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Pomonal residents reflect on the community’s strength during and after bushfires swept through their town.

Victoria is facing an increased risk of fire across much of the state this summer and our aerial firefighting fleet is ready to respond, with 54 dedicated aircraft positioned across the state to support firefighting efforts.

Read about the Australian Seasonal Bushfire Outlook for the 2024–25 summer period

Read more about the initiatives achieving national recognition in the resilience space.

Victorian firefighters, students, and aviation team members can now train with a new flight simulator for fighting fires, the first of its kind in the world.

Victoria’s far west and southwest are preparing for an increased fire risk this spring following an unusually dry autumn and winter. The Australian Seasonal Bushfire Outlook for Spring 2024 highlights the potential for an early start to the bushfire season in these areas, extending through the Wimmera, Grampians National Park and the Mallee.

Read about our highly skilled staff who are travelling to Canada to support the country’s efforts against the devastating bushfires.

On Wednesday 12 June 2024, industry and government representatives from across Victoria’s critical infrastructure sectors came together to network, share ideas and discuss common challenges at the All Sectors Resilience Network Forum.

Congratulations to our Victorian emergency services personnel who have been recognised for their outstanding contribution to the community in this year’s King’s Birthday Honours List.

Submissions are open for this year's Resilient Australia Awards until 31 May 2024.