NSW RFS in Wilberforce, New South Wales, Australia | Government organisation

NSW RFS

Locality: Wilberforce, New South Wales, Australia

Phone: 4560 6400

Address: 8 Macquarie Road 2756 Wilberforce, NSW, Australia

Website: https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au

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25.01.2022 The bush fire danger period commences on October 1. From tomorrow, anyone wishing to light a fire on their property will require a fire permit from their local station or fire control centre.

24.01.2022 Another 34 firefighters have passed their final assessment and will be on trucks this bushfire season, including this group from St Albans and Lower MacDonald.

24.01.2022 NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service will be conducting a hazard reduction burn at Scheyville tomorrow, Friday, August 27. Additional hazard reduction burns are planned for this weekend at Kurrajong and East Kurrajong. Expect to see and smell smoke and only call Triple Zero (000) if you see an unattended fire.

23.01.2022 Two hazard reduction burns are scheduled to go ahead this weekend at Kurrajong and East Kurrajong. We will continue to make the most of these favourable opportunities with a number of works scheduled for coming weeks.

22.01.2022 Our top nine posts on Instagram highlights what a year it was. We'll be here to do it all again in 2021. Happy New Year!

22.01.2022 Forecasts are indicating we may experience very high to severe fire danger conditions across the weekend. Check the daily fire danger ratings here: www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/fdr

22.01.2022 A hazard reduction burn will commence tomorrow at Kurrajong Heights and is expected to continue into Friday. Expect to see and smell smoke across the area.

22.01.2022 From us to you, have a safe and merry Christmas. We hope you spend the day making memories with loved ones.

21.01.2022 One of the more light-hearted moments of last year's bushfire season!

21.01.2022 A TOTAL FIRE BAN will be in effect from midnight tonight for the duration of Sunday. No fires are to be lit in the open. With severe fire danger conditions expected, know what you would do if a fire was to start in your area.

20.01.2022 Two hazard reduction burns will take place this weekend at Kurrajong and East Kurrajong. Expect to see and smell smoke while these important works are undertaken. Only call Triple Zero (000) if you see an unattended fire.

20.01.2022 This time of year may be challenging for a number of communities affected by last year's bushfires. If you would like support to do something commemorative, touch base with Hawkesbury City Council. Details below

20.01.2022 Santa is planning his visits around the Hawkesbury and we are giving him a hand again this year. Check with your local brigade to see when Santa is visiting your area.

19.01.2022 What's the time? Asking for a mate.

18.01.2022 Hazard reduction burns are scheduled to continue today with smoke from yesterday's works settling across the area. Only call Triple Zero (000) if you see an unattended fire. Willmott HR, Stuart Lowe #nswrfs #hawkesbury

18.01.2022 Merry Christmas, boys and girls!

17.01.2022 NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service, with the assistance of NSW RFS firefighters, will be conducting a hazard reduction burn at Mitchell Park within the Cattai National Park. The burn will take place tomorrow and people should expect to see and smell smoke across the area.

17.01.2022 A fitting farewell for Captain Ed Cameron today. The longest serving captain of Yarramundi Rural Fire Brigade was respected by so many within the Hawkesbury and further afield. Our thoughts are with his family, friends and fellow volunteers on what has been a difficult day for all those who knew him. Thank you for you long and distinguished service to your community, Ed. Rest in peace.

15.01.2022 NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service will be conducting a hazard reduction burn at Bowen Mountain tomorrow. Expect to see and smell smoke across the area.

15.01.2022 This day last year was a very difficult day for a number of communities around the Gospers Mountain fireground. Throughout the last year we have seen an incredible sense of community as people recover and rebuild, despite a range of challenges presented to them. Take time to connect with your neighbours, family and friends who may be doing it tough at this time.

14.01.2022 After recently being awarded a medal for more than 70 years of service alongside his mate Bill Johnson, Albert Newton sadly passed away on Monday evening. Albert was a much-loved feature of the Bilpin Rural Fire Brigade and broader community. His friendship and expertise will be sorely missed by many. Our thoughts are with his family, friends, colleagues and fellow brigade members during this tough time. Rest in peace, Albert.

12.01.2022 Great recognition!

12.01.2022 Very high fire danger conditions are forecast for Saturday. Keep an eye out for fires throughout the day and report them to Triple Zero (000) immediately. More information on fire danger ratings is available at www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/fdr

11.01.2022 Oakville Rural Fire Brigade Captain (Retired) Peter Speet AFSM was awarded the 4th clasp of the National Service on the weekend by Emergency Services Minister David Elliott. This follows an incredible 63 years of service to the NSW RFS and his community. Well done, Peter! --- FULL CITATION: Peter first joined Oakville Brigade in 1957. During his 60 years of service, Peter has held the position of Brigade Callout Officer from 2004 to the present day, Permit Officer from 2004 t...o 2016 and became Captain of the Brigade in 1994. In 2020 Peter stepped down as Captain and has taken on the rank of Captain Retired. In the Hawkesbury District Peter was elected Group Captain in 1987 and held this rank for 28 years until 2015. In his capacity as Group Captain, Peter has attended many major incidents and Section 44s in the Hawkesbury District and provided his assistance and local knowledge of the area, which include 1994,1997,2001,2002,2006,2009,2012 and 2013 to name a few. As Captain, Peter has also attended numerous bush, grass, structural, motor vehicle fires and several accidents. Peter’s dedication to Oakville Brigade and to the Community of Hawkesbury has been outstanding and he has been instrumental in building the Oakville Brigade to where it is to the present day. Peter has also been an important influence in the Oakville Brigade. The Brigade has competed in many Regional Championships and numerous occasions and have gone on to compete at the State Championship level and the team has been NSW State Champions a number of times. Peter has previously been awarded the National Medal with 1st 2nd and 3rd clasps. Peter has also been awarded the Australian Fire Service Medal in 2005 and Long Service medals for 10,20,30,40 50 and 60 years of service.

11.01.2022 Congratulations Oakville Rural Fire Brigade for winning the State Championships for the second year in a row. Bring on next year! #threepeat

10.01.2022 Despite a catastrophic bushfire season and recent rainfall, there is a potential for grass fires in particular, this bushfire season. Use this weekend to talk to your local brigade and prepare yourself, your family and property for this bushfire season.

10.01.2022 Changes are coming later this week.

09.01.2022 Congratulations, Sue - a remarkable achievement! Thank you for your contribution to the Grose Vale and broader Hawkesbury communities.

08.01.2022 The fire has been downgraded to Advice. Those in the area should continue to monitor conditions. +++ WATCH & ACT: Surprise Crescent, Bligh Park. Firefighters are currently on scene at a bush fire burning in the vicinity of Surprise Cres, Bligh Park. Those in the vicinity should monitor conditions and take advice from firefighters on the ground.

07.01.2022 A day of very high fire danger is predicted for tomorrow, due to expected hot and windy conditions.

07.01.2022 Congratulations to Oakville Rural Fire Brigade who have taken out First Place in this year's NSW RFS State Championships! #twoinarow

06.01.2022 Congratulations David King & Kevin Jones SES Hawkesbury

06.01.2022 November 12, 2019, was the first of many difficult days we would face as a as a result of the Gospers Mountain fire. While the effects of the fire are still being felt in many ways across the broader community, like then, we are all still working together.

06.01.2022 Due to the evolving coronavirus situation, all future Santa Runs have been cancelled to minimise the risk of exposure to the community and our volunteers. We appreciate these activities bring a lot of joy to our communities, especially after such a challenging year, however the well-being of our communities and volunteers is paramount.

05.01.2022 This time last year firefighters relied heavily on the support of their family and employers to be able to fight fires throughout the season. That support allowed our volunteers to do what they do so well.

02.01.2022 The Fires Near Me NSW smartphone app has been updated. Make sure you have the latest version.

02.01.2022 Ed Cameron, the longest serving Captain of Yarramundi Rural Fire Brigade, sadly lost his battle with cancer last night. Our thoughts are with his loving family, friends and fellow members at Yarramundi during such a difficult time. Thank you for your service to your community, Ed.

01.01.2022 Two hazard reduction burns are scheduled for this weekend at Kurrajong and East Kurrajong. Expect to see and smell smoke, only call Triple Zero (000) if you see an unattended fire.