NSW RFS - MT Arthur Brigade

30/09/2026

🔥Bush Fire Danger Period 🔥

Today, Thursday 1st October 2026, the Bush Fire Danger Period (BFDP) commences for The Orana District (Dubbo Regional Council and Narromine Shire Council LGA’s)

What does this mean?
• The BFDP is in effect until midnight 31st March, 2027. During this time, you WILL require a fire permit to burn 🔥

• Total Fire Ban (TOBAN) days may occur which mean NO open flame is to be used on those days 🚫 These are days of high/extreme fire danger where weather conditions align for potentially catastrophic fires to occur.

• Fire Danger Ratings will be displayed during the BFDP on your local FDR sign.

• Community will be advised via social media on extreme, catastrophic and TOBAN days 🔈

• Fire permits can be obtained by clicking this link 🔗 https://nswrfsprod.service-now.com/guardian_csp?id=guardian_cat_item&sys_id=578b27b4c360b1104a9cdc311501313e
🧑‍🚒 please ensure you apply well in advance, our volunteers will need to inspect before approving your permit.

Install the Hazards Near Me app 📱 so you can stay up to date with fire activity in the area and receive warning notifications.

29/09/2026

🔥 Fire Permits Required from 1st October🔥

From the 1st of October, the Bush Fire Danger Period begins in the Dubbo Regional Council and Narromine 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.

FOR MORE INFORMATION:

➡️ 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

25/09/2026

🚒 GET READY WEEKEND – COME AND SEE US! 🔥
Mt Arthur Rural Fire Brigade is at the Wellington Rotary Markets for Get Ready Weekend!
Come down, say hello to the crew and have a chat about getting your home and property prepared for the upcoming bush fire season.
🔥 Bush fire survival information
🏡 Property preparation advice
🚒 Check out the fire truck and equipment
👨‍🚒 Meet some of our local volunteers
❓ Ask us any questions about preparing for bush fires or joining the NSW RFS
Whether you live in town or out of town, now is a great time to Get Ready before the warmer weather arrives.
📍 Wellington Rotary Markets
🚒 Look out for the Mt Arthur Rural Fire Brigade crew!
Come and see us — we’d love to have a chat!

22/09/2026

On sunday we had the opportunity to do a pile burn at the racecourse had a very good turn out with the newbies having a go and getting hands on well done to everyone that turned up and had a go

14/09/2026

10/09/2026

well worth a watch from a fire than us along with many in NSW RFS Orana Team got called to last year.

30/08/2026

MESSAGE FROM THE CAPTAIN ❤️‍🔥

Its a long one.

As August comes to a close, I think it’s safe to say it’s been an absolutely massive effort from the Mt Arthur crew.

Over the past month we’ve had members working towards their Breathing Apparatus qualifications, Village Firefighter training, Firefighter 1 & 2 training, taking on the MND Stair Challenge, spending two big days supporting the action at Bodangra, crews heading out to the Mundi Mundi Bash, and of course, responding to all the callouts along the way.

It’s been a huge month, and I couldn’t be prouder of the effort, commitment and dedication everyone has put in. 👏🔥

But this post isn’t just about recognising our members.

It’s about recognising the families behind our volunteers.

The wives, husbands, partners, kids, parents and loved ones who are often left at home while we head out the door. The missed dinners, weekends, birthdays, family time and late nights — all so we can help our community when we’re needed.

We don’t always get to say it, but we appreciate every single one of you.

From me personally, I want to say a massive thank you to my amazing fiancée for putting up with the late nights, weekends away and everything that comes with being a volunteer firefighter. ❤️

Without the support of our families, none of what we do would be possible.

From the Mt Arthur crew — thank you to the families behind the firefighters. ❤️🚒