Footy fans can show their support this weekend for those on the frontline of Victoria’s response to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, bushfires, storms and many other emergencies that affect communities.
The Australian Seasonal Bushfire Outlook indicates Victoria will have a “normal” fire season in 2020-21, however possible spring rainfall is likely to have an impact on fire potential in the lead up to and over summer.
Victoria’s emergency services are once again set to receive a boost via the opening of the 2020-21 Volunteer Emergency Services Equipment Program (VESEP) grants.
Victoria's emergency management regions can now begin developing their new regional emergency management plans (REMPs), with all eight regional emergency management planning committees (REMPCs) electing chairpersons.
Fire Rescue Victoria (FRV) has become operational today, bringing together all MFB career firefighters and staff with CFA career firefighters and relevant support staff.