General news

The 2016-17 Bush Fire Danger Period is now in place for more areas across NSW from today (01/09/16).

Monday 1 August marks the start of the 2016-17 Bush Fire Danger Period for the Armidale Regional, Glen Innes/Severn, Inverell, Tenterfield, Uralla and Walcha local government areas in the State's north.

At a ceremony at NSW RFS Headquarters, Special Commendations were awarded to 12 nominated businesses and self-employed volunteers as part of the NSW RFS Supportive Employer Program.

Congratulations to the five NSW RFS recipients of the Australian Fire Service Medal, announced on the Queen’s Birthday 2016.

Fire services and land managers are taking advantage of fine conditions to conduct hazard reduction burns this weekend.

As one of Australia’s leading volunteer organisations, National Volunteer Week is an important time to recognise and thank our volunteers for the contribution they make.

4 May is St Florian's Day, named after the Patron Saint of Firefighters. It's also known as International Firefighters Day.

A memorial service has been held in Canberra to remember members of the fire and emergency services community who have paid the ultimate sacrifice while helping others.

Congratulations to the NSW RFS recipients of the Australian Fire Service Medal, announced on Australia Day 2016.

More than 100 firefighters from NSW and the ACT are assisting local crews in Tasmania, with large bush fires burning across the island state.