Bayles Fire Brigade - CFA

01/06/2026

A big thank you to the Berwick Opportunity Shop Incorporated for your donation to the Bayles Fire Brigade. It was very much appreciated. Thanks To Margaret and Dawn for making the trip out to our Brigade.

31/05/2026

Today is Smoke Alarm Action Day, and together with fire agencies across
Australia we are asking everyone to check their smoke alarms.
Working smoke alarms save lives It only takes 3 seconds to push the button
Take action today
www.cfa.vic.gov.au/smokealarms

31/05/2026

Today we put one of the Bayles Fire Brigades Squirty Trucks through its final testing at the Bayles Proving Ground to make sure the hose guide was up to scratch and it passed all testing.

20/05/2026

🚒 A huge thank you to our amazing local CFA crew for coming down to support our Very Special Kids Fundraiser Round! ❤️💙

The CFA will be on site throughout the day with their fire trucks on display and an awesome fire truck themed jumping castle for all the kids to enjoy! 🔥🏰

Make sure you come say hello to the crew, check out the trucks up close, grab a photo and let the kids have some fun while we raise money for an incredible cause supporting Very Special Kids. 💛💚💙

It’s shaping up to be a fantastic family day out and we can’t wait to see everyone there!

📍 Rutter Park, Tooradin
📅 Sunday 24th May
⏰ Kicking off from 8:30am

Let’s come together, support a great cause and make a difference! ❤️

19/05/2026

National Volunteer Week 18-24 May

“Don’t ask what your local community can do for you. Ask yourself what can you do for your local community"

Its National Volunteer Week and now is a great time to join the Bayles Fire Brigade and become part of a team dedicated to serving and protecting our local community.
Embrace the chance to respond to emergencies, save lives and ensure safety for everyone.
There is an application and vetting process. This keeps our brigades and community safe. Once approved, you’ll begin training.
CFA gives you the skills and confidence you need before you start volunteering. Training takes a few months and you will be supported every step of the way.
If you’re passionate, committed, and eager to serve, we want you as a volunteer firefighter at the Bayles Fire Brigade. Join online through the CFA website https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/volunteers-careers/volunteer-with-cfa/apply-to-volunteer or contact me via email.

For More Information
Contact : Lindsay Knowles
[email protected]

18/05/2026

Following an incredibly challenging and devastating fire season, and one that impacted every region of Victoria, it may very well be Your Year to Volunteer and embed yourself in the spirit of CFA.



Op-ed by CFA Acting Chief Officer Garry Cook AFSM

More than 3,400 Victorians have put up their hand to join CFA since January, because they too want to want to find purpose, form greater connections and make a real difference in their community – before, during and after an emergency.

CFA’s volunteers are the backbone of Victoria’s emergency response, and we wouldn’t be here without them. We’ve seen firsthand this season the incredible contributions and sacrifices our dedicated members make - leaving important events, families and work at the drop of a hat, to protect our Victorian communities.

As we celebrate and thank our 52,000 members this week, we also use this opportunity to grow and encourage the community we work closely each and every day to join our organisation.

At CFA, there is a role for everyone. You don’t have to sq**rt water onto a fire to play an important part. There are a range of support roles and we’re here to find the perfect role for you.

The statewide Give us a Hand recruitment drive commenced in 2023, and since 1 June 2023 we have proudly welcomed more than 8,800 volunteers. However, like any volunteer organisation, we always need more great people to help us continue in our mission to protect lives and property across the state.

Brigades are particularly looking to attract new members from diverse backgrounds and those who may be able to be daytime responders.

Living in rural Victoria myself, and travelling across the state regularly to different brigades, I am always impressed by the diverse range of skills and backgrounds of our members. From teachers, doctors, lawyers, nurses, tradies, farmers, and bakers to name a few, CFA is lucky to have you.

It’s always so heart-warming to see close-knit communities’ band together to be a part of CFA. If you’ve recently moved to a new country town or maybe your work and personal commitments have changed, we would love to hear from you.

Our brigades have flexible volunteering arrangements and roles for you to explore. With 1,200 brigades across the state, there is a place for everyone in every corner of Victoria.

Our members are also widely utilised for strike teams across the state, interstate and sometimes internationally. We attend all types of emergencies including fires, floods, storms and other natural disasters. There are some incredible opportunities for you as a CFA volunteer, and you could make a significant difference to our emergency response in your area.

Volunteering with CFA is not only a rewarding experience, but it can also be life changing. Many of our members have made lifelong friends, partners and meaningful connections. You’ll meet some extraordinary people along your CFA journey.

To ‘Give us a Hand’, express your interest on our website. Once you’ve submitted your expression of interest online, your local brigade will contact you regarding the next steps.

https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/volunteers-careers/volunteer-with-cfa

Thank you again to all those who selflessly give up their time to help millions of Victorians across the state.

06/05/2026

A big thanks to the Triumph Owners Motorcycle Club Australia for their time, effort and donation to the Bayles Fire Brigade.

30/04/2026

27/04/2026

Bayles Fire Brigade will be with the Triumph Owners Motorcycle Club Australia at the Bayles Recreation Reserve (opposite Bayles General Store) this coming Sunday 3rd May. Come along and see a huge display of Motor Bikes.