General news
St Florian's Day 2020
Monday 4 May 2020 is St Florian's Day, a very special day for those in the firefighting family.
Published Date: 04 May 2020
Read MoreShane Fitzsimmons to conclude role as Commissioner
After more than 12 years as Commissioner, Shane Fitzsimmons will leave the NSW RFS this month to take up a new role in NSW Government.
Published Date: 06 Apr 2020
Read MoreAustralia Day 2020 - Australian Fire Service Medals
Congratulations to the six NSW RFS members named as recipients of the Australian Fire Service Medal, as part of the Australia Day Honours.
Published Date: 26 Jan 2020
Read MoreDonations Update
On behalf of the NSW Rural Fire Service, the NSW RFS Donations Trust, and our volunteers, thank you to everyone who has donated financially to recognise the incredible work done by our volunteers.
Published Date: 24 Jan 2020
Read MoreSupport for firefighter families
Thank you to the many members of the community who donated to support the families of firefighters killed during the 2019-20 bush fire season. The NSW RFS created dedicated appeals for the families of Samuel McPaul, Geoffrey Keaton and Andrew O'Dwyer, and the funds have now been distributed in full to their families.
Published Date: 01 Jan 2020
Read MoreNSW Bush Fires - How you can help
So many people have reached out to us, asking how they can lend a hand to people in bush fire affected areas, as well as our volunteers.
Published Date: 16 Nov 2019
Read MoreGet Ready Day - 16 November 2019
We've seen over the last few weeks the devastating impact that bush fires can have, and the incredible teamwork of firefighters and the community working together to protect what's important.
Published Date: 15 Nov 2019
Read MoreDangerous fire conditions - Tuesday 12 November 2019
This information relates to increased fire danger on Tuesday 12 November 2019.
Published Date: 10 Nov 2019
Read MoreNorth Coast and Northern NSW Fires - Emergency Information
This information is no longer current.
Published Date: 08 Nov 2019
Read MoreVolunteer Protection Order
Special provisions to protect the employment of volunteers have been enacted due to the current fire situation across NSW. This information was updated on 29 January 2020.
Published Date: 28 Oct 2019
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