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Vaccination requirements for fire and emergency services workers removed
Friday 3 June 2022
Following the latest public health advice, mandatory vaccination requirements for fire and emergency services workers, including volunteers, will no longer be in force from Friday, 10 June 2022. Read the full release for Vaccination requirements for fire and emergency services workers removed
Following the latest public health advice, mandatory vaccination requirements for fire and emergency services workers, including volunteers, will no longer be in force from Friday, 10 June 2022. Read the full release for Vaccination requirements for fire and emergency services workers removed
Vaccination requirements for fire and emergency services workers removed
Friday 3 June 2022
Following the latest public health advice, mandatory vaccination requirements for fire and emergency services workers, including volunteers, will no longer be in force from Friday, 10 June 2022. Read the full release for Vaccination requirements for fire and emergency services workers removed
Feature Story
Marine Rescue Jurien Bay save three men in dangerous conditions after their yacht capsized
Friday 27 May 2022
Marine Rescue Jurien Bay volunteers braved stormy weather conditions to save the lives of three sailors.
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Awards
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Finalists announced
WA Fire and Emergency Services (WAFES) Awards
Toggle more informationWA Fire and Emergency Services (WAFES) Awards
Closed 16/05/2022
Finalists announced
The WAFES Awards honour the achievements of DFES volunteers, career firefighters, corporate staff and operational staff who have shown exceptional dedication to duty within the past twelve months.
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Nominations Closed
Resilient Australia Awards
Toggle more informationResilient Australia Awards
Closed 14/06/2022
Nominations Closed
The Resilient Australia Awards celebrate and promote initiatives that build whole of community resilience to disasters and emergencies around Australia.
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Recipients Announced
Volunteer Employer Recognition (VERA) Awards
Toggle more informationVolunteer Employer Recognition (VERA) Awards
Closed 16/08/2021
Recipients Announced
The VERA Awards acknowledge the important contribution made by employers and self-employed volunteers in the delivery of emergency services in Western Australia.
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Recipients Announced
Youth Programs Awards
Toggle more informationYouth Programs Awards
Closed 08/07/2021
Recipients Announced
The Youth Programs Awards recognise those who have made a significant contribution to emergency services youth programs, DFES, and/or their local community through their actions, programs or initiatives.
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Recipients Announced
Australian Honours and Awards
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Closed 08/07/2021
Recipients Announced
DFES staff and volunteers are eligible to apply or nominate for honours and awards administered by the Australian Honours and Awards Secretariat in Canberra. This system recognises the outstanding service and contributions of Australians.
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Events
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WA Fire and Emergency Services (WAFES) Conference
Toggle more informationWA Fire and Emergency Services (WAFES) Conference
This annual event celebrates the collaboration and camaraderie of our emergency services as we work towards creating a safer State. Find out more.
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International Firefighters’ Day
Toggle more informationInternational Firefighters’ Day
International Firefighters’ Day is observed on the 4th of May each year. On this day we pay our respects to volunteer and career firefighters who have lost their lives in the line of duty. Find out more.
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National Volunteer Week
Toggle more informationNational Volunteer Week
National Volunteer Week is a chance for us to celebrate and recognise the vital work of our emergency services volunteers and to formally thank them for their enormous contribution to the community.
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