Appin Rural Fire Brigade

At our recent AGM, we were proud to celebrate the outstanding service and dedication of our firefighters. On the night, several members were presented with Premiers Citations in recognition of their efforts during the 2022/2023 flood events.

We also extend our warmest congratulations to Paul Hughes, who received the National Medal for Service, a prestigious acknowledgment of his long-standing commitment to the community.

In addition, we congratulate Timothy Moss on his election to the role of Senior Deputy Captain of the brigade.

A huge thank you to all award recipients for their service, and best wishes to Tim in his new leadership role. 👏

SMOKE ADVISORY - NSWRFS and WaterNSW are undertaking a hazard reduction burn west of Helensburgh in Water Catchment area.

Given proximity to Appin, we are seeing a significant amount of smoke drifting into the area driven by an easterly breeze. The smoke is expected to clear overnight as the winds shift before returning again on Thursday afternoon.

To stay up to date on nearby Hazard Reduction activities, download the Hazards Near Me app and set up a watch zone for your property.

Only call Triple Zero (000) if you see unattended fire, not if you see or smell smoke.

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.

Thank you NSW RFS - Alpine/Aylmerton Brigade for hosting and coordinating this Village firefighting course. Building skills and strengthening capabilities for some of Appin’s newer members. Congratulations to all who participated.

Appin Brigade is recruiting for Volunteer On-Call Firefighters now.

All required uniforms, equipment, and training provided.
To find out more please message our page.

🎅🚒 Ho Ho Ho!! 🎅🚒
We’ve picked up Santa! Not long now and he’ll start making his way around town to visit all those kids that have been well behaved this year!

Keep an eye out for us at these locations:
1st Stop - Appin Soccer Oval 5.45pm - 6.00pm
2nd Stop - Appin Valley Park 6.05pm - 6.20pm
3rd Stop - Appin Skate Park 6.25pm - 6.40pm
4th Stop - Neal Place 6.45pm - 7.00pm

We’re looking forward to seeing you soon!

🎅🚒 Ho Ho Ho!! 🎅🚒
Santa has confirmed what time he'll be passing through Appin next week. Listen for the sirens and keep an eye out for the Jolly Old Man himself aboard the fire trucks.

*Wednesday 17th December*
1st Stop - Appin Soccer Oval 5.45pm - 6.00pm
2nd Stop - Appin Valley Park 6.05pm - 6.20pm
3rd Stop - Appin Skate Park 6.25pm - 6.40pm
4th Stop - Neal Place 6.45pm - 7.00pm
We look forward to seeing you there!

Extreme FDR & Total Fire Ban Declared for Saturday 6 December

Due to increasing temperatures and windy conditions forecast for tomorrow, the Fire Danger Rating has been raised to Extreme. As a result, a Total Fire Ban has also been declared from midnight tonight for 24 hours.

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/total-fire-ban-rules

Congratulations Nic who recently went through all his training to gain his Bushfire Fighting qualification recently.

Great to see all the hard work paying off, and straight into your first incident the next day. Excited and full of energy.

Thank you to all those who put in there time to mentor and coach!

NSW RFS Southern Highlands