Habana Rural Fire Brigade

25/04/2026

On this ANZAC Day, we pause to remember and honour the courage, sacrifice and service of all who have served, and those who continue to serve our country.

7 Habana and 2 Mt Blackwood members represented RFSQ alongside Area Office at the Mackay march and service this morning.

Lest We Forget. 🌺

18/04/2026

🌾 Two great days at the Ag Trade Expo, connecting with our local community and sharing what we do.

🔥 Our focus was on fire permits and volunteer recruitment, helping landholders better understand their responsibilities and how we can support them. We also loved welcoming families – giving kids a look through the trucks and talking through simple home fire escape plans.

🙏🏻 A big thank you to members from Habana, Mt Blackwood, and Eton Brigades for their time and effort across the event.

We also appreciated the visit from Andrew Willcox MP, who stopped by to chat about the important role volunteers play in keeping our communities safe.

🚒 If you’ve ever thought about getting involved, now’s a great time to reach out and learn more about volunteering with your local brigade.

12/04/2026

We are deeply saddened to share that the mother of our Second and Third Officers has recently passed away.

On behalf of our brigade, we extend our heartfelt condolences to them and their family during this incredibly difficult time. Our thoughts are with you, and we hope you find strength and comfort in the support of your loved ones and community.

For those who wish to pay their respects, details of the funeral service are included below.

Please keep the family in your thoughts over the coming days. 💛🙏🏻

To view the Livestream of Margaret's Service, please click the link: https://view.oneroomstreaming.com/index.php?data=MTc3NTY4NjI0OTQwODYyMyZvbmVyb29tLWFkbWluJmNvcHlfbGluaw==

27/03/2026

Have you ever seen the Easter Bunny in a fire truck?🐰🚒

We did last night at the free Easter family event at Bunnings North!

Our crew loved getting out into the community, supporting a great local event and giving the kids a close-up look at our rural appliances. Plenty of smiles all round (and a few future firefighters in the making!).

Thanks to everyone who came down and said hello 👋 and the free popcorn was a hit too🍿

13/03/2026

🚨 In an emergency, always call Triple Zero (000) 🚨

When a fire or life-threatening emergency happens, every second counts. The fastest way to get help is by calling Triple Zero immediately – not by contacting your local brigade or station directly.

Your call will go directly to a trained professional who can quickly dispatch the nearest available crews.

For non-life-threatening emergency assistance during severe weather events, such as help with a damaged roof or storm damage, call SES on 132 500.

08/03/2026

💜Today is International Women’s Day – a chance to recognise the contributions of women in our communities.

👩🏼‍🚒👩🏼‍🚒At Habana Rural Fire Brigade, we’re proud to have women involved both on the truck and in support roles. This year’s theme, “Balance the Scales,” highlights the importance of equity, inclusion and access.

In our brigade that includes Max Godley, a Senior Firefighter and passionate Habana local, and Rachel Rae, a Volunteer firefighter and community educator helping share bushfire preparedness information locally. Both also serve on the brigade committee, helping support the brigade beyond the truck.

While progress has been made, we know there is still more work to do to ensure volunteering in fire and emergency services reflects the diversity of our communities.

Volunteering relies on the support of partners, families and our wider community who make it possible for members to step away when needed.

🚒 If you’ve ever thought about getting involved, we welcome community members of all backgrounds to join the brigade – whether on the truck or in support roles.

25/01/2026

Yesterday Habana Rural Fire Brigade attended a fire at shoal point .
Although Mackay area has experienced some rainfall over the past 6 weeks that has been coupled with some hot dry days, we are reminding people there is plenty of dry fuel about and dry under the green grasslands so be careful and vigilant .
If you intend to burn or light any fire please contact your local brigade or Fire warden for fire permit conditions before lighting up
If you see fire report it immediately to 000.
For more information contact
Queensland Fire Department

10/01/2026

Good morning Habana residents.
As you well know we are experiencing a Cat 1 cyclone with the centre up North between Ayr and Bowen . We are experiencing high winds and very high rainfall over the next 2 days.
We encourage everyone to be vigilant , stay indoors where possible and if you need to be out please be aware of fallen trees and branches, power lines down, and mostly flooding. If it's flooded forget it. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO CROSS any running creeks or rising water levels .
If you require emergency assistance please call 000 .
SES for major flooding 132500
For non life threatening or information Habana Rural Fire Brigade first officer David Stewart 0411078648.
Stay Safe and be responsible.

24/12/2025

"A Christmas message from your 1st Officer.
Merry Christmas from the Habana Rural Fire Brigade! 🎄
We loved supporting our community at the tree decorating again this year.
Our brigade would like to say thank you to our wonderful community for your incredible support throughout 2025!
As you enjoy the holidays, please travel safely, stay aware of your surroundings, and have your bushfire survival plan ready. We'll be on call, ready to help, 24/7. Stay safe and enjoy time with your loved ones!


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23/12/2025

It was a pleasure to support these young people , young ones doing great work . We hope you had lots of fun at your recent camp.

20/12/2025

HABANA RURAL FIRE BRIGADE CHRISTMAS NEW YEAR OPEN FOR BUSINESS AND PROVIDING FIRE PROTECTION FOR HABANA COMMUNITY AND SURROUNDING AREAS .
Wishing everyone a Safe Merry Christmas and a Prosperous Happy New Year.