Oakford Bush Fire Brigade

05/04/2026

What a weekend at the Volunteer Fire & Rescue Services Association of WA Inc Easter Championships!

As reported, Oakford took out the Pump Appliance Double Disc 4 Competitor event and our friends at Kwinana Volunteer Fire & Rescue Service claimed the win in the Pump Appliance Flaked and Disabled Hose event. A fantastic result all round for both teams, and a brilliant way to spend the Easter long weekend.

We want to extend a huge thank you to Bunbury Volunteer Fire & Rescue Service for their generous hospitality in providing accommodation over the championships. It made a real difference to our team and is very much appreciated.

There is one person, however, who deserves a very special mention this weekend, and that’s Tod Bergersen. Tod is a Station Officer with CFRS, Oakford’s Training Officer, Competition Team Leader, and one of our dedicated volunteer firefighters, and he has been the driving force behind Oakford entering a competition that wasn’t necessarily designed for a brigade like ours. Last year he led us in as a single team, and we went on to claim an event and set a state record. This year we returned, claimed another event, and that record still stands. That kind of consistency doesn’t happen by accident.

What makes Tod’s contribution even more remarkable is that his commitment extends well beyond Oakford. He also coached the Kwinana VFRS team and competed in the 6-man event with Harvey Volunteer Fire & Rescue who he also joined in Victoria at a recent competition. He gives his time, his knowledge, and his energy to these competitions and to every community he’s a part of.

Tod, on behalf of everyone at Oakford, thank you.

Thank you for believing we belonged at this level, for building something special with us, and for everything you continue to give to your brigade, your community, and this sport. We couldn’t be prouder to have you in our corner.

04/04/2026

We’re halfway through Day 1 and Oakford have taken out the Pump Appliance Double Disc 4 competitor event with Kwinana Volunteer Fire & Rescue Service taking out the Pump Appliance Flaked Hose & Disabled Hose event.

Let’s go teams!

02/04/2026

This weekend, the Oakford Bush Fire Brigade returns to the Volunteer Fire & Rescue Services Association of WA Inc State Easter Championships at Hay Park in Bunbury, joining Volunteer Fire & Rescue Service brigades from across Western Australia for two days of competition.

Representing Oakford this year is a strong and well-prepared team. Returning competitors, Team Leader Tod Bergersen, Ben Tanner, and Nathan Bishop, bring valuable experience from last year’s championships. They are joined by Luke Freeman, Auston Baker, Paul James, Daniel Edwards, and Dave Forster, each stepping up to take on the challenge and proudly represent the brigade.

Over the course of the weekend, the team will put their skills, coordination, and teamwork to the test across a range of events that highlight the capability and professionalism of volunteer firefighters. Beyond the competition, the championships are a great opportunity to connect with other brigades and strengthen the sense of camaraderie across the service.

We wish the team all the very best and look forward to seeing them in action. Stay safe, give it everything, and make Oakford proud.

We would also like to acknowledge and thank our neighbours at Kwinana Volunteer Fire & Rescue Service for their generous support in training with our team and providing access to their HSR appliance, and Armadale Volunteer Fire & Rescue Service for the use of their running track. We also extend our appreciation to the other competing brigades for their support, warm welcome, and inclusiveness.

20/03/2026

🚫 A Total Fire Ban has been declared for 21 March 2026 in the Shire of Serpentine Jarrahdale. 🚫

During a Total Fire Ban, it is illegal to light an open-air fire or conduct any activity that could start a fire.

🚒 Call 000 to report smoke or fire.

For the latest alerts and warnings visit emergency.wa.gov.au

14/02/2026

🔥 Now recruiting 🔥

Visit oakfordbfb.org.au if you live in Oakford or nearby and want to make a real difference in your community. No prior experience is needed and we provide full training, modern protective equipment, and ongoing support to help you develop the skills and confidence to respond to bushfires and other emergencies.

Being part of Oakford means joining a close-knit, highly capable team that protects lives, property and the environment across our local area and Western Australia. It’s challenging, rewarding, and an opportunity to grow, serve, and be part of something bigger.

The Oakford Bush Fire Brigade responds to fire emergencies 7 days a week, 365 days a year. But we can't do it alone.

11/02/2026

From the fireground in Mundijong to the running track... there’s no slowing down for our crew.

With the Easter Fire Fighting Championships just down the road, the team has shifted gears and is now well and truly underway. After putting in the hard yards earlier this week, they’re bringing that same determination and teamwork to the competition.

03/02/2026

The past 72 hours brought challenging weather, with hot temperatures and strong winds, and a series of incidents across Oakford and surrounding areas that again highlighted the importance of teamwork and commitment in bushfire response.

On Saturday, we were mobilised to a bushfire in Oldbury before being mobilised overnight to Nicholson Road in Oakford. While we continued to manage both incidents, significant fires ignited in Byford, Whitby, and Casuarina, with Oakford crews remaining on the fireground this morning in Hilbert.

Throughout these incidents, crews from across the Metro South East and surrounding areas worked together to support one another and assist in bringing the situations under control. Some incidents remain active, with firefighters continuing mopping up and patrols.

We are grateful for the support provided by both career and volunteer crews at the Oldbury and Oakford incidents.

Baldivis Volunteer Fire & Emergency Services. STN 3123
Bedfordale Volunteer Bush Fire Brigade
Byford Volunteer Fire Brigade
Cardup Fire & Rescue Service
City of Gosnells Volunteer Bush Fire Brigade
Hope Valley Fire & Rescue Service
Jandakot Volunteer Bush Fire Brigade
Jarrahdale Volunteer Bushfire Brigade
Kwinana South Volunteer Bushfire Brigade
Kwinana Volunteer Fire & Rescue Service
Mandogalup Volunteer Bush Fire Brigade
Mundijong Bush Fire Brigade
North Dandalup Volunteer Bush Fire Brigade
Serpentine Volunteer Bush Fire Brigade
South Coogee Bush Fire Brigade
SWORD Volunteer Fire & Emergency Services

Department of Fire and Emergency Services WA

01/02/2026

🚫 A Total Fire Ban has been declared for 2 February 2026 in the Shire of Serpentine Jarrahdale. 🚫

During a Total Fire Ban, it is illegal to light an open-air fire or conduct any activity that could start a fire.

🚒 Call 000 to report smoke or fire.

For the latest alerts and warnings visit emergency.wa.gov.au

20/12/2025

Reindeers? Not in this economy 💅

When Santa needs a job done, he calls the women and men of the Oakford Bush Fire Brigade (and Batman) to make it happen.

The big man is on the move!

Come and visit Santa today, at the following times and locations in the Oakford area:

1️⃣ 3:00pm - Tuart Road (drive by)
2️⃣ 3:30pm - Oakford Community Centre
3️⃣ 4:00pm - Craghill Way x Vortilla Court
4️⃣ 4:30pm - Country Drive x Rustic Place
5️⃣ 5:00pm - Cunningham Drive x Lorenz Way
6️⃣ 5:30pm - Jersey Road x Holstein Court
7️⃣ 6:00pm - Bullock Drive x Lakeman Place
8️⃣ 6:30pm - Bournbook Avenue x Gallagher Way
9️⃣ 7:00pm - Elwood Loop x Stadamy Street

ℹ️ Keep an eye on our page for updates. The Santa Run may be cancelled or rescheduled if we're mobilised to an incident.