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Media representatives can contact the VICSES Media Line on 1300 783 933 between the hours of 6am and 10pm, seven days a week.
During large-scale emergencies, the VICSES Media Line will be available 24 hours. You can also contact the VICSES media team via email at media@ses.vic.gov.au.
To showcase the Victoria State Emergency Service, a number of events and campaigns are shared across the year. To view all our latest campaigns, visit our campaigns page.
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VICSES personnel from across Victoria gather to share experiences, celebrate outstanding achievement of members.
VICSES Falls Creek Unit volunteers build vital skills to be able to respond to emergencies 365 days a year.
VICSES volunteers bolster marine rescue capability and strengthen interagency partnerships through regional training event.
The 2021 storms and 2022/23 floods saw volunteers respond to more than 36,000 requests for assistance across Victoria.
“The dedication our volunteers show to their community is admirable, and these awards are a small token of our appreciation.”
“To celebrate the more than 1,000 years of volunteer service this cohort has given to the region was a special opportunity."
“Both have given so much to the VICSES Craigieburn Unit, and are richly deserving of their life membership.”
“Across Gippsland, our members show incredible commitment to improving emergency preparedness and are always there to provide support in times of need.
Decades of outstanding service of volunteer trio acknowledged in 2025 King's Birthday Honours.
