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Honouring the women in emergency roles

The important role of women who work in emergency incident management is in the spotlight this Australasian Women in Emergencies Day (AWED).

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Memories of meeting the Queen

Following the announcement of Queen Elizabeth II’s death, Forest Fire Management Victoria’s Senior Aviation Officer Bryan Rees took time to reflect on his 2000 meeting with Her Majesty and the Duke of Edinburgh.

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Supporting Gippsland community in emergencies

Kate Biles has stood alongside her local community through bushfires, storm, flood, and is continuing to serve the Gippsland region as a Bushfire Recovery Team Leader.

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Using science and tech to manage the effects of smoke

It’s National Science Week – Australia’s annual celebration of science and technology. For Dr Kerryn McTaggart, science and technology intersect in her career forecasting and managing smoke events.

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The allure of working outdoors sealed deal to apply

Seasonal project firefighters (PFF) complement Forest Fire Management Victoria’s (FFMVic) permanent firefighting staff with many, like Darby Walker, loving the diversity of the work.

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Working in the office one day, helping protect the environment the next

A desire to contribute something positive to his community and protect the environment led Jake Randall to apply for a Fire Support Officer (FSO) role with Forest Fire Management Victoria.

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Career takes new turn with Rapid Risk Assessment Team

One of DELWP’s long-serving employees says she enjoys still learning new things after more than 30 years with the Department.

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It is important to speak up to #breakthebias

International Women's Day (IWD) each year provides an opportunity to reinforce that everyone has a role to play in forging a more equal world.

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Let your reputation do the talking

International Women’s Day is a day of celebration for Estrella Melero, a Senior Bushfire Risk Analyst with the Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning, leading the taskforce into enhancing how FFMVic approaches bushfire risk.

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