Darwin River Volunteer Bushfire Brigade

Darwin River Volunteer Bushfire Brigade The Darwin River Volunteer Bushfire Brigade is located on Darwin River Rd, approximately one & a half kilometres from the entrance gate to Darwin River Dam

The brigade is involved in conducting numerous mitigation burns pre-fire season in order to reduce fire fuel loadings, and conducts controlled burns for private land holders when time permits. The brigade is always in need of new members, and actively encourages anyone within the community to join as it can be very satisfying. Whilst the purpose of the brigade is to prevent and fight fires, there

are many other roles within the brigade that need to be undertaken. Firefighting may be the crux, but do not be put off from becoming a member because you are unable to be on the fire line. There are committee positions to be filled, logistic requirements (equipment maintenance, food and drinks for the fire line etc), fund raising activities, grounds maintenance and a plethora of other tasks that you may be able to assist with.

05/05/2026
22/04/2026

Monday 4 May is International Firefighters’ Day.

International Firefighters’ Day is an opportunity to honour and pay our respects to volunteer and career firefighters who have lost their lives in the line of duty.

It is also a chance to acknowledge current and past firefighters for their extraordinary commitment, courage and service to the community.

International Firefighters’ Day services will be held in the Top End and Alice Springs and the community is welcome to attend:

📍Bushfires NT Headquarters, Acacia Hills at 10am on Friday 1 May 2026.

📍Darwin Cenotaph at 8am on Monday 4 May 2026.

📍Alice Springs Fire Station at 8am on Monday 4 May 2026.

18/04/2026

Are you fire ready? 🔥

Now is the time to prepare your firebreaks. Firebreak can slow fire spread and give firefighters the access they need to protect lives, homes and animals.

All NT landholders are legally required to maintain a firebreak that’s at least 4-metres wide. 🚜

Make sure yours is ready. Clear it. Maintain it. Stay safe.

For more information visit: https://nt.gov.au/emergency/bushfire/prepare-and-plan/firebreaks

Darwin River Volunteer Bushfire Brigade are saddened to announce the death of Mr David Mullavey, Life Member and former ...
16/04/2026

Darwin River Volunteer Bushfire Brigade are saddened to announce the death of Mr David Mullavey, Life Member and former Captain and Committee member of the Brigade.
Further details will be published when we receive them.
The Brigades thoughts and well wishes go out to Sue and the family.

10/04/2026

LOCATION: Victoria Highway at Binjari Turnoff, MANBULLOO
BUSHFIRES NT MESSAGE: PLANNED BURN ADVICE
ALERT LEVEL: Planned Burn Advice - Firefighters are managing the burn but visibility may be affected.
FIRE TYPE: Planned burn. INFORMATION CURRENT AS AT: 09/04/2026 13:20:00
STATUS: PLANNED BURN - A planned burn will commence Friday 10 April at 14:00 hrs.
RISKS FACED BY PEOPLE IN THE AREA: Smoke from this fire may affect visibility, Active fire may occur close to the roadside, Firefighting crews may be working close to the roadside.
ADVICE TO THE PUBLIC: For the safety of firefighting crews and other vehicles, drivers in the area are urged to slow down, turn on headlights and drive safely for the conditions. For further information regarding bushfires, visit Fire Incident Map - https://bushfires.nt.gov.au/incidentmap.
IT IS EXPECTED THIS SITUATION MAY CONTINUE UNTIL: 10/04/2026 17:00:00
INFORMATION AUTHORISED BY: Chief Fire Control Officer
RESPONSIBLE AGENCY: Bushfires NT

14/02/2026

The General Meeting scheduled for Sunday 15 February is postponed to Sunday 22 February 2026 at 10am,

The delay is due to the weather!

New members are welcome to attend on 22 February.

Our fantastic team serving the BBQ goods on Sunday morning.
08/12/2025

Our fantastic team serving the BBQ goods on Sunday morning.

06/11/2025

Darwin River Volunteer Bushfire Brigade Inc will be holding the Annual General Meeting on Sunday 16 November 2025 starting at 10am

The Annual General Meeting will be held at Meeting Room, 630 Darwin River Road, Darwin River.

New Members are welcome

02/11/2025

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PO Box 74
Darwin, NT
0841

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+61428815807

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