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FDR Extreme 27 January 2025

TOTAL FIRE BAN

A Fire Danger Rating of  EXTREME announced

An EXTREME FIRE DANGER RATING will be in place for MONDAY 27 JANUARY 2025 in the CENTRAL fire district and much of the state.

You should implement your Bush Fire Plan.

For more information about the Fire Danger Ratings and what they mean to you, visit https://upweycfa.org.au/australian-fire-danger-ratings/

AFDR Extreme
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Total Fire Ban 26 December 2024

TOTAL FIRE BAN

TOTAL FIRE BAN DECLARED FOR THURSDAY 26 DECEMBER 2024

Thursday 26 Dec 2024 has been declared a day of Total Fire Ban for the whole State of Victoria.

No fires can be lit or be allowed to remain alight in the open air from 12:01 AM on Thursday 26 Dec 2024 until 11:59 PM Thursday 26 Dec 2024.

The Fire Danger Rating for Thursday 26/12/24 is EXTREME. Take action now to protect your life and property.

Stay informed: www.cfa.vic.gov.au/firebans

Total Fire Ban
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Total Fire Ban 16 December 2024

TOTAL FIRE BAN

TOTAL FIRE BAN DECLARED FOR
MONDAY 16 DECEMBER 2024

A Total Fire Ban has been declared for the Mallee, Wimmera, Northern Country, North Central, South West, Central (includes Melbourne and Geelong), and West and South Gippsland fire districts – Monday 16 December 2024.

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

The Fire Danger Rating is EXTREME.

Stay Informed About Fire Bans

Total Fire Ban
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Vale Peter Hall

Vale Peter Hall

Vale Peter Hall

It with great sadness that the Upwey Fire Brigade announces the passing of 56 year veteran Peter Hall after a very short battle with cancer.
Peter joined the brigade in April 1968 and spent the majority of his life serving and protecting the people of Upwey and Victoria. His list of achievements in the CFA is extensive.

  • Apparatus Officer
  • Communication Officer
  • Foreman
  • 2nd Lieutenant
  • 1st Lieutenant ( 22 years )
  • National Medal 3rd Clasp
  • National Emergency Medal ( 2009 fires )
  • Upwey Fire Brigade Life Membership

Peter was also the driving force behind the Anthony and Travis Hall memorial driver education fund which was formed after Peter’s two boys were tragically killed in an automobile accident. This fund has since provided defensive driver training to many young CFA members and in the process has potentially saved countless lives.

On top of all this Peter was an ever present mentor, driver educator and friend to many in the brigade and his presence around the station will be sorely missed.
The brigade sends it’s heartfelt condolences to Liz, Marcella and Peter’s extended family.
The flag in Upwey will fly at half mast from tomorrow (Sunday) to pay respect to Peter.
Funeral arrangements are unknown at this stage.

Thankyou Peter. We’ll miss you but you are with your boys again.

See our FACEBOOK page for funeral details

Vale Peter Hall
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Fire Danger Period 2024 – 2025

Fire Danger Period Declaration 2024 - 2025

Fire Danger Period starts 1am Monday 23 December 2024 for:

  • Knox City Council
  • Manningham Council
  • Maroondah Council
  • Yarra Ranges Council

Full list and maps

Fire Danger Period CFA District D13 2024 - 2025
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2nd Chance Book Sale 2024

2nd Chance Booksale

2nd Chance Booksale 2024

Join us Saturday 17th August 2024 at the  Upwey Fire Brigade 2nd Chance Booksale.

We have a big range of used books, CDs, DVDs and vinyl records available for sale with some items available from just $1-00 each.  

Doors open from 9:00am to 2:00pm.

Grab yourself a bargain, meet the wonderful volunteers from your local fire brigade and enjoy a drink or a bite to eat at the sausage sizzle. Get information about how to be fire safe.

See our events page or visit us on Facebook for more details.

Second Chance Book Sale 2024
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No Burning Off 2024

Burning Off Restrictions 2024

 

Burning Off Restictions Now In Place

Reminder. No burning off is permitted during June and July 2024.

 
No Burning Off
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Fire Danger Period Update April 2024

Fire Danger Period Update 2024

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

 
 
End of Fire Danger Period April 2024
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Fire Danger Period 2023 – 2024

Fire Danger Period 2023 - 2024

The Fire Danger Period
starts
Monday 18th December 2023
for the following municipalities

  • Knox City Council
  • Manningham Council
  • Maroondah City Council
  • Yarra Ranges Council

Restrictions on lighting fires will apply.

Prepare your property for grass and bushfires
 
More information visit CFA.VIC.GOV.AU
 
2023-2024 Fire Danger Period
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Vale Kerry OBrien

Vale Kerry O'Brien

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

Vale Kerry OBrien