AFAC launches the Knowledge Web
Date Published: 2008-08-26
The 2008 AFAC/Bushfire CRC Conference saw the launch of the AFAC Knowledge Web, the fire, land management and emergency service industry’s knowledge sharing website.More about AFAC launches the Knowledge Web .
Mary Barry appointed to Committee of Management
Date Published: 2008-10-31
AFAC is pleased to announce that at the recent AFAC Annual General Meeting held in Melbourne on the 29th October 2008, Mary Barry, Chief Executive Officer of Victoria State Emergency Service was appointed as a Director of AFAC. The AFAC Council welcomes Mary to the Committee of Management.
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Longitudinal cohort study for firefighters
Date Published: 2008-08-11
Representatives from all rural and urban fire agencies and SES have met to discuss the establishment of a longitudinal cohort study of Australian firefighters.More about Longitudinal cohort study for firefighters.
Bushfire seasonal forecast
Date Published: 2008-08-11
A series of seasonal bushfire assessment workshops have taken place this year following the success of earlier meetings that have addressed the potential for bushfires to occur.More about Bushfire seasonal forecast.
CRC program review released
Date Published: 2008-08-11
The much awaited report on the review of Australia’s Cooperative Research Centres program has been released by Senator Kim Carr, the Federal Minister for Innovation, Industry, Science and Research.More about CRC program review released .
Jim Smith, NSWFB, wins Laurie Lavelle Award
Date Published: 2008-09-08
Chief Superintendent Jim Smith, NSW Fire Brigades, has been presented with the Laurie Lavelle Achiever of the Year Award at the 2008 AFAC Bushfire CRC Conference.More about Jim Smith, NSWFB, wins Laurie Lavelle Award.
2008 Conference a big success
Date Published: 2008-09-08
The 2008 AFAC Bushfire CRC Conference has been a great success with approximately 1100 delegates and 100 trade exhibitors attending the four day workshop and seminar program.More about 2008 Conference a big success.
Testing of standard map symbols
Date Published: 2008-09-18
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iPod winner announced
Date Published: 2008-10-07
Congratulations to Matthew Philpott from Tasmania Fire Service.More about iPod winner announced.
Seasonal Bushfire Outlook 2008-9
Date Published: 2008-10-21
The Australian Bureau of Metereology has released its seasonal bushfire forecast for the 2008 - 2009 Summer.More about Seasonal Bushfire Outlook 2008-9.
Proud Parks Officer killed fighting fire
Date Published: 2008-10-29
One of the local National Parks and Wildlife Service’ (NPWS) most experienced and senior fire-fighters Bryce Laut was killed during efforts to contain a wildfire in Kumbatine National Park west of Kempsey late on Sunday afternoon (26/10).More about Proud Parks Officer killed fighting fire .
$10 million for research on effects of climate change
Date Published: 2008-10-31
The Rudd Government will provide $10 million over four years to establish research networks investigating the effects of climate change on areas such as water resources, human health, emergency services, infrastructure and biodiversity.More about $10 million for research on effects of climate change.
A call to action on Environmental Responsibility
Date Published: 2008-11-13
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Smoke Toxic Assessment Guide - BCRC Update
Date Published: 2008-11-27
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One Thousand Users on AFAC Knowledge Web
Date Published: 2008-12-03
This week the Knowledge Web reached a major milestone, registering its one thousandth user.More about One Thousand Users on AFAC Knowledge Web.
Firefighter Interviews - BCRC Update
Date Published: 2008-12-03
The Bushfire CRC has released an update on the results of a series of interviews with firefighters conducted over the 2004/2005 and 2005/2006 fire seasons. These interviews were conducted as soon as possible after a shift, usually within two days of a fire.More about Firefighter Interviews - BCRC Update.
New look for Research Reports, Case Studies and Member Contribution areas
Date Published: 2008-12-05
With thanks to the valuable feedback received by our members, we’ve changed the way you can now contribute to the Knowledge Web.More about New look for Research Reports, Case Studies and Member Contribution areas.
CRC Bid Update
Date Published: 2008-12-17
Planning for the new CRC for Fire – Environment and Society has increased in recent weeks with the announcement by the Australian Government of the new guidelines for the Cooperative Research Centre Program funding.
