Media representatives can contact the VICSES Media Line on 1300 783 933 between the hours of 6am and 10pm, seven days a week.

During large-scale emergencies, the VICSES Media Line will be available 24 hours. You can also contact the VICSES media team via email at media@ses.vic.gov.au.

To showcase the Victoria State Emergency Service, a number of events and campaigns are shared across the year. To view all our latest campaigns, visit our campaigns page

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"Thank you to all of our incredible volunteers and staff who have been part of this 50-year journey."
As VICSES celebrates its 50th anniversary this week, the organisation acknowledges the efforts of its volunteers over the past 50 years.
"Our female first responders are extraordinary, handling highly complex and challenging incidents."
Victoria State Emergency Service welcomes Robert Purcell as new Chief Executive Officer, set to commence in the role in early March.
“With further storms forecast for this week, it’s important community members remain vigilant."
“I’m so proud of the way VICSES Warragul Unit members have stood up recently to support their community in its time of need."
Peter Weeks, Irene Cracknell and Michael Delanis acknowledged for more than 120 years of combined service to Victorian communities.
“We encourage motorists travelling through the Wimmera region to stop in and enjoy a refreshment."
VICSES units in state's northeast see training capacity bolstered by community generosity.