Lismore & District

Lismore & District Four separate grass fires burnt approximately 440,000 hectares in just 8 hours. The fires were a catastrophic event.

Lismore Rural Fire Brigades Group was formed in September 1944 after devastating fires swept through the Western District of Victoria earlier that year. 500 homes were burnt, more than 15 people were killed and there were vast stock losses. In 1961 Cressy was the final brigade to join the Group, making up the 9 Brigade membership which has continued to the present day. The Lismore Group became reg

istered with the CFA in 1961. The Brigades in the Group turn out to fight grass, scrub, bush & structural fires. They also respond to motor vehicle accidents, chemical, biological & hazardous waste material incidents, confined space, high angle & trench rescue incidents & occasionally boat fires on the local lakes. The Brigades also support other emergency services at incidents, including flood assistance.

10/09/2026

☀️ As we move into the warmer months, support is still available for farmers across Victoria.

Manage current conditions, access practical advice and plan ahead with more confidence with:

🔸 Farm Drought Support Grants –grants of up to $5,000 are available for primary producers across the state, with farmers in south west Victoria able to access $10,000.

Applications are open until funds are fully allocated or 30 September 2026, whichever comes first.

To view the full range of financial, technical and wellbeing support available visit the link in the comments 👇

Truck fire
09/09/2026

Truck fire

05/09/2026

GEOSCIENCES CONFIRM EARTH QUAKE NEAR CASTERTON

28/08/2026

HIGHWAY IS OPEN, CHEERS EVERYONE*

Heads up Derri & District, the Hamilton Highway level crossing will be fully closed for works from 8 p.m. Friday the 28th until 6 p.m. Monday the 31st. That's the main closure to plan around.

More broadly, ARTC is performing works from 7 a.m. Monday the 24th of August to 6 p.m. Friday the 4th of September, weather permitting. Detours will be in place via Camperdown–Derrinallum Road, with traffic controllers and signage on site. For property access close to the crossing, check onsite directions or contact ARTC. Please allow extra time and follow all directions.

Hope everyone has a great weekend and please stay safe on the roads. 💛💚❤️

24/08/2026
20/08/2026

Free Mental Health Support for VIC Firefighters

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