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THE Country Fire Authority (CFA) is encouraging members to compete in this year’s State Firefighter Championships.<\/p>\n

The competition will be held in Mooroopna across two weekends in March. The urban junior state championships will be held Saturday 22 and Sunday 23 March, and the senior urban, junior rural, and senior rural events will be held the following weekend.<\/p>\n

CFA Chief Officer Jason Heffernan said the championships are an integral part of the CFA.<\/p>\n

“The championships are a great way to show the endurance and reliability of brigades as well as promoting leadership, mental wellbeing, and physical fitness with all competitors celebrated for having a go,” he said.<\/p>\n

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Some junior members of the Napoleons-Enfield Fire Brigade becoming state record breakers in 2023.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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“It’s also a great way for the community to see what we do and hopefully we can inspire them to join their local brigades.<\/p>\n

“I highly recommend brigades to get involved in the event which includes practical firefighting activities using hoses, hydrants and other equipment. It’s also fantastic for teamwork and comradeship.”<\/p>\n

Interested brigades must register by Sunday 16 February at bit.ly\/4aJ3Y9k.<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

THE Country Fire Authority (CFA) is encouraging members to compete in this year’s State Firefighter Championships. The competition will be held in Mooroopna across two weekends in March. The urban junior state championships will be held Saturday 22 and Sunday 23 March, and the senior urban, junior rural, and senior rural events will be held […]<\/p>\n

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