Emergency Services

In the event of a fire emergency please call "000"

The Shire of Victoria Plains has a Firebreak and Fuel Reduction Notice to ensure safe and controlled harvesting operations throughout the Shire.

It is crucial residents are aware of these notices as fines may be incurred otherwise.

The Shire of Victoria Plains, Fire Control Officers are responsible for the issuing of Fire Permits and their contact details can be obtained from the Shire office on (08) 9628 7004 during office hours.

Fire Control Officers

SoVP FCO listing 2022_2023

Fire hazard reduction notice (s. 33 Bush Fire Act 1954)

s. 33 Notice Victoria Plains

Emergency Management

Victoria Plains LEMA

Harvest ban SMS register

Register for Harvest ban SMS

Remove My Details

If you wish to remove your contact details from the Harvest and Vehicle Movement Ban SMS database, please call (08) 9628 7004.

Total Fire Ban

Total Fire Ban

Gazetted Burning Periods

The Shire of Victoria Plains has four (4) blocks of gazetted burning periods.  All dates advertised are at the discretion of the Chief Fire Control Officer and the Chief Executive Officer and may be subject to change due to weather conditions.

To view the Shire of Victoria Plains gazetted burning periods please click here.

Volunteering

Midwest BFB Training Calendar 2023

Course Descriptions

Volunteer Hub

Emergency Services Volunteer Membership Application Form

Training Standards

Spontaneous volunteers (farmer response)

Spontaneous Volunteer Requirements

Spontaneous Volunteer Bush Fire Training

Spontaneous Volunteer FAQ

Private Equipment Guide

Plans

Victoria Plains Bushfire Risk Management PlanV1

Useful Links

Alerts & Warnings

4 Day Fire Danger Ratings

Red Cross Preparing for Emergencies