NSW RFS Flat Tops Brigade

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NSW RFS Flat Tops Brigade Welcome to the Flat Tops Rural Fire Brigade page. Flat Tops RFS is a part of the NSW Rural Fire Service in the Lower Hunter Zone.

All of our members are volunteers. ๐—™๐—ผ๐—ฟ ๐—ฎ๐—น๐—น ๐—ณ๐—ถ๐—ฟ๐—ฒ๐˜€ ๐—ฟ๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด ๐Ÿฌ๐Ÿฌ๐Ÿฌ The purpose of this page is to keep you up-to-date with Brigade related activities and events, and to share fire-related information. For incident information visit www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/fire-information/fires-near-me

This page is managed by several of our members. Weโ€™ll do our best to respond to you within 1-3 business days. Please note that replies may be delayed during periods of intense fire activity. Flat Tops Brigade was set up in November 1988. Our area of nominal responsibility is approximately 135 sq km to the east and southeast of the Dungog township. Our shed was opened in November 2001, and we operate with a single medium tanker (Cat 7 vehicle). As well as local fires, the Brigade assists at fires throughout the state, and has been on interstate deployments (eg Queensland 2018). Current senior officers are:
Captain: Michael Montoya
President: William Flannery
Secretary/Treasurer: James Lee


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01/10/2026
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29/09/2026

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๐Ÿ”ฅ The Bush Fire Danger Period is set to start on 1st October in the Cessnock, Maitland, Dungog and Port Stephens LGAโ€™s.

๐Ÿ“‹ A fire permit will be required when it starts. These are free and easy to obtain. Go to www.rfs.nsw.gov.au and apply. It is important you know the rules.

๐Ÿ”ฅ Notifications are still required minimum 24hrs to NSW RFS prior to burning

๐Ÿš’ Practice safe burning every time. Even experienced landholders should review safe burning practice, check the weather and be prepared to control the fire at all times.

โœ… Live Bush Fire Ready.
Prepare, Act , Survive
www.myfireplan.com.au

โ˜Ž๏ธ Report all unattended fires to Triple Zero (000) and stay up to date by visiting www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/fnm or checking the Fires Near Me NSW app

Over the past four days, Flat Tops Brigade has both supported and been supported in responding to a number of incidents ...
22/09/2026

Over the past four days, Flat Tops Brigade has both supported and been supported in responding to a number of incidents and events, with a total of eight turnouts.
While this may seem like a small number compared to some larger brigades, it is a significant achievement for our small brigade and reflects the dedication and commitment of our members.
I would like to extend a sincere thank you to all the Flat Tops crew members who turned out to these calls and events. Your willingness to give your time and effort is greatly appreciated and does not go unnoticed.
I would also like to thank our neighbouring brigades and crews for their ongoing support and for giving up their valuable time to assist when needed. The teamwork and cooperation shown across our brigades is a true reflection of the strength of our firefighting community.
Thank you all for your continued commitment and support.
Stay safe,Wallarobba Rural Fire ServiceClarence Town Rural Fire BrigadeNSW RFS Dungog BrigadeNSW RFS - Vacy Brigade

For the last few days we have been keeping an eye on a fire burning on the "4th Brother" on Black Camp Creek Rd, Glen Ma...
22/09/2026

For the last few days we have been keeping an eye on a fire burning on the "4th Brother" on Black Camp Creek Rd, Glen Martin. Last night's rain has probably put it out now.

Today Flat Tops and Clarence Town Rural Fire Brigade helped NPWS do a HR burn in Columbey National Park outside Clarence...
18/09/2026

Today Flat Tops and Clarence Town Rural Fire Brigade helped NPWS do a HR burn in Columbey National Park outside Clarence Town.

Flat Tops helped Clarence Town Rural Fire Brigade do an assisted private burn on the communications tower ridgeline at C...
12/09/2026

Flat Tops helped Clarence Town Rural Fire Brigade do an assisted private burn on the communications tower ridgeline at Clarence Town today

Blady grass burns quite well, even in winter. We helped a landowner at Flats Tops clear some of his last weekend.  Thank...
16/08/2026

Blady grass burns quite well, even in winter. We helped a landowner at Flats Tops clear some of his last weekend. Thanks to Clarence Town Rural Fire Brigade for helping out.

Great news!  We have received a "new" truck. Although it's second hand (has been transferred from Clarence Town Brigade)...
06/06/2026

Great news! We have received a "new" truck. Although it's second hand (has been transferred from Clarence Town Brigade) and is 5 years old, that's a lot better than our 21 year old former truck. Its great to have up-to-a date safety features such as fire curtains and a more extensive spray protection system. Much appreciated and thanks to our local Group Officers Andy and Alex.

Come and check it out. We are at the shed most Saturday mornings from 9:00.

24/12/2025

Wishing you all a safe and Merry Christmas ๐ŸŽ…๐ŸŽ„If you are out on the roads please travel safe

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920 Alison Road
Dungog, NSW
2420

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