Stanley Fire Brigade - VIC CFA

23/09/2026

20/09/2026

Hi all, Starting to get warm! Now is the time to get fire ready! We will be delivering a fire ready pack to every household Thursday and Friday and cross checking the list.

08/09/2026

Stanley Fire Brigade.
It is Spring – the days are getting longer and warmer. We have been fortunate to have some pretty descent rain in recent weeks, but Summer is fast approaching. Minimum temperatures are well above average and most would agree that it has been a mild Winter. It is time to start getting ready for bushfire season.
The role of the Stanley Fire Brigade is to support our town in the event of a fire but to also help everyone get ready. We don’t wish to exaggerate the risks of living in a bushfire prone area or unnecessarily scare people. In the coming months we will be sharing information on our page and in forums such as the Nine Mile News to help you to get ready.
We also wish to recreate “The List”
In 2024, the Stanley Fire Brigade received an award from the Victorian Government for Community Engagement. The award recognised the creation of a list with information on Stanley residents that was invaluable when the bushfires descended on our town in 2003. We created another list in 2006 and again in 2009, leading up to the bushfire seasons.
The 2021 census identified over 350 individuals living in Stanley in under 200 properties ranging from farms/smaller holdings and smaller residential style buildings closer to the town centre. In past years over 90% of residents participated.
The list identified who was living where, a means of contact in an emergency, and your intention to - evacuate or stay and defend, with an opportunity to identify people who may be more vulnerable or at risk.
We also used the list to track people who have chosen to leave early / evacuate in the event of a Catastrophic Warning or when there is actual active fire in the area.
It would also be good to know if you are involved with a local fireguard group or have made preparations as a private operator with fire suppression equipment/appliances.
If you agree to share your details with us all information collected will be handled with sensitivity and confidentiality and not shared beyond the Stanley Brigade and would only be used in cases of emergency.
Please send the following information to
[email protected]
Name -
Address -
Contact number -
email -
People in residence -
identified vulnerable people -
Plan to evacuate or stay and defend -
Fireguard group -
And if relevant: Firefighting equipment/water supply, ability to support fire suppression in your area as a non-CFA private operator
As the Stanley Fire Brigade Community Engagement Officer, I will get back to you with any questions you may have.
Annette Nuck
Community Engagement Officer and Secretary,
Stanley Rural Fire Brigade.

I would like to share an opportunity for our local farmers:

Blaze Aid’s 2026 All Fired Up Grant Program is now open. The program supports farmers who are investing in their own fire preparedness and are ready to assist their neighbours and wider community when needed.
This is an opportunity for eligible local farmers to receive a copayment grant that covers 50% of approved costs for repairs, servicing and upgrades such as pumps, baffled water tanks, hoses, nozzles, UHF equipment, protective clothing and first aid kits.
Applications close at 5:00pm September 1st 2026. For more information, go to their website: blazeaid.com.au/all-fired-up-grant-2026
Keep your eye on our page – weekly information points will be published from Monday September 7th.
Get in touch if there is a topic you would like us to cover.

Annette Nuck
Secretary
Stanley Rural Fire Brigade.

Explore the All Fired Up Grant from BlazeAid, providing community support for farmers through funding for essential firefighting equipment. Apply now!

30/06/2026

⚠️ SEVERE WEATHER WARNING – STANLEY & SURROUNDING DISTRICTS ⚠️
The Bureau of Meteorology is forecasting heavy rain, damaging winds and thunderstorms across North East Victoria over the next 48 hours, with the worst conditions expected from Wednesday afternoon through to Thursday.
Rainfall totals of up to 100mm are possible across parts of the North East. River rises and flooding are expected, with flood watches and warnings likely to expand as the event develops.
Residents should also be aware of the potential for:
- Heavy rainfall and local flash flooding
- Damaging winds bringing down trees and powerlines
- Increased risk of landslides and debris flows in fire-affected areas
- Snow lowering to around 1000m from Friday
Now is the time to prepare:
✅ Secure loose outdoor items and prepatr your property for heavy rain and high wind.
✅ Avoid unnecessary travel during the worst of the weather.
✅ Never drive through floodwater.
✅ Stay well clear of fallen trees and powerlines.
✅ Monitor warnings via the VicEmergency App, BOM and VicTraffic for road closures.
With school holidays underway, extra traffic is expected across the region. If your travel isn't essential, consider postponing it until conditions improve.
Stay safe, monitor VicEmergency and BOM apps, and look after one another.
Stanley CFA 🚒

03/05/2026

Hi all,
The first phase of our plan to significantly reduce high fuel loads along Old Stanley Road was successfully completed yesterday, with the support of crews from Stanley and neighbouring brigades across the district. A big thank you to everyone involved in preparing for and conducting the burn - their effort and professionalism made this a safe and effective operation.Thanks also to the Stanley residents adjacent to the site who bore the brunt of the smoke and traffic - I can assure you we worked to complete the work as quickly as possible.
This section of road is particularly important, carrying telecommunications and electricity infrastructure into Stanley, and serving as a backup access route to and from Beechworth in emergencies.
During preparation works, there was an incident that resulted in a power outage, which we recognise had an impact on the community, particularly local businesses. We understand the inconvenience this caused and appreciate everyone’s patience. The circumstances around the incident are being reviewed.
The burn itself achieved its objectives and is part of an ongoing effort to reduce fire risk across the Stanley area.
Chris Baker
Captain, Stanley RFB

01/05/2026

Hi all,

FYI - across Friday (today) CFA volunteers from across the district are working to prepare Old Stanley Rd for tomorrow's planned burn. You may see CFA vehicles moving around town during the day.

27/04/2026

Please note that we are intending to conduct some roadside burning along Old Stanley Road this coming Saturday. This will depend on weather conditions, with the final decision being made on the day.

12/04/2026

**Assistance required**
Would anyone have any fire brigade photos from the past? Any dates, people and events welcome! Either send via messenger or email to [email protected] TIA 🔥🔥

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11/04/2026

Stanley Rural Fire Brigade 100 Years of Service

In 2027, the Stanley Rural Fire Brigade will celebrate 100 years of service to the Stanley community.

Planning has now commenced to honour this very special milestone, and we are inviting the Stanley community to share any photos, memorabilia and stories.

We’d love to hear your memories of 2003 and 2009. Did you participate in the demos? Are there other memories you’d like to share about our fire brigade?

Please send any information to
[email protected]
or contact Annette on 0456 687 450

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04/04/2026

A reminder for the upcoming end of the Fire Danger Period.