Events

The DFES (Department of Fire and Emergency Services) is hosting a free Family Fun Day called Sirens on the Swan: DFES Family Fun Day at Elizabeth Quay in Perth, on Sunday, August 24, 2025, from 10:30 am to 2:00 pm. The event will feature live demonstrations by DFES units including the RAC Rescue helicopter, vertical […]

This year offers volunteers a unique opportunity to attend the W-AFAC Conference from Tuesday 26 to Friday 29 August at the Perth Exhibition and Convention centre. A blend of all your favorite experiences from the WAFES Conference with the bonus of the national AFAC Conference and Exhibition, this is once in seven-year opportunity not to […]

An Annual General Meeting (AGM) is a yearly meeting held for SESVA, to provide members with an update on the organization's performance and activities, allowing for questions and feedback, and potentially for the election of new board members. It's a key governance tool for ensuring transparency and accountability.

The WA Young Emerging Leader’s Program is aligned with the National SESVA YEL Program which aims to provide development opportunities for young SES volunteers. While in Canberra Jack and Lilika will join other young SES emerging leaders and meet the Governor-General and Commissioners from emergency services around the nation. The programme is aligned with the […]

International Volunteer Day - December 5 Volunteering WA proudly supports International Volunteer Day (IVD) on 5 December 2025, to raise awareness of the important role volunteers play in responding to challenges facing the world. International Volunteer Day commonly known as IVD is celebrated on 5 December every year. It started as an international observance mandated by the United Nations […]

The Bernie McNamara SES Young Emerging Leaders (YEL) Program is run by the WA SESVA to develop young volunteers in WA. It is directly aligned with the National SESVA YEL Program and provides an opportunity for two young WA volunteers to participate in the national memorial service and leadership events in Canberra.  One spot is automatically […]

The SESVA Management Committee members are the persons who, as the management committee of the Association, have the power to manage the Association's affairs.  The committee must take all reasonable steps to ensure that the Association complies with the Act, these rules and the by-laws (if any).   Subject to the Act, these rules, the by-laws […]

The association newsletter is a communication tool that provides updates, news, and information to members and SES Volunteers. The newsletters can include updates, event announcements, training development resources, career tips, and messages from leadership. They are used to engage Association members and Volunteers, promote participation, and reflect the SESVA mission.

The DFES Volunteer Advisory Committees (VACs) in Western Australia represent the five key volunteer emergency services—Marine Rescue, Bush Fire Service, Volunteer Fire and Emergency Services, Volunteer Fire and Rescue Services, and State Emergency Service—providing direct advice to the Emergency Services Minister and Fire and Emergency Services Commissioner. These committees, established/renewed in 2023, address strategic matters, sustainability, and operational […]