Beaufort Fire Brigade - CFA District 16

14/06/2026

🚒 Member Spotlight 🚒
We’re spotlighting Jayden Whitworth, Operational Firefighter with Beaufort Fire Brigade.
Get to know one of the dedicated members who serves our community!

How long have you been serving with Beaufort Fire Brigade? 🚨
I have been serving the Beaufort brigade for about 6 years now and prior to that I was a member of the Jung brigade for about 7 years.

What inspired you to become a firefighter or member? 🚨
Growing up in western Victoria, fire was something that we lived with every year so I have always had an interest in firefighting and volunteering. before joining CFA I volunteered with the Horsham SES for 5 years and worked with Forest Fire Management for 2 seasons and really enjoyed the challenge of the work so I decided to join the CFA to continue giving back to my community and it’s been an absolutely amazing journey.

What is your favorite part of the role? 🚨
I love the challenge, diversity and the teamwork within the role. It’s truly amazing to be part of such an amazing team of people who give up everything to help there community when the pager goes off.
I have been privileged enough to go on several interstate deployments representing the CFA and being able to give back and help communities in times of need is a privilege and definitely my favourite part of the job.

What does serving our community mean to you? 🚨
For me serving my community is being there whenever needed, being able to help our communities both locally and further abroad. Most of the time when people call 000 and need us, it’s because they are in trouble or they need help and it’s a privilege to be able to serve our community in such a way and with an amazing team.

What training courses have you completed that you're most proud of? 🚨
Complimenting my Internal firefighting qualification and completing the fire line leadership course are 2 courses that I’m very proud of but have been very lucky to understand quite a lot of nationally recognised training with the CFA.

What is one fun fact about yourself? 🚨
Well outside of CFA and volunteering I run my own garden maintenance and landscaping business, I have a 5 year old son who loves fire trucks and pretending to be a firefighter putting out imaginary fires.

🔥 Could You Be Our Next Volunteer? 🔥
Beaufort Fire Brigade is recruiting new members to join the brigade!
If you’ve ever wanted to give back to your community, now is the time. From operational firefighting roles to vital support positions, there’s something for everyone. 🚒
❗️Step up, meet great people, and make a real difference.
Apply now:
https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/volunteers-careers/volunteer-with-cfa/apply-to-volunteer

14/06/2026

🚨 Please note, Beaufort Fire Brigade are conducting a burn off at the high school until 2pm. Smoke may be visible in the area 🔥

09/06/2026

Beaufort Fire Brigade will be holding a Bunning’s Sausage Sizzle at Delacombe on Saturday 13th June. Please come support our fundraiser 🚒🚨

08/06/2026

Congratulations to Rodney McErvale on receiving the Australian Fire Service Medal 🚒

The members of Beaufort Fire Brigade are incredibly grateful for Rod’s outstanding contribution to our brigade. His leadership, guidance, support and wealth of experience have made an impact on our members and strengthened our brigade in countless ways.

This recognition is richly deserved, and we thank Rod for his dedication and service to our community. Congratulations on this well-earned honour.

PYRENEES resident Rodney McErvale has been recognised with the Australian Fire Service Medal (AFSM) for his outstanding service to CFA and the communities of Raglan, Beaufort and surrounds. Rodney has dedicated 37 years to CFA, responding to over 500 incidents in that time, including 36 incidents...

03/06/2026

🚒 Member Spotlight 🚒
We’re spotlighting Mark Alexander, current Secretary & Operational Firefighter with Beaufort Fire Brigade. Mark will move into new brigade officer role of 4th Lieutenant on July 1st.
Get to know one of the dedicated members who serves our community!

1. How long have you been serving with Beaufort Fire Brigade? 🚨
I have been serving with the Beaufort Fire Brigade since January 2023. Prior to this, I spent many years with the Skipton Fire Brigade, bringing my total service with CFA to over 20 years.

2. What inspired you to become a firefighter or member? 🚨
My journey began as a junior member with Skipton in 2004, where I competed in JRN competitions. Growing up in a community where the brigade plays such a vital role, I was strongly influenced by my father, who was heavily involved in community services, including CFA and as an Ambulance Community Officer. For me, it has always been about giving back and supporting the local community.

3. What is your favorite part of the role? 🚨
The variety within the role is something I really value, from travelling interstate and gaining nationally recognised qualifications, to experiencing things I wouldn’t otherwise have the opportunity to do. While helping the community is incredibly important, the highlight has to be getting on the red truck and fighting fires.

4. What does serving our community mean to you? 🚨
Serving the community means being someone people can rely on in times of need. Through CFA, it’s about protecting lives and property. More broadly, it’s about stepping up and lending a hand wherever it’s needed to achieve the best possible outcomes for those in need.

5. What training courses have you completed that you're most proud of? 🚨
I’ve completed a range of training with CFA, including Internal Structural Firefighting, nationally recognised Chainsaw Operations, Crew Leader, and First Aid qualifications. I was also fortunate to be supported by CFA to receive a Victorian Heavy Rigid Truck Licence,

6. What is one fun fact about yourself? 🚨
Outside of CFA, I work in health and have held roles including Pool Lifeguard, Ambulance Community Officer, Patient Transport Officer, and Registered Nurse. I’m also involved in community volunteering with Apex, fundraising through events like the CFA Stair Climb, and running BBQs, all while involving my family, including an up-and-coming CFA volunteer currently at JRN level.

🔥 Could You Be Our Next Volunteer? 🔥
Beaufort Fire Brigade is recruiting new members to join the brigade!
If you’ve ever wanted to give back to your community, now is the time. From operational firefighting roles to vital support positions, there’s something for everyone. 🚒
❗️Step up, meet great people, and make a real difference.
Apply now:
https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/volunteers-careers/volunteer-with-cfa/apply-to-volunteer

01/06/2026

Congratulations to our elected 2026 Brigade Management Team! 🚒

Brigade Officers
• Tony Neville – Captain
• Pete Greymans – 1st Lieutenant
• Colin Sharam – 2nd Lieutenant
• Taylah Middlemiss – 3rd Lieutenant
• Mark Alexander – 4th Lieutenant

Portfolios & Delegates
• Erin Robbins – Secretary
• Emily Horton Pettit – Treasurer
• Mark Culleton – Community Safety & Engagement
• Mark Alexander – Communications
• Wayne Denham – Health & Safety
• Max Novinec – Equipment
• Jayden Whitworth & Colin Sharam – VFBV Delegates

These appointments will take effect from 1 July 2026.

A sincere thank you to our outgoing Brigade Management Team members for your dedication, commitment, and service to the brigade. Your contributions are greatly appreciated.
We wish our incoming team every success for the year ahead.

25/05/2026

🔥 Could You Be Our Next Volunteer? 🔥
Beaufort Fire Brigade is recruiting new members to join the brigade!
If you’ve ever wanted to give back to your community, now is the time. From operational firefighting roles to vital support positions, there’s something for everyone. 🚒
❗️Step up, meet great people, and make a real difference.
Apply now:
https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/volunteers-careers/volunteer-with-cfa/apply-to-volunteer

22/05/2026

It’s National Volunteer Week 🚨🚒
We proudly recognise and thank every member of our brigade, from our operational firefighters on the frontline to the dedicated brigade members working behind the scenes. Your commitment, sacrifice, training, and countless volunteer hours help keep our community safe every single day.
We are incredibly grateful for everything you do.

❗️If you’ve ever thought about giving back to your community, now is the perfect time to get involved. We’re always looking for new members to join our brigade, whether operationally or in a support role, there’s a place for everyone. Apply via https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/volunteers-careers/volunteer-with-cfa/apply-to-volunteer

04/05/2026

Today, we recognise those whose duty it is to run towards danger when others are told to leave.

On International Firefighter Day, we thank our incredible members and all of those who protect communities in times of crisis and every day in between.

Your courage, commitment and care don't go unnoticed.

18/04/2026