Gladstone Brigade South Australian Country Fire Service

24/06/2026

🚨 Course Vacancies – Breathing Apparatus Operator 🚨

We currently have 5 vacancies for an upcoming Breathing Apparatus Operator (BAO) course being held at the CFS State Training Centre from the 17th - 19th of July.

This is a great opportunity for those looking to build their operational skills and capability in a hands-on, intensive training environment. The course covers essential knowledge and practical skills required to safely and effectively operate breathing apparatus equipment under various conditions.

If you or someone in your team is ready to take on this training and you've completed the prerequsites, submit your nomination via Emerald as soon as possible.

31/05/2026

Some windy conditions on its way.

29/05/2026

Please read and remember this when operating Your Sets

📢 SCBA Update – Important Information for All Members

SOP 10.5 – Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) has been updated, with the minimum cylinder pressure increasing from 170 bar to 250 bar.

As a result of this change, the following documents have also been revised and are now available:

🔥 Fire Ground Practice (FGP)
• FGP 8.1.1 – Donning SCBA
• FGP 8.9.1 – High Pressure Test
• FGP 8.9.2 – Low Air Warning Whistle Test

🛠️ Skills Maintenance Drill
• Skills Maintenance Drill No. 3 (Dräger Apparatus)

All personnel involved in the use, maintenance, and testing of SCBA equipment are encouraged to familiarise themselves with these updates and ensure they are working to the latest procedures.

Please refer to the updated documents on the CFS Volunteer Portal for full details.

21/05/2026

Great stuff Eliza 👌

💙 Young volunteers making a big impact
This National Volunteer Week, we recognise Young Citizen of the Year, Eliza Heinrich, for her outstanding volunteer service locally and beyond.
Eliza’s commitment shows that volunteering can happen at any age — and every contribution matters.

18/05/2026

Thankyou to all,
At the sound of the Tone we drop what you are doing and respond to what ever is needed from us.
Continue to do what we do and support our local communities when in need 👌

15/05/2026

🔥 Fire Danger Season has ended 🔥
Now that the Fire Danger Season has finished, residents are reminded that burning within townships is still regulated.
✅ No permit is needed for:
Cooking fires (BBQs, pizza ovens, Weber kettles, camp ovens)
🔹 Fuel: charcoal or dry, well seasoned wood only
Outdoor heating (braziers, chimineas or fire pits)
🔹 Fuel: charcoal only
⚠️ A Council permit is required for large recreational campfires (not for cooking)
🚒 Note: Total Fire Ban Days can still be declared. Always check conditions before lighting a fire.
👉 More information: https://www.nacouncil.sa.gov.au/residential/fire-prevention/backyard-burning-and-keeping-warm-in-winter

14/05/2026

Not sure how many Friends you would make 🤣

09/05/2026

Happiest of Mother’s Day to all the Moms out there.

05/05/2026

🚨Exciting Update – Breathing Apparatus Operator (BAO) Course 🚨

We’re pleased to announce that the Breathing Apparatus Operator (BAO) course has officially been upgraded from Version 5.1 to Version 6.0!

This latest update brings a range of improvements designed to enhance the learning experience and better prepare our members for operational environments, including:
• Updated and enhanced course content
• Refreshed training materials
• A brand-new online pre-course to support learning before you arrive

Already started your online pre-course? No problem! If you’ve completed any units, your progress will be transitioned across to the new version, so you won’t lose any of your hard work.

This is a big step forward in strengthening capability and ensuring our people are equipped with the most current and effective training available.

Stay tuned for more updates and get ready to experience the new BAO 6.0!