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New recruits bolster firefighting resources

FOREST Fire Management Victoria’s newest recruits are gearing up for the summer bushfire season, undertaking intensive training camps across the state. The training camps ensure seasonal forest and fire operations officers are well-prepared to respond to emergencies and carry out vital work to reduce bushfire risk. This summer, FFMVic will welcome 636 seasonal firefighters who […]

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