Liston Brigade - NSW RFS

18/04/2026

17/04/2026

Flashback Friday
August 2006

13/04/2026

Crews from Liston have been assisting to control one of these fires that are burning to the south of our area.

A number of fires continue to burn within the Tenterfield LGA, all which remain at the Advice alert level.

The Black Swamp Road fire, which has burnt 15 hectares north-east of Tenterfield is contained, however remains active within containment lines. Smoke from this fire will be visible from the Tenterfield township.

The Mud Flat Road fire, burning south-east of Drake, has burnt 255 hectares is not yet controlled. Heavy machinery and aircraft will assist ground crews today in strengthening containment lines and some backburning may occur, under warm and dry conditions.

Residents in these areas will likely see increased smoke, however there are no current threats.

Stay up to date on fires in your area via the Hazards Near Me app or the website www.rfs.nsw.gov.au.

Photo: Mud Flat Road Fire, Drake - RFS Aaron Bligh

30/03/2026

Planning to light the fire pit this weekend ?

29/03/2026

Planning a burn on your property?

Don't forget to notify your neighbours and the RFS.

The statutory bushfire danger period for all local government ares in Northern Tablelands, ends at midnight on March 31.

Landowners in Tenterfield, Glen Innes, and Inverell Rural Fire Districts who undertake vegetation pile burns after 31 March each year, do not require a fire safety permit - however you still have an obligation to notify the RFS and your neighbours at least 24 hours before you commence burning.

Visit www.rfs.nsw.gov.au and click on the NOTIFY portal. Significant fines can apply for not complying with these conditions.

Don’t forget to check the weather forecast for your local area. Bush and grass fires still occur in Autumn and Winter if conditions are conducive to the ignition and spread of fire. One ember can end it.

Thank you to our supporters and friends at:
WHAT - What's Happening Around Tenterfield
Tenterfield Shire Council
Tenterfield Star
Fire and Rescue NSW 457 Tenterfield
Friends of Tenterfield Aerodrome
Inverell Shire Council
Inverell Times
NSW SES Inverell Unit
Inverell District and Surrounding Areas
Inverell Freebies
Tenterfield High School
Glen Innes Severn Council
Glen Innes Highlands
Glen Innes Examiner
Fire and Rescue NSW, Station 302 Glen Innes

29/03/2026

Brigade members had an enjoyable change of focus today, conducting a sausage sizzle for a group of car and motorcycle enthusiasts that were passing through Liston.

21/02/2026

As bushfires become more frequent, scientists say garden beds can be a line of defence.

Melbourne University is investigating what role water-rich plants can play in bushfire prevention.

Read more: https://ab.co/4aGvzZ4

Choose your news on the ABC NEWS app and stay in the know: https://ab.co/abcnewsapp

07/02/2026

There are a number of fires burning in nearby areas.
Stay informed, stay up to date.

Download the Hazards Near Me NSW app and set up a Watch Zone to get notifications about nearby fires.

07/02/2026