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12/09/2026

September 2026 Newsletter

Illness Support By Adam Barnett, VFBV Chief Executive Officer In recent times, one of the most common enquiries to VFBV delegates has been on matters relating to presumptive legislation. So, I thought it important to remind members about the support and assistance provided by VFBV to any members who...

12/08/2026

is on at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre next week from Tuesday 18 August to Thursday 20 August.

CFA volunteers can register for a free pass to access the Exhibition and Trade exhibits which also includes access to the Solutions Theatre presentations.

Visit https://www.afacconference.com.au/2026-pricing-registration and scroll down to Exhibition Visitor Registration to register for a free pass which will include a $25 lunch voucher.

10/07/2026

Closing soon - 2025/26 VFBV Volunteer Survey

This year’s VFBV Vol Survey is about to close. The Survey has been open since October 2025, and was extended due to the high activity fire season. This is a final reminder before we close out this year's results. CLICK HERE TO TAKE THE SURVEY The survey is the largest of its kind, and provide...

06/07/2026

July 2026 Newsletter

Choose your own adventure By Adam Barnett, VFBV Chief Executive Officer Last month I reminded members of the importance of engaging with consultation processes, and the vast opportunities for people to pursue what interest them the most. With so much going on, I thought I would use this opportunity....

09/06/2026

June 2026 Newsletter

Consultation is non-negotiable By Adam Barnett, VFBV Chief Executive Officer If you’ve been following our 2-Minute-briefings over the year, you would be aware that we have been at loggerheads with CFA over its attempted introduction of new medical standards. Over the past 12 months, we have had mo...

26/05/2026

Don't forget - VESEP Applications are due by 11 June 2026. VFBV's Help Pack can assist you in preparing your application

Applications should be submitted to your District ACFO by Monday, 11th June, 2026. Applications are now open for the 2026 Volunteer Emergency Services Equipment Program (VESEP), with the closing date fast approaching. VFBV has updated its VESEP Help Pack to assist brigades and groups with their VESE...

18/05/2026

May 2026 Newsletter

Courage and integrity By Adam Barnett, VFBV Chief Executive Officer With the Fire Danger Period officially ending on Thursday 30 April, the last fire restrictions have now all been lifted. Capping off a busy season, I want to take this opportunity to thank all volunteers for their incredible contrib...

14/04/2026

April 2026 Newsletter

Don’t suffer in silence By Adam Barnett, VFBV Chief Executive Officer This month’s column comes from Stawell, where at time of writing, and publishing...

13/03/2026

March 2026 Newsletter

International Women's Day 2026 Each year on March 8 - International Women’s Day (IWD) celebrates the social, economic, cultural and political achievem...

12/02/2026

February 2026 newsletter

Complementary, yet not identical efforts By Adam Barnett, VFBV Chief Executive Officer I wish to start this month by reiterating my words of thanks th...