the open air from 12:01 AM on Saturday 28 November 2020 until 11:59 PM Saturday 28 November 2020. CFA advises people living in areas at risk of fire to activate their bush fire plan! Find out what you can and can't do on a Total Fire Ban day here: https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/warnings-restrictions/can

17.01.2022 Now is the time to prepare a Emergency kit for the upcoming fire season. 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... for more information on what to pack please visit; www.cfa.vic.gov.au/plan-prepare/what-to-take-with-you

16.01.2022 This Saturday Golden Square members will be at the fountain rattling tins to raise funds to go towards replacing equipment and our future station build. Golden Square Fire Brigade relies on donations to help provide specialist equipment as well as maintain equipment that we currently have. If you see us this weekend please feel free to throw us some donations.

15.01.2022 Time is running out to prepare your property! The Fire Danger Period for the City Of Greater Bendigo will commence at 0100 on the 30th of November 2020. Restrictions during the Fire Danger Period -... - Once the Fire Danger Period comes into effect, CFA and Victoria Police have a ZERO-tolerance approach to any fires caused by negligent behaviour. - CFA can issue permits for certain circumstances during the FDP. There are very strict conditions attached to these permits and the liability sits with the permit holder to ensure they always act safely. - Lighting a fire in the open during Fire Danger Period without a permit is an offence and can bring a penalty of over $19,000 and/or 12 months imprisonment. - Burning off: A written permit is required to burn off grass, undergrowth, weeds or other vegetation during the FDP. This permit may be issued by the Municipal Fire Prevention Officer or the CFA District Office. Please check with your municipality in the first instance. - BBQ's and fires for cooking and warmth do not require a permit, but must be lit in properly constructed fireplaces. - Equipment & Machinery: The use of an incinerator, chainsaw/lawn mower, welding/grinding equipment and vehicles that come in contact with vegetation and machinery with an internal combustion/heat engine are permitted provided certain conditions are followed. CFA’s Can or Can’t I? (cfa.vic.gov.au/can) guide answers questions about restrictions during Fire Danger Period and on days of Total Fire Ban.

13.01.2022 What a great day to be out fundraising!! Suns shining, traffics flowing and our members are loving being out! If you see our members whilst your out and about please say hello and donate

07.01.2022 Total Fire Ban The States first TFB has been declared for the 2020/21 fire season. Now is the time to start preparing before its to late. A Total Fire Ban has been declared for the Mallee fire district tomorrow, 15 November 2020.... No fires can be lit, or be allowed to remain alight, in the open air from 12:01 AM on Sun, 15 Nov 2020 until 11:59 PM Sun, 15 Nov 2020. Check what you can and can't do on a TFB day here: www.cfa.vic.gov.au/can

06.01.2022 Tomorrow is a Total Fire Ban A Total Fire Ban has been declared for the Mallee, Wimmera and Northern Country fire district for tomorrow, Saturday 28 November 2020. Golden Square and the COGB are located in the Northern Country Fire district with a Fire Danger Rating of SEVERE. ... No fires can be lit, or be allowed to remain alight, in the open air from 12:01 AM on Saturday 28 November 2020 until 11:59 PM Saturday 28 November 2020. CFA advises people living in areas at risk of fire to activate their bush fire plan! Find out what you can and can't do on a Total Fire Ban day here: https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/warnings-restrictions/can

06.01.2022 What is your bushfire survival plan? Victoria is one of the most fire prone areas in the world. If you live near areas that have significant bush, forest or long grass, then you need to plan ahead for the fire season.... A written and preferably well-practised plan will help you remember what needs to be done during a crisis.

06.01.2022 Today we take time to pay our respects to those that have paid the ultimate sacrifice and also to the past and currently serving Defence Force Members. They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old; Age shall not weary them,... nor the years condemn. At the going down of the sun and in the morning We will remember them. Lest we forget.

05.01.2022 Today Golden Square Fire Brigade welcomed Maree Edwards MP to our station to announce that the Brigade will be receiving approximately 2.5 million dollars to go towards a new fire station. On top of the 2.5 million the Victorian Government is also giving an additional $150,000 to ensure our current site is suitable to work out of until our new station is built. Golden Square Fire Brigade are extremely grateful for this announcement as our current site has outgrown the Brigad...e. Our new station will be a couple of years away still but there is light at the end of the tunnel! Thank you to the community for their support whilst we sort funding.

05.01.2022 Happy Mother’s Day to all the Mother’s out there! Mothers play a major part in the CFA both in operational and non operational roles. We hope you have all had a wonderful day.

04.01.2022 DO NOT DRIVE THROUGH FLOOD WATERS! If you need assistance due to storm damage please call the Victoria State Emergency Service on 132 500 or if you need assistance due to a life threatening event call 000. Severe Weather Warning ... for HEAVY RAINFALL and DAMAGING WINDS For people in Mallee, Northern Country, North Central, Wimmera and parts of Central, East Gippsland, South West, North East and West and South Gippsland Forecast Districts. Issued at 10:51 am Wednesday, 7 October 2020. HEAVY RAIN DEVELOPING OVER NORTHERN VICTORIA WEDNESDAY WITH DAMAGING WINDS TO FOLLOW ACROSS THE ALPS. Weather Situation: A low pressure system will deepen over northernwestern Victoria this evening before tracking south during Thursday. HEAVY RAINFALL which may lead to FLASH FLOODING is forecast to develop across western and central parts of the warning area late on Wednesday before extending to the northeast ranges early on Thursday. 6 hourly rainfall totals of 30-50mm are possible into the early hours of Thursday. A Flood Watch is current for North East Victoria. DAMAGING WINDS, averaging 60 to 70 km/h with peak gusts of around 90 to 100 km/h are expected to develop about eastern Alpine areas from early on Thursday morning. Winds are likely to ease slightly during the afternoon, however the potential for damaging gusts will remain. Winds are expected to ease below warning threshold overnight into Friday morning. Locations which may be affected include Mildura, Horsham, Bendigo, Shepparton, Seymour and Maryborough. The State Emergency Service advises that people should: * Be aware that trees that have been damaged by heat or fire may be unstable and more likely to fall when it is windy or wet. * Be aware that in fire affected areas, rainfall run-off into waterways may contain debris such as ash, soil, trees and rocks. * Be alert that in areas recently affected by fires, heavy rainfall increases the potential for landslides and debris across roads. * Check that loose items such as outdoor settings, umbrellas and trampolines are safely secured and move vehicles under cover or away from trees. * Stay indoors and away from windows. * If outdoors, move to a safe place indoors. Stay away from trees, drains, gutters, creeks and waterways. * If driving conditions are dangerous, safely pull over away from trees, drains, low-lying areas and floodwater. Avoid travel if possible. * Stay safe by avoiding dangerous hazards, such as floodwater, mud, debris, damaged roads and fallen trees. * Stay away from fallen powerlines always assume they are live. * Stay informed monitor weather warnings, forecasts and river levels at the Bureau of Meteorology website, and warnings through VicEmergency.

03.01.2022 Tomorrow our members will be at the fountain in town rattling tins to raise money for our Brigade. Golden Square members use these funds to upgrade equipment, buy new vehicles and this year majority of our fundraising will go towards our new station which the state government announced funding for last year. These funds will allow for additions to the standard build. ... If you see us in town come over for a chat, discuss fire safety with us and if your interested in joining we can also discuss your options Don’t forget those donations

03.01.2022 It’s that time of year again! Now that your clocks have hopefully gone forwards please ensure you change your smoke detector batteries. Only working smoke alarms save lives!

03.01.2022 It’s nearly game time and the weather outside is perfect for a safe BBQ and fire pit whilst watching the game! Who’s gonna win? Tigers = ... Geelong = See more