Tarwin Lower and District CFA

26/04/2026

Thank you to our volunteers and community who stepped out to honour the bravery and sacrifice of our servicemen and women.

Their legacy lives on in all of us.

Lest we forget.

02/04/2026

The Fire Danger Period in South Gippsland ends at 1:00am on Tuesday 7 April 2026 👏 If you’re planning a burn off, keep in mind you still need a South Gippsland Shire Council permit and you need to register your burn with Fire Permits Victoria.

Here's your checklist (and happy Easter):

✔️ Obtain Council permit & check restrictions
⏰ More than 2hrs before you start, register your burn online with Fire Permits Victoria: bit.ly/446EMrC or if less than 2hrs, call 1800 668 511.
🏠 Notify neighbours
🌤️ Check weather and wind rating
📏 Clear three metres around the fire
💧 Have a hose or at least 10 litres of water
🧍 Always have an adult present
🔥 Never use accelerants

More info on the CFA website: bit.ly/4kYAFno
South Gippsland Shire Council regs & permit: bit.ly/47C1sBq





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01/04/2026

We're rattling tins and selling raffle tickets this Good Friday Appeal to raise money for The Royal Children's Hospital, Melbourne. Come down and see us between 9am – 12noon at:

📍 Tarwin Lower IGA
📍 Venus Bay General Store
📍 Walkerville Foreshore Camping Reserve

Go in the draw to win our hamper or make a donation online: bit.ly/416g34s



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20/03/2026

Meet three-year-old Alissa, the "one-in-a-million" girl and Little Ambassador of this year’s Good Friday Appeal.

At just four months old, Alissa was diagnosed with Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis (LCH), a rare condition that affects approximately one child per million.

Yet under the care of The Royal Children's Hospital, Melbourne, Alissa was able to access a new treatment and beat this aggressive disease.

She’s just one of the reasons our volunteers turn out every year to support this incredible event.

With your support, we can continue to raise funds for research, equipment, and treatment to help thousands of children, just like Alissa.

Start saving your coins. We’ll be rattling tins around town very soon.





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Meet three-year-old Alissa, our "one-in-a-million" girl.At just four months old, Alissa was diagnosed with high-risk, multisystem Langerhans Cell Histiocytos...

16/02/2026

An ‘Extreme’ Fire Danger Rating is forecast for Tuesday 17 February 2026. A Total Fire Ban has been declared for parts of Victoria including West and South Gippsland.

❌ No fires can be lit or be allowed to remain alight in the open air from 12:01 AM on Tues, 17 Feb 2026 until 11:59 PM Tues, 17 Feb 2026.

✅ Stay up to date via VicEmergency
✅ Check traffic.transport.vic.gov.au/ before you travel
✅ Know your bushfire plan
✅ If you see or suspect a fire, report it immediately to Triple Zero Victoria (000)

👉 Information and resources to help you plan and prepare are available on the CFA website: www.cfa.vic.gov.au/plan-prepare/before-and-during-a-fire

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12/02/2026

A huge thank you to the Venus Bay Community Centre's ‘Stirring the pot’ community group for hosting today’s High Tea fundraiser. The sold out event raised $500 in ticket sales which will be donated to our local brigade. We are incredibly grateful to the community for co-ordinating such a wonderful event today, the incredible food and the ongoing support of our community.

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10/02/2026

A Total Fire Ban has been declared across most of Victoria tomorrow, Tuesday 11 February 2026 including West and South Gippsland. An ‘Extreme’ Fire Danger Rating is forecast. This means you should act now to protect life and property.

❌ No fires can be lit or be allowed to remain alight in the open air from 12:01 AM on Tues, 11 Feb 2026 until 11:59 PM Tues, 11 Feb 2026.

✅ Stay up to date via VicEmergency
✅ Check traffic.transport.vic.gov.au/ before you travel
✅ Know your bushfire plan
✅ If you see or suspect a fire, report it immediately to Triple Zero Victoria (000)

👉 Information and resources to help you plan and prepare are available on the CFA website: www.cfa.vic.gov.au/plan-prepare/before-and-during-a-fire

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26/01/2026

We've had a concerned community member reach out tonight via Facebook about discarded heat beads at the Fisherman's Road jetty. Fortunately they were extinguished. And we thank her for letting us know. Please, if you see or suspect a potential fire hazard, call Triple Zero Victoria (000). This way our brigade can be notified immediately. Stay vigilent everyone and we thank you for your support.

26/01/2026

A Total Fire Ban for Victoria has been declared for tomorrow, Tuesday 27 January 2026. With a ‘High’ Fire Danger rating forecast, be prepared and ready to act.

❌ No fires can be lit or be allowed to remain alight in the open air from 12:01 AM on Tues, 27 Jan 2026 until 11:59 PM Tues, 27 Jan 2026.

✅ Stay up to date via VicEmergency
✅ Check traffic.transport.vic.gov.au/ before you travel
✅ Know your bushfire plan
✅ If you see or suspect a fire, report it immediately to Triple Zero (000)

👉 Information and resources to help you plan and prepare are available on the CFA website: www.cfa.vic.gov.au/plan-prepare/before-and-during-a-fire



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23/01/2026

A Total Fire Ban for Victoria has been declared for tomorrow, Saturday 24 January 2026. With a ‘High’ Fire Danger rating forecast, it’s important to be prepared and ready to act.

❌ No fires can be lit or be allowed to remain alight in the open air from 12:01 AM on Sat, 24 Jan 2026 until 11:59 PM Sat, 24 Jan 2026.

✅ Stay up to date via VicEmergency
✅ Check traffic.transport.vic.gov.au/ before you travel
✅ Know your bushfire plan
✅ If you see or suspect a fire, report it immediately to Triple Zero (000)

👉 Information and resources to help you plan and prepare are available on the CFA website: www.cfa.vic.gov.au/plan-prepare/before-and-during-a-fire



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23/01/2026

A ‘High’ Fire Danger Rating is forecast for tomorrow Saturday 24 and Sunday 25 January 2026 in our local area of , and .

As we get ready to enjoy the last long weekend of the summer holidays, we’re reminding everyone to be prepared and stay informed.

✅ Stay up to date via VicEmergency
✅ Check traffic.transport.vic.gov.au/ before you travel
✅ Know your bushfire plan
✅ If you see or suspect a fire, report it immediately to Triple Zero (000)

👉 Information and resources to help you plan and prepare are available on the CFA website: www.cfa.vic.gov.au/plan-prepare/before-and-during-a-fire



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