Macclesfield Fire Brigade (CFA)

Brigade History

The fire brigade was originally formed as Avonsleigh Fire Brigade in 1948 and did not actually have a building to operate from.

Providing emergency services and community education on fires, vehicle accidents, Large Animal Rescue, and other events, for the community of Macclesfield, Victoria. When Avonsleigh Fire Brigade folded in 1951 most of the members transferred and formed Macclesfield Fire Brigade. The new location was diagonally opposite the current site. The shed was built by 4 of the brigade members out of second

hand materials and housed 2 pumps, some knapsacks and a few 44 gallon drums full of water that could be lowered on to a ute if needed. Eventually a new tin shed was built on the current site. This shed was big enough to hold one tanker. There was still no reticulated water in Macclesfield and the truck had to travel to Emerald for water. As the risks in the area increased with smaller properties, a larger population, bigger school, farming businesses and an increase in bushland more trucks were needed. The brigade members eventually built the brick building that took them through until the end of 2009. This building was literally built over the existing shed and a power pole. When the outside was completed the shed that was now on the inside was demolished along with the power pole. The hole in the roof from the pole was then patched up and could still be seen in the old station roof. This building was extended over time and only recently had toilets installed. Now with trucks getting bigger and paddocks getting smaller there had been a need for a larger station to house bigger trucks and an Ultra Light Tanker to access small paddocks and narrow driveways. The trucks parked in the old station only had a few centimetres of room to the rear and the sides. There were many near misses trying to squeeze the trucks in until one day someone didn’t miss and took out a load bearing pole supporting the roof. This highlighted the urgency in replacing the station for something that could house more vehicles, bigger vehicles and alleviate some of the OHS issues inherent in the old brick building. The new building is a modern design with excellent facilities and has a large engine bay, meeting room, separate kitchen, office, storage room as well as an area for BA, apparatus and comms equipment. Fire Stations

The current Station is located on Macclesfield Road, Macclesfield and was Opened in Mid 2010. The current site is built over the former station (albeit facing a new direction), and houses the three appliances, a BA cleaning room, large meeting room and kitchen, as well as a Communications/Incident management office. Ideally situated in the central most part of the turn out area, the Macclesfield Station was a welcome relief to the tight spaces and OH&S issues that were present in the previous station. Appliances

Macclesfield currently own 3 vehicles. A CFA provided 3.4D Tanker, with a 3000 liter water capacity. This vehicle is also fitted with the standard CFA equipment found on most Tankers, with the addition of an extra set of BA and Cylinders. This is designed to act as a relief for the area in a large incident whilst a nearby BA Van can arrive on scene. In addition to this is a privately funded Tanker 2. This vehicle has a 1000 liter tank and carries a range of equipment. A sort of Tanker-Salvage Hybrid, this carries a PPV fan, lighting, spare hoses, chainsaw's as well as various pieces of specialized equipment. The Brigade is currently looking into replacements for this vehicle. Recently the Macclesfield Brigade funded a new Ultra Light Tanker. Based on a Nissan Patrol Cab Chassis, the custom made rear section has storage lockers, water tank and decent pump. The small stature allows access to remote area's and through tight area's, of which in the area there are plenty.

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31/05/2026

Congratulations to our very own Esta Campbell who took part in the ice bucket challenge to raise awesome an money for research into treatment for MND Hills MND Big Freeze

24/05/2026

Just 2 more Hills MND Big Freeze Ice-Bucket Challengers to announce...
😁
We welcome 👏Esta Campbell 👏

You may have met Esta through Macclesfield Primary School or as a volunteer at the Macclesfield Fire Brigade (CFA).

Lets find out more about Esta -
1. Are you married, and do you have family in the hills?
🔹Yes, I am married to James Campbell — you may have seen his business signs around the hills, James’ Custom Kitchens. We have three beautiful children, one an adult doing her own thing, and two who currently attend Emerald Secondary College.
2. What did you want to be, when you were growing up? What do you do now?
🔹When I was growing up, I imagined myself becoming either a park ranger, a nightclub owner, or a band manager — quite the mix! I didn’t end up pursuing any of those paths, though. Instead, I worked in Juvenile Justice, I did outreach with the Homeless and now I’m an ES (Education Support) at Macclesfield Primary School.
3. What 3 things would you want if you were stranded on a desert island?
🔹A water purifier, a hammock and my Multi tool.
4. What is the best movie you have seen?
🔹My all time favourite is The Power of One. The quote, “A waterfall begins from only one drop of water” has always resonated with me. It’s a beautiful reminder that even the smallest actions can grow into something powerful and meaningful.
5. What is your most annoying habit? Or something people find annoying/funny about you?
🔹I’m not sure, I’ll ask my husband…
My kid's teacher once told me I'm the squeakiest wheel he's ever met! When it comes to looking out for my kids, I'll move mountains to support them (comment kindly added by Damien Jones 😊)
6. What is your nickname?
🔹My closest friends call me Est. There is another one that my brigade has just found out about, but I’m not willing to share that, just yet! 😄

Thanks for representing our amazing Emergency Services Esta, we appreciate your support!

To support Esta, you can donate here: https://support.fightmnd.org.au/fundraisers/estacampbell/diy-big-freeze

Walk To Paradise
Sunday 31st May
1pm warm up start at Puffing Billy carpark

24/04/2026

It was great to be able to catch up and train with some of our neighbouring brigades! Each brigade potentially needa to support each other during calls, and have different equipment and training, giving us all a wide range of resources to assist the community with!

30/03/2026

ENDING OF THE FIRE DANGER PERIOD

As of today, for the Yarra Ranges Shire, this past summer's Fire Danger Period has ended 🔥 this means that fires for fuel reduction purposes can now be lit, and other activities of fire risk can be undertaken without added precautions (BBQing, chainsawing, etc.). Please make sure that:
✅You are following the rules for burning off set by the Yarra Ranges Council at https://www.yarraranges.vic.gov.au/Our-services/Climate-and-environment/Burning-off
❌You are no longer following CFA's Can I, Can't I rules.

❗️For the small number of properties within our response area that fall into the Cardinia Shire, the wait is almost over! The Fire Danger Period will end of the 7th of April at 1am

23/03/2026

The autumn planned burning program has started and there will be smoke in the air on days suitable for burning. The fire danger period ends on 30 march in Macclesfield. Private burn piles can be lit from that day onwards providing conditions are safe to burn. (Also includes the following Council areas, Yarra Ranges, Knox, Manningham and Maroondah)

14/02/2026

Happy Valentines Day

10/02/2026

Tomorrow (11/2) has been declared a Total Fire Ban for the Central district. This means that no fire can be lit, or remain alight during the 11th of February 🚫🔥

Tomorrow is also at an Extreme Fire Danger Rating, so now is the time to ensure you are prepared with your fire plan and ready to enact it. It is also a reminder to have VicEmergency downloaded and set up on your phone📱

A Total Fire Ban has been declared for the Central, Mallee, North Central, North East, Northern Country, West & South Gippsland and Wimmera districts for Wednesday 11 February 2026.

No fires can be lit, or be allowed to remain alight, in the open air from 12:01 AM until 11:59 PM.

More information is available at www.cfa.vic.gov.au/firebans

26/01/2026

Tomorrow (27/1) has been declared a Total Fire Ban for the Central district. This means that no fire can be lit, or remain alight during the 27th of January 🚫🔥

Tomorrow is also at an Extreme Fire Danger Rating, so now is the time to ensure you are prepared with your fire plan and ready to enact it. It is also a reminder to have VicEmergency downloaded and set up on your phone📱

A Total Fire Ban has been declared for the whole State of Victoria on Tuesday 27 January 2026.

No fires can be lit, or be allowed to remain alight, in the open air from 12:01 AM until 11:59 PM. More information: www.cfa.vic.gov.au/firebans

23/01/2026

23/01/2026

Tomorrow (24/1) has been declared a Total Fire Ban for the Central district. This means that no fire can be lit, or remain alight during the 24th of January 🚫🔥

Now is the time to ensure you are prepared with your fire plan and ready to enact it. It is also a reminder to have VicEmergency downloaded and set up on your phone📱

A Total Fire Ban has been declared for the whole state of Victoria - Saturday 24 January 2026.

No fires can be lit, or be allowed to remain alight, in the open air from 12:01 AM until 11:59 PM. more information: www.cfa.vic.gov.au/firebans

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