NSW RFSA

21/10/2026

The Cancer Institute NSW invites RFS members to join a cancer screening and prevention information session, including breast, bowel, cervical and lung screening. Open to all members across NSW.

Information Session:
Date: 27 October 2026, Tuesday
Time: 10:00am until 11:00am
Join Online via Microsoft Teams:

https://tinyurl.com/Join-MS-Teams-meeting

Meeting ID: 468 549 323 512 862
Passcode: Qo9Ep79S

20/10/2026

We recently provided an RFSA Grant to Hopefield RFB for new long-span shelving and lockers to help members store their gear. The new storage helps keep gear off the Fire Shed floor, reducing trip hazards and giving a central location for members to keep their property safe.

17/10/2026

📣 Have your say

University researchers are looking into how the RFS and other emergency services evaluate community engagement activities, and they're seeking member feedback to inform their work.

This isn't just for members with formal community engagement roles or qualifications, but is open to everyone who's been involved with community engagement activities.

If you'd like to participate, email lead researcher Dr Willow Forsyth [email protected] and you'll receive a link to complete the survey.

Participation is confidential, so any questions about the project should be sent directly to the researchers.

16/10/2026

Our President Scott Campbell had a busy time in Parliament this week meeting with Minister for Emergency Services Jihad Dib, and with Shadow Minister for Emergency Services Tanya Thompson, discussing some of the important issues impacting the RFS and our members.

He was also there to witness the passage of the Rural Fires Amendment (Fire Fighting Fleet) Bill 2026, which will transfer ownership of the ‘red fleet’ from local councils to the RFS from 1 July 2027. This reform will ensure consistency in servicing, tyre replacement programs, and long term in lowering the age of the fleet.

15/10/2026

13/10/2026

Closing soon - register by Wed 14 October!

RFSA Family Day Mogo Zoo

We are excited to invite RFS Members and their families to our latest Family Day at Mogo Zoo on Sunday 25 October from 9am - 4pm.

Your registration includes:

Free entry into the venue
Catered lunch
Tea, coffee and ice cream
RFSA Shop & Membership Services
RFS Health & Wellbeing Services
RFS Mental Health Services Team

Please register here: https://tinyurl.com/yz3zjxya
by Wednesday 14 October.

Places are filling fast so don't miss out, register today!

11/10/2026

With elevated fire dangers across large parts of the state, and a Total Fire Ban for some areas, we're moving deeper into the fire season. Although the first major section 44 fires of the season are now contained, we know there's more to come.

Take care out there. Stay hydrated, and stay safe.

A Total Fire Ban is in place today, Monday 12 October 2026, for the Greater Sydney and Greater Hunter area with forecast hot and windy conditions across parts of the state, increasing the fire danger.

Take action now. Know your fire risk and what you will do if fire threatens. Report all unattended fires to Triple Zero (000).

For more information on Total Fire Ban rules, visit the website: www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/fdr

11/10/2026

This morning we paused to remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice with a moving ceremony at the Emergency Services Volunteers' memorial.

With the names of more RFS members who succumbed to service-related cancers added to the memorial, it was a poignant reminder of the risks our people are exposed to in service of the community.

The full service can be viewed at www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/news-and-media/nsw-emergency-services-volunteers-memorial-2026

09/10/2026

Congratulations Holly Nehls from Lawrence Brigade for winning 2026 Northern Rivers Young Volunteer of the Year! Holly is a fantastic example of the next generation of firefighters stepping up to protect our community and make a difference.
Well done Holly!

📸 Holly is pictured here with her award and local MP Richie Williamson.

05/10/2026

RFSA is contributing $5,000 towards Majors Creek RFB's new 110,000-litre underground concrete water tank. This additional tank strengthens firefighting resources by providing a safe and reliable local water source, vital in a high-bushfire risk community with no reticulated water supply.