Theresa Park Rural Fire Brigade

27/10/2026

High Fire Danger Rating | Fire Permits Suspended - Wednesday, 28 October 2026

With forecast warm and windy conditions tomorrow, all fire permits will be suspended for a 24 hour period from midnight tonight across the Wingecarribee Shire Council and Wollondilly Shire Council areas.

If you see a fire without a fire truck in attendance, report it to Triple Zero (000) immediately.

Don't be the fire risk to your community.

More info: https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/fire-information/fdr-and-tobans

17/10/2026

Jacqueline has returned from the Gold Coast after representing the RFS at the Australasian Police & Emergency Services Games.

Jacquie medalled in every event she entered, bringing home a total of 8 medals across 2 sports:

🥈 Silver - Mixed Touch Football

Indoor Rowing:
🥈 Silver – 200m Individual
🥉 Bronze – 500m Individual
🥈 Silver – 1000m Individual

Jacquie then teamed up with officers from Northern Territory Police in the Doubles & Quad events, achieving:
🥈 Silver – 200m Doubles
🥈 Silver – 500m Doubles
🥈 Silver – 1000m Doubles
🥈 Silver – 1000m Quad

Congratulations to Jacquie and all competitors who represented the RFS.

11/10/2026

High Fire Danger Rating | Fire Permits Suspended - Monday, 12 October 2026

With forecast dry and windy conditions tomorrow, all fire permits will be suspended for a 24 hour period from midnight tonight across the Wingecarribee Shire Council and Wollondilly Shire Council areas.

If you see a fire without a fire truck in attendance, report it to Triple Zero (000) immediately.

Don't be the fire risk to your community.

More info: https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/fire-information/fdr-and-tobans

18/09/2026

High Fire Danger Rating | Fire Permits Suspended - Saturday, 19 September 2026

Due to forecast dry and windy conditions tomorrow, all fire permits have been suspended for a 24 hour period from midnight tonight.

Residents who have undertaken recent pile burning are urged to check these piles for any smoke or smouldering materials over the coming days.

Don't be the fire risk to your community. If you see a fire without a fire truck in attendance, report it to Triple Zero (000) immediately.

More info: https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/fire-information/fdr-and-tobans

14/09/2026

🔥 Fire Permits Required from Today🔥

From today (14 September), the Bush Fire Danger Period begins in the Wingecarribee Shire Council and Wollondilly Shire Council areas which means a Fire Permit is required before lighting a fire.

If you’re planning to burn, please make sure you have the appropriate permit in place before you light up. Remember, permits may also be suspended during periods of increased fire danger.

REMINDERS:

➡️ You can apply for a free Fire Permit online at www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/notify

➡️ Notify the NSW RFS at least 24 hours before lighting via www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/notify

➡️ Notify all neighbours at least 24 hours before lighting.

More info: https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/plan-and-prepare/know-your-risk/Bush-fire-hazards-and-your-property/fire-permits

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04/09/2026

Please be mindful of the increased fire risk tomorrow Saturday 5 September.

🟡Elevated Fire Danger - Saturday 5 September🟡

Due to unseasonably warm and windy conditions tomorrow, the Fire Danger Rating will be raised to High for the Wingecarribee Shire Council and Wollondilly Shire Council areas.

🔥Landholders are urged to:
• Postpone all planned pile burning until conditions ease.
• Regularly check any pile burns conducted in recent weeks.
• Ensure burnt piles are completely extinguished, including checking for heat or smouldering material beneath the surface.
• Continue monitoring old burn sites while strong winds persist.

Remember, fines can apply if you fail to notify the RFS before lighting a fire or if your fire escapes your property.

If you see an unattended or escaped fire, call Triple Zero (000) immediately.

🚫 Don’t be the fire risk to your community.

More info: https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/fire-information/fdr-and-tobans

01/09/2026

Bush Fire Danger Period to start on 14 September 2026

The Bush Fire Danger Period of the Wingecarribee Shire Council and Wollondilly Shire Council areas has been brought forward to 14 September due to prevailing dry conditions. This means that a Fire Permit will be required from 14 September to light or maintain fire in the open.

Residents and land holders should also ensure they understand the rules around the use of fire. Along with required fire permits, you must also notify your local fire authority and neighbours of your intent to burn 24 hours in advance.

To apply for a Fire Permit visit www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/notify and be sure to give us as much notice as possible as a Fire Permit Officer will need to visit your property prior to issuing a permit.

Know the risks for your area, have a bush fire survival plan and discuss what you and your family will do if threatened by fire.

For more information, visit the RFS website: www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/BFDP

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01/09/2026

An important notice to Wollondilly residents:
The Bush Fire Danger Period (BFDP) is commencing earlier this year. From 14/9/26, a fire permit will be required if you wish to burn.

Today, 27 Local Government Areas (LGA) commence their Bush Fire Danger Period, with several areas beginning a month earlier than normal due to the prevailing dry conditions.

Additionally, two LGA's will commence their Bush Fire Danger Period on 14 September, which is two weeks earlier than normal.

Residents and land holders should ensure they understand the rules around the use of fire. Along with required fire permits, you must also notify your local fire authority and neighbours of your intent to burn 24 hours in advance.

Know the risks for your area, have a bush fire survival plan and discuss what you and your family will do if threatened by fire. For more information, visit the website: www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/BFDP

31/03/2026

The Bush Fire Danger Period ends for the Wollondilly LGA on 1 April 2026.

If you plan on conducting a pile burn, please ensure that you:
1. Obtain a General Approval to Burn from Wollondilly Shire Council
https://www.wollondilly.nsw.gov.au/environment-biodiversity-and-sustainability/pile-burn-applications
2. Provide the RFS with prior notification online
https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/notify
3. Notify your neighbours 24 hours before lighting up

The Official Bush Fire Danger Period will conclude at midnight tomorrow (31 March 2026) for the Wingecarribee Shire Council and Wollondilly Shire Council LGA's.

From Wednesday 1 April, fire permits will no longer be required for residents, except those properties within the town limits of Warragamba, Picton, Mittagong, Moss Vale, Bowral and Bundanoon, who are required to obtain a fire permit from Fire & Rescue NSW all year round.

Even though a fire permit is no longer required, you must still notify your neighbours and the local fire authority 24 hours before burning as well as comply with any Council Backyard Burning Policies.

Before lighting up, you should also check the forecast weather conditions and have sufficient equipment on hand to control and contain the fire to your own property. Failure to notify neighbours or the RFS, or allowing a fire to escape can result in significant fines.

To notify of your intent to burn, use the online burn notification tool at www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/notify or call your local Fire Control Centre during business hours.

09/01/2026

Today Saturday 10th January the Fire Danger Rating is EXTREME, and a Total Fire Ban is in place.

TOTAL FIRE BAN – WHAT IT MEANS
🔥 No fires outdoors
🔥 No wood or charcoal BBQs (gas/electric only)
🔧 No outdoor hot works (welding, grinding, cutting metal)
🚜 Avoid using equipment that may spark (mowers, slashers)
🚭 Dispose of ci******es responsibly - one spark is enough

⚠️ Penalties apply for breaches

🚒 Ring 000 immediately if a fire starts

Please take care.

Extreme FDR & Total Fire Ban Declared for Saturday 10 January

Hot, dry and windy conditions are forecast for tomorrow which will see the Fire Danger Rating rise to Extreme. As a result, a Total Fire Ban has also been declared from midnight tonight for 24 hours for the Wingecarribee Shire Council and Wollondilly Shire Council areas.

During a Total Fire Ban you cannot light, maintain or use a fire in the open, or to carry out any activity in the open that causes, or is likely to cause, a fire.

Know what you will do if threatened by fire, review your Bush Fire Survival Plan and be ready to take immediate action. Report all fires without a fire truck in attendance to Triple Zero (000) immediately.

More info: https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/fire-information/fdr-and-tobans