DFES’ new Reward and Recognition Program is now available online via the Volunteer Portal. The online system is: more accessible – meaning you can apply for long service medals and National Medals, and nominate colleagues for Australian Honours and internal…
The ESVA along with the other volunteer associations are members of the WA Emergency Services Volunteers' Hardship Assistance Scheme. Launched in October 2015, the HAS was awarded a grant from the WA Government as start-up capital to be invested and…
DFES have recently completed a review of the SOPs regarding driving vehicles under emergency conditions. This came about due to a few incidents and near misses. For members of all VFES units, if you haven't already seen it, please make…
On the 5th of November, the Waroona Volunteer Fire and Emergency Services (VFES) held a dinner and awards presentation evening at the Waroona Bowling and Social Club. This was an opportunity for the Brigade and their partners to enjoy a…
As many volunteers are aware, DFES are producing ID cards for brigade members. The Volunteer ID Card project team are asking for brigade help in capturing photographs of members to go on the ID cards. Some brigades have been using…
EMERGENCY SERVICES VOLUNTEERS ASSOCIATION NEWSLETTER - DECEMBER 2016 WEBSITE: It is with great pleasure we advise that our new look Website is up and running. Eventually we will use this to publish information for you, the volunteer, so please have…
Sourced from ABC News WA bushfire authorities are warning complacency is shaping as a key problem in fire-prone areas around Perth this summer, as they urge residents to reduce fuel loads bolstered by a mild, wet spring. There have been…