Last night (Wednesday 19/6/2024) our members were out at various locations around Upwey practicing deploying hose lines and connecting to a water supply.
This is an important drill we regularly practice so our crews can get water onto a real fire in a timely and efficient way.
Reminder. No burning off is permitted during June and July 2024.
The main body of the unit looks like a normal smoke alarm on your ceiling. The other parts are a strobe light (sight) and vibrating pad (tactile) for your bed. In the event of a fire, all alarms will sound, the lights will flash, and the vibrating pad will activate.
On September 7th 2024, 4 members from Upwey Fire Brigade will be climbing 28 floors in full structure gear and breathing apparatus weighing 25kg for the Melbourne Firefighter Stair Climb to raise donations and support cancer, depression, and suicide research.
You can help fight cancer, depression and suicide by sponsoring them via the link below. Every cent you donate goes directly towards fighting cancer through research and crisis support. All donations are tax deductible.Thank you to all our sponsors so far.
https://www.firefighterclimb.org.au/don…/donate/cfa/upwey/
If you or someone you know is experiencing suicidal thoughts or a crisis, please reach out immediately to Lifeline on 13 11 14 or contact Beyond Blue on 1300 22 4636
A timeless tradition of the Upwey township. This once-a-year event offers an opportunity for the community to upcycle unwanted goods and score a bargain buy.
Keep an eye out for our flyers arriving in your letter box.
For more information, visit our facebook page
The Fire Danger Period for Knox City Council, Manningham Council, Maroondah City Council and Yarra Ranges Council will be lifted as of 1am Monday 15th April 2023.
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.
Your local CFA Brigade can provide you with advice on how to safely burn-off, and how to best prepare yourself and your property for the next fire season.
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.
For more information
www.cfa.vic.gov.au/firedangerperiod
Upwey-Belgrave RSL
Family Fun Day &
Volunteer Expo
Saturday 16 March 2024
11:00 am – 3:00 pm
The RSL is holding a Family Fun Day & Volunteer Expo. Your local CFA fire fighters will be in attendance.
This is a community initiative by the RSL and we hope to see you there. Come and say hello.
See also Upwey-Belgrave RSL
Saturday 24th February 2024
Burrinja Live On The Lawn 2024 – 12:00pm onwards
Burrinja Cultural Centre is holding their Live On The Lawn afternoon and your Upwey CFA fire fighters will be in attendance.
This is a great community event. Hope to see you there.
See also https://www.burrinja.org.au/