NSW SES - Braidwood Unit

23/10/2026

⚠️ The Bureau of Meteorology has issued a forecast for possible severe thunderstorms in our area on Sunday.
ℹ️ Severe storms are likely in the red areas on the map, including around Canberra, Bungendore and Braidwood surrounds
ℹ️ These storms could bring damaging winds, heavy rain and hail.

Make sure you’re prepared and stay ahead of the storm.
🔸Tie down loose items in your yard
🔸Park undercover and away from trees or powerlines
🔸Clear your gutters of debris
🔸Keep clear of creeks and storm drains
📲 Ensure you monitor the Hazards Near Me app to stay across warnings.
🚫 If you come across a flooded road, turn around and find an alternative route. Flash flooding is dangerous and unpredictable.
☎️�If you need assistance, call us on 132 500. If life-threatening, call Triple Zero (000).

25/09/2026

Our deepest condolences to the family, friends and colleagues of the NSW Police Force constable who tragically lost her life while on duty in Redfern early this morning.
Our thoughts are also with the injured officer, their colleagues and all emergency service personnel affected by this tragedy.
Rest easy. Your duty is done.

20/09/2026

This weekend 2 of our members joined Bungendore, Queanbeyan and Golburn ses units for the first weekend of a flood boat course, learning new skills to better help our communities in times of need.
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Braidwood Bugle
NSW SES South Eastern
NSW SES Bungendore
NSW SES - Goulburn Unit
NSW SES - Queanbeyan Unit

Thanks to Brad for some of the photos

16/09/2026

I’D LOVE TO JOIN SES… BUT…
We hear it all the time.
🗣️ “I’m a parent.”
💼 “I work full-time.”
✈️ “I work away.”
🌙 “I work shifts.”
🌴 “I’m retired.”
😅 “Life is just really busy.”
And you know what?
So are our volunteers 🙋‍♀️🙋‍♂️
Our members have jobs, families, commitments, hobbies and busy lives outside of SES.
We don’t all have the same schedules.
We don’t all have the same availability.
And we definitely don’t all have endless free time.
That’s the point!
VOLUNTEERING DOESN’T HAVE TO MEAN PUTTING YOUR LIFE ON HOLD.
You give what you can. 🤲
You learn new skills. 🧠
You meet great people. 🤝
You become part of a team. 🧡
So if you’ve been thinking:
🤔 “I’D LOVE TO JOIN SES… BUT…”
Maybe your "BUT" isn’t a reason not to join.
Our members are open to talk re joining Braidwood SES

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Braidwood Bugle

05/09/2026

Today we celebrate all the dads in our community — especially the incredible fathers within the NSW SES who volunteer their time, skills, and heart to help others.

To our volunteer dads: thank you for juggling family life with call‑outs, training, and long nights supporting our communities. Your commitment sets an example not just for your teams, but for your kids who watch you step up when it matters most.

And to the dads behind the scenes — the ones who support our members, keep things running at home, and encourage their partners to serve — your contribution is just as vital. We couldn’t do what we do without you.

Wishing all dads a safe, happy, and well‑deserved Father’s Day. 💛🧡

Braidwood Bugle
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NSW SES South Eastern Zone

05/09/2026

Issued at 10:45 am EST on Saturday 5 September 2026

Damaging winds developing over parts of southeast NSW and southern ACT.

Weather situation
A strong northwesterly flow will develop during early this morning ahead of a cold front that will sweep over southern parts of the state during the day. Winds will tend westerly during this evening in the wake of the front.

Severe Weather Warning

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For parts of the BLUE MOUNTAINS, SNOWY MOUNTAINS and southern parts of the ACT: DAMAGING WINDS averaging 60 to 70 km/h with peak gusts around 100 km/h are forecast to develop around sunrise today. For alpine areas above 1900 metres DAMAGING WINDS averaging 80 to 90 km/h are possible from the early morning.
For the ILLAWARRA, SOUTH COAST and northern parts of the COASTAL RANGES: Strong winds averaging 50 to 60 km/h with DAMAGING WIND GUSTS around 90 km/h are forecast to develop from the late morning.
BLIZZARD conditions are possible over alpine areas above 1900 metres during from mid afternoon today until early evening. The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service recommends that back country travel be postponed until conditions improve.
Winds are expected to ease across much of the warning area during late this afternoon and evening, though damaging winds may redevelop overnight in parts of the Snowy Mountains and South Coast Ranges and continue into Sunday morning.
Locations which may be affected include Wollongong, Nowra, Bowral, Katoomba, Kiama and Ulladulla.
Safety advice
The State Emergency Service advises that people should:

* Park your car under secure cover and away from trees, powerlines and drains.
* Secure or put away loose items around your house, yard and balcony.
* Keep at least 8 metres away from fallen power lines or objects that may be energised, such as fences.
* Report fallen power lines to either Ausgrid (131 388), Endeavour Energy (131 003), Essential Energy (132 080) or Evoenergy (131 093) as shown on your power bill.
For emergency help in flood and storms, ring the SES on 132 500

24/08/2026

09/08/2026

Damaging winds over alpine areas today, extending broadly across eastern NSW on Monday.

Weather Situation: North to northwesterly winds will strengthen on Sunday ahead of a cold front forecast to cross NSW later on Sunday. Vigorous west to northwesterly winds will follow on Monday as a low pressure system moves into Bass Strait, extending gusty conditions broadly over the Great Dividing Range, the Hunter Valley and elevated terrain over eastern New South Wales.

Severe Weather Warning

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For SNOWY MOUNTAINS above 1500 metres: DAMAGING WINDS averaging 60 to 70 km/h with peak gusts in excess of 90 km/h are likely during Sunday, easing later on Monday.

For ALPINE AREAS above 1900 metres: DAMAGING WINDS averaging 80 to 90 km/h with peak gusts in excess of 125 km/h are likely during Sunday, easing during Monday morning.

For the GREAT DIVIDING RANGE broadly: DAMAGING WINDS averaging 60 to 70 km/h with peak gusts in excess of 90 km/h are possible from Monday morning, becoming more likely during Monday afternoon, then gradually easing from early Tuesday morning.

For the HUNTER VALLEY, including NEWCASTLE: DAMAGING WINDS averaging 60 to 70 km/h with peak gusts of around 90 km/h are likely during Monday afternoon, easing later on Monday evening.

Locations which may be affected include Newcastle, Armidale, Goulburn, Scone, Tenterfield, Katoomba, Cooma, Cessnock, Maitland, Perisher Valley and Thredbo Top Station.

Safety advice
The State Emergency Service advises that people should:

* Park your car under secure cover and away from trees, powerlines and drains.

* Secure or put away loose items around your house, yard and balcony.

* Keep at least 8 metres away from fallen power lines or objects that may be energised, such as fences.

* Report fallen power lines to either Ausgrid (131 388), Endeavour Energy (131 003), Essential Energy (132 080) or Evoenergy (131 093) as shown on your power bill.

For emergency help in flood and storms, ring the SES on 132 500.

Stay updated on the Hazards Near Me NSW app or the ACT ESA website (https://esa.act.gov.au).

Check https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts. Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and State Emergency Service would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.

The next Severe Weather Warning will be issued by 5:00 pm Australian Eastern Standard Time Sunday.The next Severe Weather Warning will be issued by 5:00 pm AEST Sunday.
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Braidwood Bugle

31/07/2026

It is with great sadness that NSW SES - Braidwood Unit acknowledges the unexpected passing of fellow emergency services volunteer, Irene, from our local area this morning.

For more than 20 years, Irene dedicated her time to serving the Windellama community as a member of NSW SES Windellama Unit and as a First Responder. Her commitment to helping others and her service to the community will not be forgotten.

On behalf of everyone at Braidwood we extend our heartfelt condolences to Irene’s family, friends and all members of Windellama SES during this incredibly difficult time. Our thoughts are with you all.

A service to celebrate Irene’s life will be held at Craig’s Hill Crematorium on Thursday, 6 August, at 11:00 am.

Rest peacefully, Irene. Thank you for your years of selfless service to our community. You will be sadly missed. ❤️
NSW SES

26/07/2026

Don't Forget today is Test Day

🚨 AusAlert national test – Monday 27 July
Australia's new national warning system, AusAlert, will be tested across the country at:
📅 2:00pm AEST, Monday 27 July 2026
If you have a compatible mobile phone, tablet or smart watch, you may receive a test alert. Your device may vibrate and play a loud, siren-like sound for around 10 seconds – even if it is set to silent or Do Not Disturb.
✅ This is only a test
✅ There is no emergency
✅ No action is required
If receiving the alert could cause concern or disruption, visit the AusAlert website to learn more about managing alerts on your device.
In a real emergency, always follow the instructions contained in an alert to help keep yourself and others safe. ausalert.gov.au