Eton Rural Fire Brigade

05/10/2026

🔥 SMOKE HAZARD WARNING 🔥

Residents in the Eton Township area are advised that smoke may be present from approximately 4 pm this afternoon and into the evening.

This is due to a hazard reduction burn being conducted on the Eton Church Hill and the surrounding areas, weather permitting.

Please take care when travelling through the area as smoke may reduce visibility on the roads.

Thank you for understanding and please share this warning with family, friends and neighbours who may be in the area.

John Muscat
1st Officer
Eton Rural Fire Brigade.

12/06/2026

ARMIES RURAL FIRE BRIGADE STATION OPEN DAY

RFSQ Brigade Volunteers, family members and local community are invited to come along to celebrate the volunteers who help keep our local communities safe, playing a vital role in protecting lives, property and the environment.

RFSQ Volunteers respond to incidents, support bushfire preparedness, and work closely with their communities year-round. This is an opportunity to recognise their contribution and say thanks.

The event will be held at Armies Rural Fire Brigade, 681 Armstrong Beach Road,
Armstrong Beach on Saturday, 20th June 2026 from 1.00pm.

A free BBQ Sausage Sizzle will take place after official presentations that will be open to the public.

Bring your family and come meet your local Rural Fire Brigade and volunteers, the RFSQ Mascot Bushy and check out the Yellow Firefighting Trucks that will be on display.
Armies Rural Fire Brigade Eton Rural Fire Brigade Hay Point Rural Fire Brigade

We hope to see you there!

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04/06/2026

15/12/2025

With the days heating up and the ground drying out, landholders are wanting to burn off.

All fires over 2m in any direction require a permit.

Permits are free.

In rural Queensland the use of fire is controlled through the volunteer Fire Warden network.

Remember, if you live in an urban or rural fringe community, the Fire Warden could be your local fire station.

The Fire Warden’s role includes:
-granting or rejecting applications for permit to light fire
-determining the conditions under which permitted fires can be lit
-advising owners and occupiers of the need for fuel and hazard reduction
-recommending safety precautions for the protection of homes and assets.

https://www.fire.qld.gov.au/safety-education/using-fire-outdoors/fire-wardens

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