They’re the volunteers who are there for us when our world is on fire – literally – and this weekend hundreds of them are coming to Tamworth.
Emergency management
Posted inFlood, Gunnedah
Gunnedah joins flood watch
Its Gunnedah’s turn to join the flood watch, with the NSW SES advising people to stay informed about predicted minor flooding on the Namoi River.
Posted inEmergency management, Flood, Tamworth
Tamworth on flood watch
Tamworth and surrounding residents being urged to stay informed with the NSW SES predicting minor flooding on low lying areas along the Peel River.
Posted inArmidale Regional, Emergency management, New England Surrounds, Roads and Infrastructure, Willow Tree
“Just trashed”: New England Highway disintegrates under diverted trucks
Broken axles, damaged tyres and wheels, and dangerous road conditions have been widely reported the length of the New England Highway.
Posted inFlood, Local News
A call for help as flood emergency continues
As severe weather continues to impact the NSW, communities are being urged to remain on high alert and provide support if you can.
Posted inArmidale, Emergency management, Tamworth, Training and courses, Youth
Girls on Fire: Helping teens build resilience, connect, and explore opportunities
Teenage girls across the New England are getting ready to set the region on fire, or at least, learn how to manage the flame, with the Girls on Fire camp.
Posted inAwards, Emergency management
Volunteers in the spotlight as nominations open for inaugural emergency award
People across NSW are urged to shine a light on the state’s dedicated and brave emergency volunteers, through the inaugural NSW Emergency Volunteer of the Year award.
Posted inFire
Escaped burns spark warning on safe burning practices
The RFS is reminding landholders to follow safe burning practices after 30 escaped burns were reported across NSW in April.
Posted inArmidale Regional, Emergency management, Environment
Essential Energy embraces drones for annual bushfire inspection program
Essential Energy will be using drones to inspect powerlines in the Armidale region as it looks to modernise bushfire mitigation practices ahead of the 2025-26 bushfire season.
Posted inFire, Local News
Fire season wraps up but some restrictions in New England stay
The 2024-25 fire season is officially over for most of New South Wales, with restrictions extended in parts of the New England due to ongoing elevated fire risk.