Bittern Fire Brigade

07/09/2026

Give our bestie a follow if you love a great feed for a large crowd 🤌🏻 of course, he's been fully briefed when it comes to all things fire safety around a smoker and a BBQ 🍖🧯
Cooked slow ✅️
Cooked safely ✅️
Winner winner, Gastronomcoyc dinner!

05/09/2026

It's Fathers Day!

Today we celebrate all the dads, stepdads, grandads, father figures, mentors and special people who show up, support us, guide us and make a difference in our lives.

Whether you’re celebrating with family, remembering someone special, or simply appreciating the important people who have helped shape you, we hope you have a wonderful day 🎉

03/09/2026

As you prepare your property for fire season, it's a good idea to notify emergency services if you're planning a burn off 🔥🍃

The Fire Permits Victoria website is a quick and easy way to notify online - firepermits.vic.gov.au

01/09/2026

🔥 𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗜𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗛𝗔𝗥𝗗 𝗧𝗢 𝗕𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗘𝗔𝗦𝗬 🔥
On Monday night, our members were putting their Breathing Apparatus (BA) skills to the test.

BA training is an important part of preparing our members to safely operate in environments where the air may be contaminated, smoky or unsafe to breathe.

We train because when the pager goes off, there’s no time to learn on the job. Our members need to be ready to respond safely, confidently and effectively — for themselves, their teammates and the community we serve. 🚒

29/08/2026

Last night, Bittern Fire Brigade held a social dinner to celebrate the efforts of our members over the past year — and, most importantly, to give everyone a chance to put their boots aside, relax, enjoy some great food and spend time together. ❤️

A huge thank you to Balnarring Bowls Club for allowing us to hold our event at their wonderful venue.

And a special thank you to Gastronomcoyc, our favourite local chef and long time supporter of our Brigade, for catering the evening. The food was absolutely incredible! Let's hope all our turnout gear still fits us after that feast👌🍽️

Most importantly, thank you to all of our members for the time, commitment and dedication you give to our Brigade and our community 🙏🏻

It was a great night of good food, good company and plenty of laughs. 🚒❤️

26/08/2026

Our members will be wearing their stretchiest pants this coming Saturday while we celebrate our annual dinner 🥩🍗🌮🚒

Here we go cooking again for an absolute classic bunch of people and very important part of our forces, Our last cook up for the crew was awesome, i cant imagine this one to be any different. CANT WAIT!

07/08/2026

Severe Weather Warning ⚠️

Heavy rain and winds are forecast across the peninsula and surrounding areas on Saturday afternoon and Sunday, now is the time to prepare.

Take the following steps to ensure you stay safe during the weather:

❗️Clear leaves and other obstructions from around drains
❗️Secure loose outdoor items before the weather arrives
❗️Clear gutters and down pipes to prevent water from entering your home
❗️Don’t park under trees, rain softens the ground and increases the risk of falling trees
❗️Never EVER drive through floodwater, it takes just 15cm of water to float most cars

If you find yourself in need of assistance, call 132 500 for storm related emergencies and 000 for Life-Threatening emergencies ☎️

And as always, our crews remain ready to respond and support the community whenever you need us 🧡

26/07/2026

⚠️ 𝗧𝗢𝗗𝗔𝗬 𝗔𝗧 𝟮𝗣𝗠: 𝗔𝗨𝗦𝗔𝗟𝗘𝗥𝗧 𝗧𝗘𝗦𝗧 📲
Emergency warnings save lives, but we hope you never need to receive one.

Thank you to everyone who will be taking part in the AusAlert test today. Your participation helps ensure that an early warning system will be working when it matter most.

26/07/2026

The national test of AusAlert is happening on Monday 27 July 2026 at around 2pm AEST. 📅

AusAlert sends near-instant emergency messages to compatible mobile devices like mobile phones, tablets and smart watches. It uses vibration, sound and on-screen messages to get your attention.

If your device receives the national test, it will vibrate and make a loud siren-like sound for 10 seconds before stopping. As the national test is a Critical Alert, this happens even if your device is on ‘silent’ or ‘do not disturb’.

You may receive this test while driving, riding or using public transport. 🛻

If you are driving or riding, stay calm and don’t touch your device. ⚠️

The alert may also play through your vehicle’s speakers using Apple CarPlay, Android Auto or Bluetooth and may interrupt navigation or media like music or podcasts. 📱

🚨Mobile phone laws still apply – don't read or respond to the alert while operating a vehicle. Only check the message when your vehicle is turned off and it is safe and legal to do so.

🚌 If you receive an alert while on public transport, stay calm. Don't approach the driver about the alert.

This is just a test, and you do not need to do anything. You should always follow instructions or announcements from public transport staff.

20/07/2026

🛴 Got a teen with an e-scooter or e-bike? (Yeah, we see you guys at IGA a lot 👀)
🔋Lithium-ion batteries can become a serious fire risk if they're damaged, overcharged or used with the wrong charger.
🔌 Know the warning signs of a failing lithium-ion battery.

Take a minute to brush up on battery safety—it could save your home. 🚒