Ballan Fire Brigade

21/04/2026

03/04/2026

We’re cooking up a storm at Bunnings Ballarat today! 🌭

Swing past, grab a snag, and say hello 👋
Cold drinks, good food, and great company — what more do you need?

👉 Every sausage helps support the brigade, so bring your appetite and your mates!

03/02/2026

Shared 810 pm Tuesday 3rd February. Please check VicEmergency website for most up to date information.

**Update: This warning is no longer current. Stay informed: www.emergency.vic.gov.au **

WATCH & ACT - BUSHFIRE - Not Safe to Return
Incident Location: Greendale
Issue Date: Tuesday 03 February 2026, 08:08 pm
Next Update: Wednesday 04 February 2026, 08:00 am

This Watch and Act message is being issued for Bullengarook, Greendale, Lerderderg.
- It is Not Safe to Return to Bullengarook, Greendale, Lerderderg.
- There is a bushfire at Obriens Road in the Lerderderg State Forest that is not yet under control.
- The bushfire is travelling from Obriens Road to the Chadwick Campground in an easterly direction.

If you left the Chadwick Campground area, it is Not Safe to Return. Be aware of potential dangerous bushfire and tree hazards.

What you should do:

If you have not already left:
- Stay where you are and avoid dangerous bushfire and tree hazards.
- Check you have enough food, drinking water and medications - if you do not, phone Triple Zero (000) for assistance.
If you have already left:
- Do not return to your home until a Safe to Return notification is issued.
- Register at a relief centre so your friends, family and authorities can be informed that you are safe.
- Stay informed by listening to emergency broadcasters and monitoring warnings.

03/02/2026

Shared 7:40pm Tuesday 3rd February. Please check VicEmergency website for most up to date information.

**Update: This warning is no longer current. Stay informed: www.emergency.vic.gov.au **

WATCH & ACT - BUSHFIRE - Leave Now
Incident Location: Greendale
Issue Date: Tuesday 03 February 2026, 07:26 pm
Next Update: Tuesday 03 February 2026, 11:30 pm

More details at http://emergency.vic.gov.au/respond/ #!/warning/41108/moreinfo

This Watch and Act message is being issued for Bullengarook, Lerderderg.
- There is a bushfire at Greendale that is not yet under control.
- The bushfire is travelling from Obrien's Road in an easterly direction towards the Chadwick Campground.
- This fire is 80 hectares in size.

Don't wait, leaving now is the safest option - conditions may change and get worse very quickly. Emergency services may not be able to help you if you decide to stay.

03/02/2026

Shared 7:40pm Tuesday 3rd February. Please check VicEmergency website for most up to date information.

**Update: This warning is no longer current. Stay informed: www.emergency.vic.gov.au **

EMERGENCY WARNING - BUSHFIRE - Leave Immediately
Incident Location: Greendale
Issue Date: Tuesday 03 February 2026, 07:16 pm
Next Update: Tuesday 03 February 2026, 09:20 pm

More details at http://emergency.vic.gov.au/respond/ #!/warning/41107/moreinfo

This Emergency Warning is being issued for Blackwood, Greendale, Lerderderg.
- There is a bushfire at Greendale that is not yet under control.
- The bushfire is travelling from Obriens Road in a easterly direction towards Chadwick Campground.
- Chadwick Campground could be impacted anytime within the next hour.
- This fire is 80 hectares in size.

Leaving immediately is the safest option, before conditions become too dangerous.

Emergency services may not be able to help you if you decide to stay.

Those located at the Chadwick Campground should travel to Bacchus Marsh using Bacchus Marsh Road.

26/01/2026

A Total Fire Ban has been declared for the whole State of Victoria on Tuesday 27 January 2026.

No fires can be lit, or be allowed to remain alight, in the open air from 12:01 AM until 11:59 PM. More information: www.cfa.vic.gov.au/firebans

23/01/2026

Tomorrow Saturday 24th January 2026 has been declared a day of total fire ban for the state of Victoria.

There is going to be a few days of warm weather approaching, peaking on Tuesday. Please remain vigilant during this peak period of high temperatures.

A Total Fire Ban has been declared for the whole state of Victoria - Saturday 24 January 2026.

No fires can be lit, or be allowed to remain alight, in the open air from 12:01 AM until 11:59 PM. more information: www.cfa.vic.gov.au/firebans

23/01/2026

A Total Fire Ban has been declared for the whole state of Victoria - Saturday 24 January 2026.

No fires can be lit, or be allowed to remain alight, in the open air from 12:01 AM until 11:59 PM. more information: www.cfa.vic.gov.au/firebans

12/01/2026

Thank you Country Grocers Ballan for your support not just during our busy time but also through-out the year.

We also like to say a huge thank you to the community for there support, well wishes and donations. It is greatly appreciated by all.

When visiting our store in the coming days, we invite you to purchase a $2 donation token in support of our local CFA and leave a message of encouragement. These messages will be displayed in store and presented to our local CFA alongside the donated funds.

We are grateful year-round for the dedication and tireless efforts of the CFA in protecting our community. However, the events of the past week have been a powerful reminder of the sacrifices they make and the unwavering commitment they show in keeping our community safe.

08/01/2026

A Total Fire Ban has been declared for the whole state tomorrow.

A Total Fire Ban has been declared for the whole state of Victoria - Friday 9 January 2026.

No fires can be lit, or be allowed to remain alight, in the open air from 12:01 AM until 11:59 PM.

Stay informed: www.cfa.vic.gov.au/firebans

06/01/2026

Tomorrow has been declared a day of Total Fire Ban in Central district which includes Ballan and surrounds.

A Total Fire Ban has been declared for the Central (includes Melbourne and Geelong), Wimmera and South West Fire Districts - Wednesday 7 January 2026.

No fires can be lit, or be allowed to remain alight, in the open air from 12:01 AM until 11:59 PM. Stay informed: www.cfa.vic.gov.au/firebans

22/12/2025

🎅 Santa is Coming! 🎄

Just a friendly reminder that with the help of the Ballan Fire Brigade, Santa will once again be travelling the streets of Ballan on Christmas Eve, Wednesday 24 December, from 3:30pm to 7:00pm.

📍 Track Santa’s progress live using the links below (active from 3:30pm):

In town: https://glympse.com/!ballansanta1

Out of town: https://glympse.com/!ballansanta2

🔔 Listen out for the sirens and Christmas music as Santa makes his way around!

⏰ Rough run times are attached but may change without notice. For the most accurate and up-to-date location, please rely on the tracking links above.

👧🧒 In-town residents: If possible, we kindly ask that children meet Santa at street corners to help keep things running smoothly.

Merry Christmas—see you soon! 🎄✨