NSW RFS - Scotts Head Brigade

24/04/2026

09/04/2026

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HAZARD REDUCTION BURN SUNDAY 12/4/26
STUARTS POINT

With favourable weather conditions forecast over the coming days, a hazard reduction burn is Planned to by conducted by firefighters to the north of the town ship along Grassy head road and back towards Hennessy street.

With SE winds predicted most of the smoke from the hazard reduction should be sent to the north west away from town.

It’s is recommended:

Keep doors and windows closed to prevent smoke entering homes
Keep outdoor furniture under cover to prevent ember burns
Retract pool covers to prevent ember damage
Remove washing from clotheslines
Ensure pets have a protected area
Vehicles must slow down, keep windows up, turn headlights on
Sightseers must keep away from burns for their own safety
If you have asthma or a lung condition, reduce outdoor activities if smoke levels are high and if shortness of breath or coughing develops, take your reliever medicine or seek medical advice

Please only call Triple Zero (000) if you see an unattended fire. For more information, visit the Hazards Near Me app or the website: www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/hr

09/04/2026

With favourable weather conditions forecast over the coming days, hazard reduction burns will be conducted by firefighters across the Kempsey Shire & Nambucca Valley, including Collombatti and Stuarts Point.

Please only call Triple Zero (000) if you see an unattended fire. For more information, visit the Hazards Near Me app or the website: www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/hr

30/03/2026

The bush fire danger period will end at midnight tonight, 31 March 2026. A permit may not be required, however, you are still required to notify the NSW RFS and your neighbours 24 hours before you light a fire.

If you live within a FRNSW area (Bowraville, Kempsey, Macksville, Nambucca, South West Rocks), you will still be required to obtain a permit, even outside of the bush fire danger period.

Further details are available at: https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/plan-and-prepare/know-your-risk/Bush-fire-hazards-and-your-property/fire-permits

09/01/2026

The Fire Danger Rating remains HIGH for Saturday 10th January 2026.

Be ready to act:
> There's a heightened risk. Be alert for fires in your area.
> Decide what you will do if a fire starts.
> If a fire starts, your life and property may be at risk. The safest option is to avoid bush fire risk areas.

Please monitor the Hazards Near Me app or our website: https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/fire-information/fires-near-me ***

Keep up to date with current fire danger ratings by clicking here: http://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/fire-information/fdr-and-tobans

05/01/2026

22/12/2025

Our RFS Christmas Santa Run is now complete, and we’d like to send a huge thank you to the Scotts Head community for the warm welcomes, smiles, and support along the way.

It was wonderful to see so many families out enjoying the festive spirit. From all of us at the RFS, we wish you a very Merry Christmas and a safe, happy holiday season. 🎄✨

❤️🎅

21/12/2025

🚨 SCOTTS HEAD SANTA RUN TODAY 🚒
Come and see Santa in the firetruck around Scotts Head this afternoon.
Departing the station at 4:30pm and finishing at the Adin Street Reserve
The route Santa will take can be found on our previous post below.

With many thanks to Reflections Scotts Head for their generous support

20/12/2025

🚨 :: SANTA'S ROUTE :: 🚨

Get ready to see Santa in the firetruck on his way around Scotts Head
Monday 22nd December
Starting at 4:30pm
Finishing at Adin St Reserve (opposite the shops)
With many thanks to Reflections Scotts Head for their generous support

07/12/2025

🚒 🎅 The RFS Santa Run will take place through the streets of Scotts Head on the afternoon of Monday December 22nd. Stay tuned to Facebook for further information including the planned route.
With many thanks to Reflections Holidays Scotts Head for their support.