Grovedale CFA

05/09/2026

🚒🔥 LESS THAN A WEEK TO GO! 🔥🚒

The countdown is on to the 13th Annual Melbourne Firefighter Stair Climb! 🏃‍♂️🚨

Let’s get behind everyone taking part as they take on this incredible challenge in support of such an important cause. 💪

A special shout-out to our local Grovedale firefighters who will be putting in the hard yards and representing our brigade! 👨‍🚒👩‍🚒

We’re behind you all the way! 💪🔥

Good luck to everyone participating — climb strong! 🚒❤️

🚒 Grovedale CFA is stepping up once again for the 2026 Melbourne Firefighter Stair Climb!

On Saturday 12th September, eight members of Grovedale Fire Brigade will tackle 28 floors in 25kg of firefighting gear to raise funds and awareness for cancer research, mental health, depression and su***de prevention.

Representing Grovedale this year are:

🔥 Anthony Killsby
🔥 Will Key
🔥 Joel Wickman
🔥 Ryan Carey
🔥 Marcus Parkinson
🔥 Phillip Carapalis
🔥 Chad Dunscombe
🔥 Nathan Bolger

The Firefighter Stair Climb is more than just a physical challenge. It is an opportunity to honour those affected by cancer, depression and su***de, while supporting organisations that provide life-changing services and support to firefighters, emergency service personnel and the wider community.

We would greatly appreciate your support as we train, climb and fundraise for this important cause. Every donation, big or small, helps make a difference.

Please consider supporting our team and helping us reach this year's fundraising goal.

13/07/2026

🚒 Grovedale Fire brigade- Another busy year of service.

Behind every pager activation is a volunteer who leaves their family, work, sleep or plans to help someone in need.

We're incredibly proud of what our members have achieved throughout the 2025/26 financial year and grateful to everyone who supports our brigade behind the scenes. None of it would be possible without our volunteers, their families, employers and our amazing community.

Thank you for continuing to support Grovedale Fire Brigade. It's a privilege to serve our community, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

Here's to another year of protecting what matters most. ❤️🔥

01/07/2026

🚒 Introducing the 2026–2028 Grovedale Fire Brigade Leadership Team & Brigade Management Team 🚒

Following our recent Brigade Elections, we are proud to announce the members who will lead and support the Grovedale Fire Brigade over the next two years.

Congratulations to all members who have stepped into leadership and management roles. We would also like to sincerely thank our outgoing leadership team for their dedication, commitment and countless hours of service. Your contribution has helped shape our brigade and is greatly appreciated.

21/06/2026

🚒 Grovedale CFA is stepping up once again for the 2026 Melbourne Firefighter Stair Climb!

On Saturday 12th September, eight members of Grovedale Fire Brigade will tackle 28 floors in 25kg of firefighting gear to raise funds and awareness for cancer research, mental health, depression and su***de prevention.

Representing Grovedale this year are:

🔥 Anthony Killsby
🔥 Will Key
🔥 Joel Wickman
🔥 Ryan Carey
🔥 Marcus Parkinson
🔥 Phillip Carapalis
🔥 Chad Dunscombe
🔥 Nathan Bolger

The Firefighter Stair Climb is more than just a physical challenge. It is an opportunity to honour those affected by cancer, depression and su***de, while supporting organisations that provide life-changing services and support to firefighters, emergency service personnel and the wider community.

We would greatly appreciate your support as we train, climb and fundraise for this important cause. Every donation, big or small, helps make a difference.

Please consider supporting our team and helping us reach this year's fundraising goal.

17/06/2026

AusAlert is being tested in Geelong, Victoria at 2:00 pm tomorrow afternoon. ⚠️

Here’s what you need to know. 👇

A test AusAlert will be sent to all compatible mobile devices in the Belmont and Highton area of City of Greater Geelong at around 2:00 pm on Thursday 18 June 2026.

If you are near the test area with a compatible mobile device, you may receive the alert. 📱

Devices may vibrate and play a siren-like warning sound for about 10 seconds. An AusAlert may appear on your device screen. It will clearly say it is a test. You don't need to do anything.

There will also be a national test on Monday 27 July 2026, at around 2:00 pm AEST. AusAlerts will be sent to all compatible mobile devices in Australia.

Ensure you can receive AusAlerts by installing the latest software update and restarting your device. Updates also fix bugs, improve performance and may boost battery life. ✅

You can find more information about what the test will look like, and how an AusAlert will appear on your device at: https://www.ausalert.gov.au/alerts-explained/community-testing

31/05/2026

This afternoon, members of Grovedale Fire Brigade had the pleasure of visiting Lifestyle Mount Duneed to deliver a community education session focused on home fire safety.

Residents learned practical skills including:
🧯 How and when to use a fire extinguisher
🔥 Safe use of a fire blanket
🏠 Home fire safety awareness
🚨 Simple steps to help prevent emergencies and stay safe at home

It was fantastic to see so many residents getting involved, asking questions, and taking part in the session. Community education is one of the most effective ways we can help keep our local community safe.

To top off a Sunday afternoon, brigade members and residents also enjoyed a few friendly games of lawn bowls and pickleball, providing a great opportunity to connect, share stories, and have some fun along the way.

A big thank you to everyone at Lifestyle Mount Duneed for having us. We look forward to continuing to work with our community to promote fire safety and preparedness.

16/05/2026

Monday nights are training / meeting night for the Grovedale CFA Senior Brigade.

Last week, half of our members conducted training using our thermal imaging camera, building their skills in locating heat sources and improving visibility in low-visibility environments. The second half completed hose testing using the district hose trailer, ensuring our equipment remains operational and ready for response.

Regular training like this helps ensure our brigade is prepared, capable, and ready to respond when our community needs us most.

07/05/2026

This morning members of the Grovedale Fire Brigade attended a local primary school to provide community education around fire safety and to help students learn more about the important role CFA volunteers play within our community.

One of the highlights of the session was a hands-on reenactment where students practiced crawling low under “smoke” to learn what to do in the event of a house fire. It was fantastic to see everyone so engaged and willing to get involved while learning important life-saving safety skills.

A big thank you to the school staff and students for having us, we always enjoy connecting with the community and helping educate the next generation about fire safety and emergency response.
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04/05/2026

Today we honor the dedication, courage, and sacrifice of firefighters worldwide.
Celebrated on May 4th to coincide with St. Florian’s Day, commemorating the first known commander of a Roman firefighting squad.

“The role of a firefighter in today’s society – be it urban, rural, natural environment, volunteer, career, industrial, defence force, aviation, motor sport, or other is one of dedication, commitment and sacrifice – no matter what country we reside and work in. In the fire service we fight together against one common enemy – fire – no matter what country we come from, what uniform we wear or what language we speak.”

~ Lt JJ Edmondson, 1999

24/04/2026

Today, Grovedale CFA joins in remembering our ANZACs. On this day, we mark the 111th anniversary of the Gallipoli landing — a moment that continues to shape our nation’s history and identity.

We also acknowledge all service personnel within our emergency services who continue to serve our communities with dedication and courage.

To our own members who have served, past and present — thank you. Your commitment and sacrifice are deeply appreciated.

Lest we forget.