Edithvale Fire Brigade (CFA)

02/06/2026

Wow, June already! And yesterday was 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

21/05/2026

To our local community,
Are you a professional cleaning company looking for more work?
Edithvale Fire Brigade is looking for a reliable, local cleaner or cleaning company to take on a regular cleaning contract at the station.
We’re after someone who takes pride in their work, is dependable, trustworthy and can deliver a consistent, high-quality clean.
If you’re interested, please submit an EOI to the Brigade secretary, Matt who will then provide you the scope document for review and advise date and time for site inspection;
Contact - [email protected]
Local businesses and operators are encouraged to apply 👍

13/05/2026

Don't worry if you see a convoy of fire trucks driving around our local area tonight, we are conducting a strike team exercise to teach the juniors what happens when our seniors get deployed on strike teams. Thanks to Patterson River Fire Brigade Skye Fire Brigade (CFA) Springvale CFA Keysborough Fire Brigade for helping show a realistic training demonstration!

24/04/2026

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Funeral details for Ex Secretary Neale Marlow and life member of Edithvale fire Brigade.

You’re invited to celebrate the life of Neale James Marlow

MARLOW, Neale James
5 October 1943 – 18 April 2026

Only son of James and Thelma, and step-son of Doris.
Father of Kerryn and Wayne, and foster father of Charyn.
Step-brother of Brian, Rhonni and Dennis, and half-brother of Michael.

Proud owner of Georgia, his beautiful G.S. Pointer for over 10 years.

A dedicated CFA volunteer with Edithvale Fire Brigade for 55 years, and a proud Life Member of both the Brigade and the CFA.

Rest in Peace.

Neale’s family warmly invites all who knew him to join in celebrating his life;

Tuesday, 28 April 2026
12.00pm at Cirrus Chapel
Bunurong Memorial Park, Frankston-Dandenong Road
Wake to follow in the McCubbin Suite

For those unable to attend in person, a livestream link will be available here;

https://smct.org.au/view/1185700339

24/04/2026

Please see shared below details for Neale’s funeral service.

You’re invited to celebrate the life of Neale James Marlow

MARLOW, Neale James
5 October 1943 – 18 April 2026

Only son of James and Thelma, and step-son of Doris.
Father of Kerryn and Wayne, and foster father of Charyn.
Step-brother of Brian, Rhonni and Dennis, and half-brother of Michael.

Proud owner of Georgia, his beautiful G.S. Pointer for over 10 years.

A dedicated CFA volunteer with Edithvale Fire Brigade for 55 years, and a proud Life Member of both the Brigade and the CFA.

Rest in Peace.

Neale’s family warmly invites all who knew him to join in celebrating his life;

Tuesday, 28 April 2026
12.00pm at Cirrus Chapel
Bunurong Memorial Park, Frankston-Dandenong Road
Wake to follow in the McCubbin Suite

For those unable to attend in person, a livestream link will be available here;

https://smct.org.au/view/1185700339

18/04/2026

It is with the deepest regret the brigade confirms the passing of Life Member Neale Marlow. Neale passed away peacefully this morning after a short illness. Neale and the Marlow family are synonymous with Edithvale having served the community through generations, including running the Edithvale Theatre and Neale serving the CFA. Neale’s service with the brigade included active firefighting, a member of the competition team (including the discipline team), and until today remans the longest serving secretary of the brigade. Neale was the recipient of the National Medal, CFA service medals and is a life member of the brigade (receiving this honour in 1973) and is also a life member of CFA. In honour of Neale’s dedicated service to the brigade the brigade office was named the Life Member Neale Marlow Office at the official opening of the new fire station.
The brigades condolences go out to Neale’s children Kerryn, Wayne and Charon and broader family.
Funeral arrangements are not yet confirmed.

10/04/2026

BREAKING NEWS

We are VERY pleased to announce to arrival of our brand new brigade support vehicle!!
This vehicle has been 100% brigade funded, which in turn means, it is you, our wonderful community, through your kind donations and or your support of our annual fun run, sausage sizzles and tin shakes (just to name a few) that have in fact funded our new vehicle.
This vehicle will replace our current 13yo Medical Response vehicle and take over the reigns supporting our sister agency (AV) for life saving medical calls throughout our community. We are currently having our brigade members inducted and driver testing/approvals updated which in turn means that by the end of April, we are committed to have the vehicle online and ready to roll. Stay tuned for further info, including opportunities for the community to come to the station and view the vehicle. Again, as a brigade, we are truly humbled with the continued support of our wonderful community and look forward to continuing to serve you in the time of need.

08/04/2026

Huge thank you to everyone in our community who donated to the Royal Children’s Hospital Good Friday Appeal. As a brigade we raised a huge $20,029 thanks to all of you in the community.
Thanks to around 40 of our volunteers who spent the day walking the local streets, shaking tins and having a great time chatting with everyone.

02/04/2026

Tomorrow is the big day. We’ll be out in the local area, so if you hear our sirens or see our lights, don’t worry, we’re raising funds for the Royal Children’s Hospital.

If you spot us, please come out and say hello and donate if you’re able. The money raised goes a long way in supporting sick kids and makes a genuine difference to their lives and families.

If you would like to donate online, please do so here - https://fundraise.goodfridayappeal.com.au/fundraisers/EdithvaleFireBrigade

15/03/2026

Thanks to everyone who came out and helped support us in fundraising for our new Medical Response Vehicle. It was a fantastic day, great weather and heaps of fun had running 🏃