Hurstbridge Fire Brigade

14/06/2026

Congratulations to the newest Nillumbik Group recruits, including two members from Hurstbridge, who successfully completed their General Firefighter training.
This achievement is the result of many hours of training, commitment and dedication.
We are incredibly proud of their efforts and thank everyone involved in supporting them along the way.
We look forward to seeing our newest firefighters turn out with the brigade.
Welcome to the crew, and thank you for stepping up to serve our community.👏🔥🚒

14/06/2026

Thank you Frith Plumbing P/L

A family run local business since 1991, Frith plumbing has built a strong reputation for comprehensive plumbing services. Reliable & trusted by a broad range of clients, they specialise in commercial, residential & general maintenance plumbing.

Thank you to all the businesses featured in our 2026 calendar. Their support helps our brigade maintain equipment and continue serving the Hurstbridge community.
We encourage everyone to support these local businesses whenever you can.

10/06/2026

Families who have a home fire escape plan are more likely to get out of
their home safely and without panic

07/06/2026

Thank you Steven's Specialist Tree Service

Steven’s specialist tree services provides professional arboriculture services such as tree pruning, hazardous tree removal, stump removal, powerline clearance works, tree planting and tree watering to a wide range of clients both in Melbourne and Geelong.

Call Steven on 9465 6022 or 0419 327 408
https://www.stevenspectrees.com.au
Thank you to all the businesses featured in our 2026 calendar. Their support helps our brigade maintain equipment and continue serving the Hurstbridge community.
We encourage everyone to support these local businesses whenever you can.

03/06/2026

01/06/2026

Today is 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

31/05/2026

Thank you The Blackburn Vet
The Blackburn Vet has been looking after pets since 1993. Dr Terry and Dr Eudine specialise in small animal medicine, general surgeries, dentistry and more.
They also have cat boarding facilities to accommodate your feline friends whilst your away.

Call 98974222 or head to blackburnvet.com.au

Thank you to all the businesses featured in our 2026 calendar. Their support helps our brigade maintain equipment and continue serving the Hurstbridge community.
We encourage everyone to support these local businesses whenever you can.

26/05/2026

You can't smell smoke when you're asleep 😴💤
All smoke alarms in your home should be interconnected - this means that no matter where a fire starts - all alarms will sound.

24/05/2026

Thank you Wild Wombat Cafe

If you’re after great coffee, homestyle meals, or catering you can rely on, do yourself a favour and check them out. A true local gem that never disappoints.

Thank you to all the businesses featured in our 2026 calendar. Their support helps our brigade maintain equipment and continue serving the Hurstbridge community.
We encourage everyone to support these local businesses whenever you can.

22/05/2026

When using your fireplace in winter, it’s important to be fire safe 🔥
✅Always use a fire screen in front of an open fire.
✅Keep items that can burn, such as clothes horses, at least 1m away.
✅Extinguish open fires before leaving home or going to sleep.
✅Always supervise children near open fires.
✅Ensure ashes are cold before discarding.
✅Only burn dry, clean wood.

Find out more www.cfa.vic.gov.au/homefire