This project will perform a comprehensive review into Community Fire Units (CFUs) across Australia, assessing their current effectiveness, identifying opportunities for improvement, and providing strategic recommendations for their future role in bushfire preparedness, response and community resilience.

This project is currently open for Expressions of Interest. Project teams responding to this call for Expressions of Interest (see PDF in top-right corner) are required to submit their response using the Centre’s current EOI submission form.

EOI proposals are due by 8 October 2026 to [email protected]. An online briefing, scheduled for 02:00pm AEST on 24 September 2026 , will provide a more detailed briefing of the project and the chance for interested parties to pose specific questions. Register to attend by clicking the button at the top right of this page. Once completed, a recording of this webinar will be posted to the website to ensure all interested respondents have access to this information.

📌 Evolution of Community Fire Units (Melbourne)
🏢 Natural Hazards Research Australia
📍 Melbourne