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Ministerial media releases
New electronic fire danger rating signs to help keep communities safer across NSW
Iconic fire danger rating signs on roadsides across NSW are getting a digital facelift, with the Rural Fire Service (RFS) set to provide real-time fire risk information to communities via remotely operated signs.
Published Date: 27 Aug 2023
Read MoreNSW emergency services gear up for bushfire season
NSW emergency services are getting ready for a potentially dangerous bushfire season with a multi-agency training exercise at the State Emergency Operations Centre at Rural Fire Service (RFS) headquarters at Homebush in western Sydney.
Published Date: 08 Aug 2023
Read MoreAustralia’s largest firefighting helicopter lands in NSW
Rural Fire Service (RFS) aerial firefighting capabilities received a significant boost today with the arrival of a $9 million high-capacity waterbombing helicopter at Richmond.
Published Date: 31 Jul 2023
Read More$10 million boost to prepare for bushfire season
Hazard reduction burns are underway across the state as rural firefighters try to take advantage of favourable conditions to help keep local communities safe ahead of the 2023-24 bushfire season.
Published Date: 24 Jul 2023
Read MoreNSW firefighting specialists deployed to help battle wildfires in Canada
Fifty-seven specialists from NSW firefighting and emergency service agencies have arrived in Canada to join a 200 strong Australasian deployment assisting local firefighters currently battling over 190 wildfires burning through the provinces of Alberta and British Columbia.
Published Date: 29 May 2023
Read MoreThe bravery and selfless service of our firefighters is being recognised on St. Florian’s Day
Almost 80 RFS volunteers, staff and teams have been recognised today for their bravery and unwavering commitment in emergencies, including bushfires, floods and the COVID-19 pandemic.
Published Date: 04 May 2023
Read MoreFlood alerts at your fingertips
Residents across NSW can now receive the latest flood and fire warnings in the palm of their hands, with the launch of the NSW Liberal and Nationals Government’s Hazards Near Me app.
Published Date: 14 Feb 2023
Read MoreNew Cooma Emergency Centre breaks ground
Construction has begun on a new emergency management hub for the Snowy Monaro region thanks to an $8.5 million investment by the NSW Liberal and Nationals Government.
Published Date: 07 Feb 2023
Read More$5 million tech network to prepare NSW for future fires and floods
A new network dedicated to creating stronger connections between first responders, businesses and researchers will develop cutting-edge technology and help NSW better prepare for fires and floods.
Published Date: 02 Feb 2023
Read MoreNew home for Austinmer Rural Fire Brigade
The NSW Liberal and Nationals Government, the Rural Fire Service (RFS) and Wollongong City Council have reached an agreement to relocate Austinmer Rural Fire Brigade to a permanent new home at Thirroul.
Published Date: 31 Jan 2023
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