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Latest News
More than a century of service celebrated at VICSES Yarrawonga Unit
“At VICSES Yarrawonga Unit, we pride ourselves on the inclusive and welcoming culture we’ve cultivated over many years."
VICSES members take learnings from 2012 major regional flood event
“As emergency service providers, it’s vital we continue to learn and build on our response capacity."
VICSES Marong Unit volunteers celebrated for life-saving rescue
VICSES Marong Unit volunteers have been honoured at the National Search and Rescue Awards ceremony in Sydney.
Storm risk prompts calls for communities to prepare
Victorians urged to prepare for adverse weather with potentially severe localised storms forecast across the state.
Victorian Earthquakes lead to participation in world’s largest drill
“The Great ShakeOut participation provides the opportunity to increase awareness of earthquake safety within our community.”
VICSES Heidelberg Unit adds to vital R U OK? conversation
“Simply asking R U OK? can often give others the freedom to speak openly about what they’re experiencing."
VICSES members build community resilience at Melbourne Royal Show
“Having a presence at the Melbourne Royal Show is a fantastic way for VICSES to connect directly with community members."
Emergency Service volunteers unite for national rescue challenge
“Events like the National Disaster Rescue Challenge are extremely important for volunteers to build their rescue capability."
VICSES volunteers boost community flood literacy at Elmore Field Days
“The Elmore Field Days are a great opportunity for our volunteers to engage with members of communities from far and wide."
Female volunteers build peninsula presence with networking event
“It was wonderful to see so many members at different stages of their volunteering life sharing their experiences with the group."
VICSES members to bring competitive spark to annual sporting event
“With more than 40 events to choose from, we encourage our members to register and get involved where possible."
Volunteers prove Stawell’s gift after more than 50 years of service
“As a VICSES volunteer, you look out for your members the same way you would your family."
VICSES Mildura Unit celebrates 45 years of service to Sunraysia
“Our VICSES Mildura Unit is filled with willing volunteers committed to supporting their community in times of emergency."
VICSES volunteers turnout to support life-changing stair climb cause
"It’s fantastic to see a number of our VICSES volunteers stepping it up and getting behind these important causes."
Week of destructive winds see VICSES volunteers Spring into action
”Our VICSES volunteers have provided tremendous support to communities across Victoria over the last week."
Major winter storm front approaches after a busy few days for volunteers
Community members urged to prepare their properties as major gusts forecast.
VICSES volunteers bolster search capacity with large-scale exercise
VICSES volunteers have strengthened their search capacity, as part of a multi-agency exercise earlier this week.
Female Unit Controllers leave their mark on local history
Inaugural female Unit Controllers take control at VICSES Maryborough and Frankston Units.
Land unveiled for brand-new VICSES Kilmore Unit facility
New state-of-the-art headquarters slated to be completed in 2026.
Wintry conditions prompt safe driving call for motorists across Victoria
“With many of the state’s elevated peaks now boasting snow, it’s a timely reminder to slow down and take care."
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