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High temperatures and dry conditions to elevate summer bushfire risk
Tuesday 29 November 2022
Hot and dry conditions mean large parts of Western Australia will experience a heightened bushfire risk this summer and emergency services are urging the community to be prepared. Read the full release for High temperatures and dry conditions to elevate summer bushfire risk
Hot and dry conditions mean large parts of Western Australia will experience a heightened bushfire risk this summer and emergency services are urging the community to be prepared. Read the full release for High temperatures and dry conditions to elevate summer bushfire risk
High temperatures and dry conditions to elevate summer bushfire risk
Tuesday 29 November 2022
Hot and dry conditions mean large parts of Western Australia will experience a heightened bushfire risk this summer and emergency services are urging the community to be prepared. Read the full release for High temperatures and dry conditions to elevate summer bushfire risk
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Feature Story
Bushfire safety campaign says know your risk and have a plan
Monday 14 November 2022
Western Australians are being urged to create or update a bushfire plan as we enter another unpredictable southern bushfire season.
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Awards
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Winners announced
WA Fire and Emergency Services (WAFES) Awards
Toggle more informationWA Fire and Emergency Services (WAFES) Awards
Closed 16/05/2022
Winners 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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Recipients Announced
Volunteer Employer Recognition Awards (VERAs)
Toggle more informationVolunteer Employer Recognition Awards (VERAs)
Closed 11/08/2022
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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