The Brigade Operating Procedures (version 1) have been finalised. A permanent link is under "Useful Documents" on the right sidebar.
Geoff
Sunday, June 27, 2010
Rod Holland AFSM
Hi all,
Please find link below to a CFA Connect story on Rod Holland’s AFSM
http://www.cfaconnect.net.au/index.php?option=com_k2&view=item&id=2165:&Itemid=42
Rod is a most deserving recipient of the AFSM, so congratulations Rod!
Regards
Kris Perkovic
Media & Marketing Coordinator
CFA Outer Metro Norwest Area
Please find link below to a CFA Connect story on Rod Holland’s AFSM
http://www.cfaconnect.net.au/index.php?option=com_k2&view=item&id=2165:&Itemid=42
Rod is a most deserving recipient of the AFSM, so congratulations Rod!
Regards
Kris Perkovic
Media & Marketing Coordinator
CFA Outer Metro Norwest Area
Wednesday, June 16, 2010
Chainsaw Chaps
Lisal has organised the following deals for Husqvarna chain saw chaps:
1. A black, generic, non labelled pair which meet Australian Standards. They have the small zip down the back which covers the calf. Cost is usually $160 but we can get them for $149.
2. The 'pro' option. They meet the same standards and offer the same protection as the pair above but these have the buckles down the back rather than the zips. They are black with lime down the bottom (they sound lovely!!). Cost is usually $209 but we can get them for $195.
Both pairs come in 3 sizes: short, regular or tall. He explained that for somebody who is 5’6, the regular pair is suitable. For taller than 5’6 you will need the talls and shorter than 5’6, go for short.
If we put in a decent order he may be able to push prices down another few dollars per pair but apparently the margins are low on this product.
If you are interested in purchasing a pair, contact Lisal at lisaldorricott@bigpond.com
1. A black, generic, non labelled pair which meet Australian Standards. They have the small zip down the back which covers the calf. Cost is usually $160 but we can get them for $149.
2. The 'pro' option. They meet the same standards and offer the same protection as the pair above but these have the buckles down the back rather than the zips. They are black with lime down the bottom (they sound lovely!!). Cost is usually $209 but we can get them for $195.
Both pairs come in 3 sizes: short, regular or tall. He explained that for somebody who is 5’6, the regular pair is suitable. For taller than 5’6 you will need the talls and shorter than 5’6, go for short.
If we put in a decent order he may be able to push prices down another few dollars per pair but apparently the margins are low on this product.
If you are interested in purchasing a pair, contact Lisal at lisaldorricott@bigpond.com
Minutes - General Meeting - 7 June 2010
Thanks very much to Sue A for writing them up.
Next general meeting is Monday 2 August 19:30 Arthurs Creek station.
Saturday, June 12, 2010
Training Calendars
Updated training calendars have been published:
If you are interested in any of the training, contact Andrew Alford. Note that all training applications need to be approved by the BMT.
Training calendars are always avaiable at CFA Online: https://cfaonline.cfa.vic.gov.au/mycfa/Show?pageId=courseCalendar
If you don't have a login yet, contact Geoff Schmidt to get it activated.
District 14 Overview document
Hello all,
With the imminent move to the new CFA district boundaries, Region 14 has produced a document that provides a quick overview of the new District 14.
This document is a handy reference for outgoing transitioning brigades (Wallan, Mt Macedon, Romsey and Bacchus groups) and provides an update for existing Region 14 brigades.
The District 14 Overview is attached as a colour PDF but will also be mailed out as a hard copy document to all brigades early next week.
There have been a number workshops between Directorates and Areas over the last week to refine transitional arrangements. The results will be communicated out over the next few weeks
Kind regards
Gill Metz
With the imminent move to the new CFA district boundaries, Region 14 has produced a document that provides a quick overview of the new District 14.
This document is a handy reference for outgoing transitioning brigades (Wallan, Mt Macedon, Romsey and Bacchus groups) and provides an update for existing Region 14 brigades.
The District 14 Overview is attached as a colour PDF but will also be mailed out as a hard copy document to all brigades early next week.
There have been a number workshops between Directorates and Areas over the last week to refine transitional arrangements. The results will be communicated out over the next few weeks
Kind regards
Gill Metz
Region 14 Newsletter
Hi all,
Please find attached the June edition of the Region 14 newsletter. If you could pass this onto members or make available at your brigade that would be appreciated.
Regards
Kris Perkovic
Media & Marketing Coordinator
CFA Outer Metro Norwest Area
Please find attached the June edition of the Region 14 newsletter. If you could pass this onto members or make available at your brigade that would be appreciated.
Regards
Kris Perkovic
Media & Marketing Coordinator
CFA Outer Metro Norwest Area
Knox Group Specialist Appliance Show and Tell - Sun Jun 20
Hello everyone
Please find attached the following in relation to the Knox Group Specialist Appliance Show and Tell on Sunday 20 June at Knox Park:
1. A SMEACS briefing note
2. Notice board Flyer for your station
3. A listing of the appliances expected to attend on the day subject to operational requirements.
Many of you have made contact with members of other regions, groups and brigades in relation to this event however I do not have email addresses for many of these contacts so I need you to pass this email on to anyone who you have been in contact with who needs to know details for the event.
If you have any questions at all please don't hesitate to contact me by email or phone.
Thanks and regards
Ian Atherton
DGO3 & Group Training Officer
Knox Group
Please find attached the following in relation to the Knox Group Specialist Appliance Show and Tell on Sunday 20 June at Knox Park:
1. A SMEACS briefing note
2. Notice board Flyer for your station
3. A listing of the appliances expected to attend on the day subject to operational requirements.
Many of you have made contact with members of other regions, groups and brigades in relation to this event however I do not have email addresses for many of these contacts so I need you to pass this email on to anyone who you have been in contact with who needs to know details for the event.
If you have any questions at all please don't hesitate to contact me by email or phone.
Thanks and regards
Ian Atherton
DGO3 & Group Training Officer
Knox Group
Weekly Media Report
Hi all,
Please find attached this week’s Media Report. As usual, if you could pass this on to members that would be appreciated
I have also attached an opinion piece by Tony Cutcliffe in the Australian (3 June 2010) and provided a CFA Connect link to the response from the VFBV. The first two pars are also provided below:
CUTCLIFFE INSULTS VOLUNTEERS
Tony Cutcliffe (“Many must share the bushfire blame” The Australian, 3 June) claims the volunteer based CFA “has been diluted by an influx of urban cowboys who cannot be allowed anywhere near a fire”.
In doing so, he insults 10,000 CFA volunteers serving in 200 brigades across Melbourne. Those volunteers provide professional standards of fire and emergency response 24 hours a day, every day of the year, to sixty percent of the metropolitan area.
More here: http://tinyurl.com/2cokr4b
Regards
Kris Perkovic
Media & Marketing Coordinator
Please find attached this week’s Media Report. As usual, if you could pass this on to members that would be appreciated
I have also attached an opinion piece by Tony Cutcliffe in the Australian (3 June 2010) and provided a CFA Connect link to the response from the VFBV. The first two pars are also provided below:
CUTCLIFFE INSULTS VOLUNTEERS
Tony Cutcliffe (“Many must share the bushfire blame” The Australian, 3 June) claims the volunteer based CFA “has been diluted by an influx of urban cowboys who cannot be allowed anywhere near a fire”.
In doing so, he insults 10,000 CFA volunteers serving in 200 brigades across Melbourne. Those volunteers provide professional standards of fire and emergency response 24 hours a day, every day of the year, to sixty percent of the metropolitan area.
More here: http://tinyurl.com/2cokr4b
Regards
Kris Perkovic
Media & Marketing Coordinator
Discounted ticket offer
Hi all,
Ticketmaster have kindly offered all CFA members special discounted tickets to ‘Candy Man’ at the Arts Centre, Playhouse for two weeks only.
SPECIAL OFFER:
‘A’ and ‘B’ Reserve tickets only $29.00 to the following shows:
-Wednesday 16 June at 1pm
-Thursday 17 June at 1pm & 7.30pm
-Friday 18 June at 7.30pm
-Wednesday 23 June at 1pm & 7.30pm
-Thursday 24 June at 7.30pm
-Friday 25 June at 7.30pm
To purchase tickets, FAX (03 9699 5835) or E-MAIL (groups.vic@ticketmaster.com.au) the attached order form.
For more information on the show, visit http://www.candymanshow.com.au/home.htm.
Hurry, as there are only limited seats available!!
Thanks,
CFA Events
Ticketmaster have kindly offered all CFA members special discounted tickets to ‘Candy Man’ at the Arts Centre, Playhouse for two weeks only.
SPECIAL OFFER:
‘A’ and ‘B’ Reserve tickets only $29.00 to the following shows:
-Wednesday 16 June at 1pm
-Thursday 17 June at 1pm & 7.30pm
-Friday 18 June at 7.30pm
-Wednesday 23 June at 1pm & 7.30pm
-Thursday 24 June at 7.30pm
-Friday 25 June at 7.30pm
To purchase tickets, FAX (03 9699 5835) or E-MAIL (groups.vic@ticketmaster.com.au) the attached order form.
For more information on the show, visit http://www.candymanshow.com.au/home.htm.
Hurry, as there are only limited seats available!!
Thanks,
CFA Events
Flag Message for The Queen’s Birthday
14 June 2010
In accordance with flag protocol, on the occasion of Her Majesty The Queen’s Birthday, the flying of the Australian National Flag is requested. Please fly or display the Australian National Flag on Monday 14 June 2010 to celebrate The Queen’s Birthday.
Thank you for your assistance.
Regards
Julie
In accordance with flag protocol, on the occasion of Her Majesty The Queen’s Birthday, the flying of the Australian National Flag is requested. Please fly or display the Australian National Flag on Monday 14 June 2010 to celebrate The Queen’s Birthday.
Thank you for your assistance.
Regards
Julie
Saturday, June 5, 2010
Tanker Plumbing Diagram
Peter Jenkinson had produced the attached diagram some time ago, and it has recently been unearthed again.
It might be useful as a refresher and for those still trying to get their head around setting up for draughting.
It might be useful as a refresher and for those still trying to get their head around setting up for draughting.
Things of interest
Dear Auxiliary members and friends,
It was really good to see so many at last night's meeting and pizza night.
I'm attaching a flier with a scan of the quilt that we discussed last night. Kay has kindly agreed to sell tickets at Workin' Clobber so can you please support the raffle by buying your tickets there or collect a book of tickets from Kay or Lois to sell yourselves.
The Remnants Craft Group made two quilts last year - one for us and one for Dixons Creek and members are interested in being kept up to date with its progress. Dixons Creek had a "blind auction" and raised $1000 - Fergusson Winery won it and now have it on display. Half that amount would be really nice!
David has asked me to let you know that it looks like the Brigade is getting a new vehicle to replace Tanker 1 hopefully before the end of the year. The vehicle is a 3.4D crew cab. This four wheel drive vehicle holds 3500 litres of water compared with our present truck's 2000 litres. This state of the art truck is currently at Caroline Springs.
To keep up with Brigade News please remember to access the blog
http://acrfb.blogspot.com/
http://acrfb-community.blogspot.com/
Regards
Gayle
It was really good to see so many at last night's meeting and pizza night.
I'm attaching a flier with a scan of the quilt that we discussed last night. Kay has kindly agreed to sell tickets at Workin' Clobber so can you please support the raffle by buying your tickets there or collect a book of tickets from Kay or Lois to sell yourselves.
The Remnants Craft Group made two quilts last year - one for us and one for Dixons Creek and members are interested in being kept up to date with its progress. Dixons Creek had a "blind auction" and raised $1000 - Fergusson Winery won it and now have it on display. Half that amount would be really nice!
David has asked me to let you know that it looks like the Brigade is getting a new vehicle to replace Tanker 1 hopefully before the end of the year. The vehicle is a 3.4D crew cab. This four wheel drive vehicle holds 3500 litres of water compared with our present truck's 2000 litres. This state of the art truck is currently at Caroline Springs.
To keep up with Brigade News please remember to access the blog
http://acrfb.blogspot.com/
http://acrfb-community.blogspot.com/
Regards
Gayle
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