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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This will be a co-located facility for both VICSES and CFA volunteers which will only strengthen and refine our emergency response."
VICSES Wedderburn Unit to receive brand-new, state-of-the-art rescue resource.
“At VICSES Yarrawonga Unit, we pride ourselves on the inclusive and welcoming culture we’ve cultivated over many years."
Desmond O'Meara (centre) was recognised for more than 45 years of service to the VICSES Yarrawonga Unit.
“As emergency service providers, it’s vital we continue to learn and build on our response capacity."
Numurkah Staff Ride participants visited the VICSES Numurkah Unit.
VICSES Marong Unit volunteers have been honoured at the National Search and Rescue Awards ceremony in Sydney.
VICSES Marong Unit award recipients Peter and Steve
Victorians urged to prepare for adverse weather with potentially severe localised storms forecast across the state.
“The Great ShakeOut participation provides the opportunity to increase awareness of earthquake safety within our community.”
VICSES Glen Eira Unit volunteer Jake Schachter watches on as Jasmine Lewkowicz joins Gardenvale Primary School students in ducking for cover to simulate an earthquake response.
“Simply asking R U OK? can often give others the freedom to speak openly about what they’re experiencing."
VICSES Chief Officer Operations Tim Wiebusch addresses the crowd at VICSES Heidelberg Unit for the R U OK? Conversation Convoy on 9 October.
“Having a presence at the Melbourne Royal Show is a fantastic way for VICSES to connect directly with community members."
VICSES members celebrate taking home silver in the 2024 Melbourne Royal Show Exhibitor Awards.