Restrictions on lighting fires will apply.
Prepare your property for grass and bushfires More information visit CFA.VIC.GOV.AU
Meet your local fire fighters. Get great tips and information about the risks of bush fires in our area, what to do in an emergency and how to prepare your property.
Lots of fun for kids of all ages including getting your photo taken in a real fire truck
Doors open from 12:00pm to 4:30pm.
See also our facebook page
We are saddened to mention the passing of CFA and Brigade Life Member, Kerry O’Brien.
Kerry joined Upwey Fire Brigade in August of 1958, serving as a Brigade Officer from 1975 to 1978. He is the recipient of the National Medal, (and several additional clasps recognising his ongoing contribution) and the National Emergency Medal for his participation in the 2009 Black Saturday Fires. The VFBV Gold Star Award.
Kerry was awarded Life Membership of the Upwey Fire Brigade in 1985 and made a CFA Life Member in 2013. Between 1979 and 1995, Kerry was awarded the Brigades Best Fireman Award 12 times, with an additional two years as runner up. He was also awarded Commendation Awards 8 times being for recognition of the many jobs he has undertaken over this time.
Kerry also had a helping hand in maintaining the Brigades’ social activities ranging from Pokies trips to NSW, Car Shows, Bingo nights to name a few. He has played a major role in the development and maintenance for all our vehicles over these years through involvement in our Vehicle Replacement committees, Driver development programs and member welfare programs.
Kerry, equally known for his fastidious detail in maintaining our Firefighting appliances as his sense of humour and comedic antics.
Vale Kerry O’Brien, you were instrumental in modeling the brigade to be where it is today, you will not be forgotten.
The Upwey township flag was flown at half mast in respect to the 65 years of service provided to the community of Upwey, surrounding townships, numerous Victorian and interstate campaign fires.
For funeral details, visit www.facebook.com/UpweyCFA
Daylight Saving Starts 2am Sunday 1st October 2023.
Turn your clocks FORWARD 1 hour.
Upwey CFA encourages you to check all your smoke alarms are in working order when daylight saving STARTS this Sunday. You should also change the battery in all your battery operated smoke alarms.
Three easy steps;
Learn the Where, Why and What About Smoke Alarms
Join us Sunday 27th August 2023 at the Upwey Fire Brigade 2nd Chance Booksale.
We have a big range of used books, CDs, DVDs and vinyl records are available for sale with lots of of items available from a low $1-00 each.
Doors open from 9:00am to 2:00pm.
Grab yourself a bargain, meet the wonderful volunteers from your local fire brigade, grab a bite or drink at the sausage sizzle and get information about how to be fire safe.
See our events page or visit us on Facebook for more details.
Register now to get your link to the first LIVE webinar and also links to the webinar recordings. https://br.org.au/webinar.
Recent rainfall has supercharged fuel loads. Dry conditions will increase fire risks next summer, especially grass fires. Watch the webinars with family and friends and discuss the information and your plans.
BRI’s webinars are presented by eminent subject experts. Learn how grass fires and bushfires behave and what your family can do to reduce your risks.
Viewers can ask questions before or during the webinar, and when you register we’ll also send you a link to videos. To learn more about our presenters head to br.org.au/presenters
Note that these events are run by Bushfire Resilience Inc. Bushfire Prepare is not responsible for this event. Bushfire Prepare is promoting this event in the interests of community safety.
From the entire team at Upwey CFA, we want to pass on a very big THANK YOU to everyone who supported the 52nd Annual Jumble Sale.
Despite the prediction of poor weather for the day, the rain and strong winds didn’t arrive but the crowds certainly did and made it a huge success.
It was a hectic first hour for the crew with strong of sales that continued through the entire day. The BBQ was well supported with strong demand for sausages and hamburgers. The hot donuts were a very popular choice.
Planning for the 53rd Jumble Sale 2024 has already begun and we look forward to seeing you then.
If you burn off after the conclusion of the Fire Danger Period, please be mindful that it is easy to lose control of your small burn-off. You can refer to the CFA brochure ‘Are you burning off safely?’ to ensure your burn remains safe and legal.
Take care and make sure you have water available at all times and never leave your burn-off unattended.
Before lighting a burn-off, we urge residents to always notify their neighbours and register their burn either online via firepermits.vic.gov.au or by calling the Burn-Off Notification Line on 1800 668 511.
Always check and adhere to your council’s local laws and regulations before burning off.
Daylight Saving ends 3am Sunday 2nd April 2023.
Turn your clocks BACK 1 hour.
Upwey CFA encourages you to check your smoke alarms are in working order when daylight saving ends this Sunday. If you have a battery operated alarm, change the battery also.
Three easy steps;
An EXTREME Fire Danger Rating and a TOTAL FIRE BAN
has been issued for Central District for
Saturday 18 March 2023
which includes Upwey area.
Watch the short video below for information about extreme ratings.
For more information about fire danger ratings and total fire bans visit cfa.vic.gov.au/
Everyone at Upwey CFA is excited to announce the much loved Jumble Sale is back and will be held Saturday May 6th 2023.
A timeless tradition of the Upwey township. This once-a-year event offers an opportunity to the community to upcycle unwanted goods and score a bargain at the same time.
Keep an eye out for our flyers arriving in your letter box.
For more information, visit our facebook page
An EXTREME Fire Danger Rating has been issued for Central District for Friday 17 February 2023 which includes Upwey.
Watch the short video below for information about what an extreme rating means and what actions you should take.
For more information visit cfa.vic.gov.au/
For information about the current Fire Danger Period
For more information about burning off, visit Fire Danger Period And Restrictions
Santa will be coming to Upwey on TUESDAY 20th & WEDNESDAY 21st of December 2022.
He will depart the fire station around 6.00pm and tour the Upwey area.
There are some streets he will NOT be visiting. If you live in one of those streets we recommend you walk to the closest corner. You will hear him coming!
Visit our FACEBOOK page for more details facebook.com/UpweyCFA
The past few years we have decorated our station to bring some Christmas cheer to our community.
This year we are excited to share our contribution to Light Up Upwey with our Fire Station Gingerbread house.
Special thanks to Bunnings Scoresby for helping out with some donations that helped make the station look fantastic this year.
18 December 2022
Fat Goat CFA Fundraiser Event
Join us at The Fat Goat, 2 Morris Road Upwey, Sunday 18 December 4pm – 7 pm.
Live music, sausage sizzle and of course the fantastic range of Fat Goat beer, wine and gin.
We greatly appreciate the generosity of the Fat Goat for putting on this fund raiser event and look forward to seeing you there.
More info, visit Fat Goat facebook page
Wednesday night (16/11/2022) we did practical training on our new quicklay attack packs.
The kits carry all the equipment we need for the rapid deployment of a hose line for a fire attack inside a large building such as the Angliss Hospital, Schools or Burrinja Cultural Centre.
While this is the main purpose of the kits they offer our firefighters different methods of fire attacks at most fires we go to.
The purchase of this kit was made possible due to the wonderful community support we receive. Thank you.
A new simplified Fire Danger Rating system came into effect nationally Thursday 1st September 2022.
You will see this new system appearing on all messaging, including road side signage.
Fire Danger Ratings will be issued on days when there is a fire risk.
Each fire danger rating has a clear set of messages including the actions the community can take to reduce their risk.
Watch this short video to learn what each level means and what you need to do to stay safe. ⇒ ⇒ ⇒
Do you think this is a better system?
More about Australian Fire Danger Ratings
During the cooler months many of us dry our clothes in front of the heater.
When doing this, always remember the saying Keep Clothes A Metre From The Heater.
Some advice from CFA
Data from Fire Rescue Victoria (FRV) and Country Fire Authority (CFA) reveals Autumn and Winter are the highest risk periods for residential fires in Victoria, due in part to the increased use of home heating.
CFA Acting Chief Officer Garry Cook said home heating includes open fires, wood heaters, fixed electrical or gas-powered appliances, and portable electrical, gas, or kerosene heaters.
“More than 70 per cent of fatal house fires start in bedrooms or lounge rooms,” said A/CO Cook.
When it comes to home heating, FRV and CFA recommends:
More information visit Winter Chill Brings Increased Home Fire Risk (takes you the CFA web site).
The way we determine and communicate Fire Danger Ratings is changing.
A new national Fire Danger Rating System is being developed using the latest science to be more accurate and relevant to where you live.
The new system will be used across Australia so whether you’re at home, traveling within Victoria or interstate, you will see the same system being used.
The new Fire Danger Rating system has four levels (instead of six); Moderate, High, Extreme and Catastrophic.
There’ll be actions for each level, so you’ll know what to do to protect your life, family and property.
You’ll start seeing the new fire danger ratings online and in your local community from September 2022.
For more information visit About Fire Danger Ratings
Over the last two weeks, members of the Upwey Fire Brigade undertook live fire fighting training sessions using the CFA structure fire training prop.
Daylight Saving ends Sunday 3rd April 2022.
Turn your clocks BACK 1 hour
Upwey CFA encourages you to check your smoke alarms are in working order when daylight saving ends this Sunday.
Three easy steps;
When you‘re asleep you lose your sense of smell. A smoke alarm is your electronic nose. It will alert you if there is smoke from a fire. A small fire can grow to involve an entire room in just two to three minutes. A smoke alarm provides early warning and time to escape.
CFA recommends you have a smoke alarm installed in every living area and bedroom in your home.
Since 1 August 1997, Victorian law states that smoke alarms (complying with Australian Standards AS3786) must be installed in all homes, units, flats and townhouses. It is the responsibility of all owners and landlords to install working smoke alarms.
Homes constructed before 1 August 1997 need only standalone, battery powered smoke alarms. Homes constructed after 1 August 1997 must have smoke alarms connected to 240 volt mains power. These smoke alarms must also have a backup battery installed in the smoke alarm in case there is a loss of power.
1. TEST your smoke alarm MONTHLY
Press and hold the test button to check the alarm sounds.
2. DUST your smoke alarm ANNUALLY
Dust the alarm to ensure the vents are not obstructed.
3. CHANGE the battery ANNUALLY
Replace the 9V battery each year. Modern alarms have lithium batteries that can last 10 years.
Daylight Saving starts Sunday 3rd October 2021.
Turn your clocks FORWARD 1 hour
Upwey CFA encourages you to check your smoke alarms are in working order when daylight saving starts this Sunday.
Three easy steps;
Victoria is known as one of the most fire prone areas in the world.
If you live near dense forest, bush areas, grasslands or near the coast, it is important to prepare your property and have a fire plan ready to implement.
Five keys areas to consider are:
Click here for more information on preparing your property.
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