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Prepare for the unpredictable: get ready now for storm season
Friday 6 May 2022
The Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES) is urging Western Australians to prepare now for storm season, with the Bureau of Meteorology advising that the first severe cold front of the season could hit parts of the State as early as next week. Read the full release for Prepare for the unpredictable: get ready now for storm season
The Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES) is urging Western Australians to prepare now for storm season, with the Bureau of Meteorology advising that the first severe cold front of the season could hit parts of the State as early as next week. Read the full release for Prepare for the unpredictable: get ready now for storm season
Prepare for the unpredictable: get ready now for storm season
Friday 6 May 2022
The Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES) is urging Western Australians to prepare now for storm season, with the Bureau of Meteorology advising that the first severe cold front of the season could hit parts of the State as early as next week. Read the full release for Prepare for the unpredictable: get ready now for storm season
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Planned burns prove pivotal during bushfire season
Friday 29 April 2022
In a bushfire prone State like Western Australia, planned burns are essential to minimise the impacts of bushfires.
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Awards
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Nominations Closed
WA Fire and Emergency Services (WAFES) Awards
Toggle more informationWA Fire and Emergency Services (WAFES) Awards
Closed 16/05/2022
Nominations Closed
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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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
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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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Nominations Open
Events
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WA Fire and Emergency Services (WAFES) Conference
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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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