Gavin Freeman AFSM, FIFireE, GAICD

The 7th of February is the 15-year anniversary of Black Saturday – a harrowing event that was amongst the worst fires in Australian history. Today, we remember the 173 lives lost and reflect on the impact of the fires, which continues to be felt to this day.

Today, at the eleventh hour, on the eleventh day, of the eleventh month, we remember those who served our country in times of need, and who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. Lest we forget

FRV’s thoughts are with our emergency services colleagues at this very challenging time. A reminder of the sacrifices made in service of the community.

Privileged today to discuss FRV’s work with Victoria’s Governor, Her Excellency Professor the Honourable Margaret Gardner AC.

Very proud of our women firefighters today as the support coordination team won the people’s choice poster award at AFAC 23…. Well done everyone

Today we say goodbye to Andrew Crisp, who finishes up as Emergency Services Commissioner after five years. He said "its been a privilege working with community and the amazing people who make up our emergency management sector". All the best, Andrew.

(1/3) Meet 2023 Junior Triple Zero Hero, Harper 🏆 Six-year-old Harper was home with her mum when her mum suddenly collapsed. Harper called Triple Zero (000) and when speaking with ESTA Call-Taker Sigrid, she described exactly what happened.

Congratulations to Rick Nugent APM on his appointment as Victoria’s Emergency Management Commissioner. Rick’s experience in emergency management distinguishes him as a leader in the sector. FRV looks forward to working with Rick, continuing to keep Victorians safe

Today FRV said good bye to 3 legends Brendan, Dave and Ken it was a privilege to be there @CommissionerFRV @DEECA_Vic

Farewell to 3 of Victoria’s longest serving firefighters. Deputy Commissioners David Bruce, Brendan Angwin and Ken Brown. So proud and humbled to be a part of their retirement ceremony today. Thank you for a combined 120 years outstanding service to Victoria.

This week FRV are again presenting Australian Honors and FRV Long and Good Service Awards to witness and celebrate the dedication of our staff serving the Victorian community. Congratulations to all! We thank you for your service.

Congratulations Roy

Congratulations Dawn and Paul, thank you for everything you do.

We’re on site at the Emergency Services Charity Football Match! The combined @AmbulanceVic and FRV Women’s team had success over @VictoriaPolice The Dizzy Smith cup featuring FRV v Vic Police is now underway. Go team!

Today, A huge thanks to FRV firefighters & everyone that supports them to protect Victorians. 🙏🏻CFA Vic SES,VicPol, AV, FFMVic, LSV & ESTA 000 our partners in serving our community and special thanks to the families of our responders who make it possible to do what they do!

Congratulations to Gavin Freeman who has today been awarded the status of Certified Strategic Commander! @FRVDepCom @CEO_AFAC @EMProfession

The world is a small place! Visiting our ICCs in East Gippsland. In Orbost was the Northern Rockies Incident Management team from the US. I worked with this team in Montana on one of my deployments to the US. All doing an awesome job alongside Victorians and meeting marsupials!

I am taking part in the Melbourne Coastrek 2020 - 60km. Please support my trek to support mental health and wellbeing! coastrek.com.au/s/16453/17512/t

So very humbling to be able to be a part of the Learmonth -Addington Brigade awards luncheon today. Over 600 years of service recognised along with CFA and Brigade life memberships. #CFAstrong