Golden Beach Fire Brigade

21/10/2026

Golden Beach Fire Brigade are hosting a Get Fire Ready event offering practical advice and resources to help you get ready for the fire season.

Date: Saturday 31st October

Time: 10am - 12pm

Place: Grass area near Foodworks Golden Beach

Sausage Sizzle provided on the day

What to expect at Get Fire Ready event:
Get tips on preparing your home and property
Understand Fire Danger Ratings and where to find emergency information
Learn how to create a Bushfire Survival Plan
Information, Brochures and Buckets available for you to take home
Connect with some of your local Fire brigade members

02/10/2026

DAYLIGHT SAVING REMINDER

Daylight saving time will begin at 2am this Sunday, October 04, 2026.

⏰ Clocks will go forward one hour.

⏰ It’s a great time to also change your smoke alarm batteries.

⏰ A working smoke alarm saves lives.

https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/plan-prepare/fires-in-the-home/smoke-alarms

28/09/2026

The 2026-2027 Fire Danger Period has been formally announced for CFA District 10 which includes Golden And Paradise Beach.

The Fire Danger Period (FDP) begins on MONDAY 5th OCTOBER 2026.

Once the Fire Danger Period has been declared, fire restrictions come into force. This means you cannot light a fire in the open air unless you have a permit or comply with certain requirements.
If you don't obtain a permit, you could be breaking the law and may be prosecuted.

Find out more about restrictions and what you can and can't do during the Fire Danger Period.

https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/warnings-and-restrictions/fire-bans-ratings-and-restrictions/can-i-or-can-t-i

Burning off during the Fire Danger Period

You need a permit to burn-off during the Fire Danger Period. You must also notify Triple Zero Victoria of your burn-off as contained in your permit. Otherwise brigades will be called out unnecessarily.

https://www.triplezero.vic.gov.au/

Find out more information about applying for a fire permit

https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/warnings-and-restrictions/fire-permits/fire-danger-period-permits

Contact Wellington Shire Council for more local information.

https://www.wellington.vic.gov.au/

Please do not hesitate to contact us if you require further assistance.

Official website of the Wellington Shire Council, located in the state of Victoria (Australia).

19/09/2026

Burning off?
Did you know you are not allowed to burn off if the wind is over 10km per hour? If your burn escapes your are liable for any damages.
Stop and think… “Is it safe to light a fire today?”
Always register your burn on 1800668511. If you live in a built up area you may also need a council permit. Check with the Wellington Shire.

15/07/2026

Here you go, Golden Beach… meet the brave, proud, committed Team of Female Firefighters of Golden Beach Fire Brigade. L- R
Amy Dempster, Cathy Mahoney, Lorraine Gilbert - Operational Support, Dallas Wight, Sec/Treasurer Leanne Dempster, 3rd Lt Linda Doward and Paula Grosveld

12/07/2026

The Address is wrong but you girls know where it is

24/06/2026

** FLASHING LIGHTS - SLOW TO 40 KPH**

A timely reminder to our community - when you see flashing lights roadside, you must slow down safely to 40km/h.

The rule now includes tow trucks, breakdown support and freeway or tollway incident response vehicles, as well as Emergency and enforcement vehicles - Police , Fire, Ambulance, SES , CFA and FRV.

Whether saving lives or getting you back on the road, all emergency and roadside assistance workers deserve to be safe. Help protect them so they can help you.

To find out more visit transport.vic.gov.au/flashing-lights

25/04/2026

Golden Beach Fire Brigade commemorating our ANZACs at a very moving service at Golden Beach this morning.
LEST WE FORGET

24/04/2026

This year’s gorgeous Wreath for the Brigade to lay at the Commemorative Service at Golden Beach tomorrow. Our thanks to Kate from Oz Wildflowers for this amazing arrangement ❤️
Lest We Forget