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The SESVA Executive Management Team meets regularly to share information, ideas, issues, and perspectives to discuss the day-to-day running of the Association and make decisions as required. The Team is made up of the President, Vice presidents, Secretary and Treasurer.

Attention Current & Past Members Family Day – “Without family we would have no volunteers” 12th October 2024  from 10am @ Jarrahdale Oval – Overnight camping will be available Units to showcase their history – within own gazebo Lunch will be provided for Active volunteers and there will be other food vans on site More information […]

The SESVA Executive Management Team meets regularly to share information, ideas, issues, and perspectives to discuss the day-to-day running of the Association and make decisions as required. The Team is made up of the President, Vice presidents, Secretary and Treasurer.

SESVA Full Management Committee meets regularly to share information, ideas, issues, and perspectives to discuss the running of the Association and make decisions as required. The Committee consists of the President, Vice presidents, Secretary and Treasurer and all Regional Representatives. The meeting agenda consists of, Opening, attendance and apologies, President report, Treasures Report, Correspondence Subcommittee […]

The purpose of the SES Volunteers Association of Western Australia (WA) Media and Public Relations Strategy Sub-Committee (short name – Media and PR Strategy Team) is to effectively manage the flow of information between the SES Volunteers Association and the emergency service volunteers/public/media, ensuring accurate, timely, and positive messaging during non-emergency situations, but also by exception when SES volunteers are assisting the community during major emergency […]

The SESVA Executive Management Team meets regularly to share information, ideas, issues, and perspectives to discuss the day-to-day running of the Association and make decisions as required. The Team is made up of the President, Vice presidents, Secretary and Treasurer.  

SESVA Full Management Committee meets regularly to share information, ideas, issues, and perspectives to discuss the running of the Association and make decisions as required. The Committee consists of the President, Vice presidents, Secretary and Treasurer and all Regional Representatives. The meeting agenda consists of, Opening, attendance and apologies, President report, Treasures Report, Correspondence Subcommittee […]

Applications closing Date - 28 February 2025 Young SES volunteers can apply now The programme is aligned with the National SES Volunteers Association YEL Programme which provides an opportunity for two young SES volunteers from WA to participate in the AFAC National Memorial Service which is held at the National Emergency Services Memorial , Canberra […]

The SESVA Executive Management Team meets regularly to share information, ideas, issues, and perspectives to discuss the day-to-day running of the Association and make decisions as required. The Team is made up of the President, Vice presidents, Secretary and Treasurer

The SESVA Executive Management Team meets regularly to share information, ideas, issues, and perspectives to discuss the day-to-day running of the Association and make decisions as required. The Team is made up of the President, Vice presidents, Secretary and Treasurer

SESVA Full Management Committee meets regularly to share information, ideas, issues, and perspectives to discuss the running of the Association and make decisions as required. The Committee consists of the President, Vice presidents, Secretary and Treasurer and all Regional Representatives. The meeting agenda consists of, Opening, attendance and apologies, President report, Treasures Report, Correspondence Subcommittee […]

The SESVA Executive Management Team meets regularly to share information, ideas, issues, and perspectives to discuss the day-to-day running of the Association and make decisions as required. The Team is made up of the President, Vice presidents, Secretary and Treasurer

We are pleased to announce the theme for National Volunteer Week 2025 is ‘Something for Everyone’.  National Volunteer Week 2025 will recognise the diverse passions and talents everyone brings to the act of volunteering. It’s an invitation to explore the myriad of opportunities available, emphasising that there’s a place for everyone in the world of volunteering. […]

SESVA Full Management Committee meets regularly to share information, ideas, issues, and perspectives to discuss the running of the Association and make decisions as required. The Committee consists of the President, Vice presidents, Secretary and Treasurer and all Regional Representatives. The meeting agenda consists of, Opening, attendance and apologies, President report, Treasures Report, Correspondence Subcommittee […]

Wednesday 21 May, 2025 is Wear Orange Wednesday or ‘WOW Day’. On this day we encourage communities across Western Australia to wear orange and thank all SES volunteers who generously give their time to help communities during flood and storm emergencies. Here’s to all the volunteers across Western Australia who work all year round to […]

The SESVA Executive Management Team meets regularly to share information, ideas, issues, and perspectives to discuss the day-to-day running of the Association and make decisions as required. The Team is made up of the President, Vice presidents, Secretary and Treasurer

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 […]

The Executive Council Members (ECM) are elected or appointed to manage SESVA WA’s business and affairs. The ECM's duties include determining and implementing policies and making decisions consistent with our vision and mission. Their role is about the common good at a state level.

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 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 […]