NSW SES - Goulburn Unit

03/11/2026

🌩️🌧️ WEATHER CHECK: DON’T LET MOTHER NATURE CATCH YOU OUT! 🌪️🧊

Over the past few weeks, we’ve seen some pretty wild and unpredictable weather across the state, from hail and heavy rain to strong winds that seem to come out of nowhere! 😬

While we can’t control the weather (and unfortunately, the Goulburn Dome doesn’t cover the whole state 😂), we can do a few things to prepare ourselves before the next storm rolls in.

🏠 Take 10 minutes today to:

🔩 Secure loose items around your property, including outdoor furniture, trampolines, bins and anything that could become airborne.

🏚️ Check roof sheets, sheds, fences and other structures to make sure they’re secure.

🌳 Have a look at any questionable trees or branches that could cause problems in strong winds.

📱 Download the Hazards Near Me NSW app and turn on notifications so you receive warnings for your area.

⚠️ A LITTLE WARNING CAN MAKE A BIG DIFFERENCE!

Warnings can sometimes come with very little notice, so don’t wait until the wind is howling and the hail is hitting to start preparing!

🚨 A QUICK REMINDER ABOUT EMERGENCY RESPONSE

Our SES teams are always ready to help our communities, but we have a limited number of volunteers available at any given time.

When severe weather impacts a large area, we can receive a high volume of jobs all at once. This means we must triage incidents and prioritise the jobs based on urgency, risk to life and immediate danger.

Unfortunately, this may mean some people have to wait longer for assistance while crews attend more urgent incidents first. We know waiting can be frustrating, but please understand that our volunteers are working hard to help as many people as possible, as safely and efficiently as they can.

💪 WANT TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE?

Have you ever thought about helping your local community when it needs it most?

We’re always keen to hear from people who want to give back and become part of the team! You don’t need to be a superhero (although a good pair of boots helps! 😉).

If you feel you could support your community in times of need, reach out to your local SES unit and ask about volunteering. Every extra volunteer helps us build a stronger, more resilient community.

❤️ A few minutes spent preparing today could save you a lot of stress tomorrow.

Stay safe, stay weather-aware, prepare now, and look out for one another!

31/10/2026

This was the reason for the watch and act. Lucky Goulburn didn’t get hit but parts of Yass have had extensive damage. Crews will continue to support NSW SES - Yass Unit and the community throughout the night and into tomorrow.

31/10/2026

🚨📢⛈️ WATCH AND ACT HAS JUST BEEN ISSUED TO GOULBURN

VERY DANGEROUS THUNDERSTORMS are likely to produce large, possibly giant hailstones and damaging winds over the next several hours in parts of the Southern Tablelands, Central Tablelands and South West Slopes districts.

PLEASE STAY INDOORS.

What you need to do:

Move or stay indoors clear of windows, bringing children and pets with you.
If you must travel, consider the consequences of road conditions and closures and make alternate arrangements for work, children, and travel.
Use stairs instead of lifts in severe weather. You may become trapped if the power goes out.
If your roof or balcony is struck by a fallen tree/branch or other large debris - stay clear and remain indoors if you can. It may have been structurally weakened, even if there is no obvious damage.
Have your emergency kit and grab and go bag handy in case you lose power.
If caught outdoors, shelter under sturdy cover away from lightning, hail, falling branches.
Stay clear of fallen trees, power lines and damaged buildings.

Down load hazards near me.

93.5 Eagle FM
GNFM Goulburn

25/10/2026

⛈️ STORM WARNING – GOULBURN 🌩️

Looks like we’ve got a storm heading our way! It could be here within the next 30 minutes.

Please take a few minutes to:
🧺 Bring in any washing.
🪑 Tie down or secure any loose objects.
🏠 Lock up buildings and secure doors and windows.

We all know the Goulburn Dome likes to work its magic and send storms around us 😂🤞, but just in case it decides to let this one through, it’s better to be prepared!

Stay safe, everyone, and keep an eye on the weather. ⛈️💨

Download hazards near me app.

20/10/2026

🚨 WHAT A FEW MONTHS IT’S BEEN AT GOULBURN SES! 🚨

From new trucks to big storms, it’s certainly been a busy few months for our crew! 💪🚒

🚛 Welcoming our new Unimog! A new addition to the fleet, ready to help support our community and the further community and assist other agencies when needed.

🛰️We have also received a protable Starlink that is completely self sufficient with own batteries and extenders which will help support the unit and agencies in the local/rural areas

🚤 Getting out on the water! Helping support a boat course with our trusty bow loader, proving we’re not just about trucks and mud!

🌊 We have 2 new land base flood operators with another 2 going at the end of the week. Wishing them all the best.

🏞️ Taking our gear on tour! Sending a team over to the ACT to talk all things vehicles and showcase what we have here at Goulburn. We’re always happy to show off our toys! 😉

🌪️ And then came the storm… Unfortunately, it wasn’t just a bit of wind and rain. The storm damaged our own unit, destroyed two houses and brought down a whopping 84 trees, mainly concentrated in one area.

A massive shout-out to our teams who got out there to support the community, worked through the damage and stayed back late to help secure our own unit. It’s never easy looking after everyone else when your own place has taken a hit, but that’s what our members do. ❤️

A huge thank you as well to our mates at the Goulburn RFS who came around to lend a hand. It’s moments like these that remind us what being part of the emergency services family is all about. When one team needs help, the others step up.

From new vehicles and training opportunities to challenging storm damage, it’s been a few months full of action, teamwork and a fair bit of hard work!

Different uniforms, different vehicles, one community. 🤝

Proud of our members, grateful for our fellow emergency services and always ready to help where we can.

And hopefully the next few months involve a little less storm damage and a few more opportunities to enjoy the new toys! 😂🚛

NSW RFS Southern Tablelands Zone
NSW SES - Sutton Unit
NSW SES South Eastern Zone
NSW SES
NSW SES Bungendore

04/09/2026

🧡 WHAT A MONTH FOR GOULBURN SES! 🚨

It may have been a quieter month for call-outs… but that definitely didn’t mean we were sitting around drinking coffee! ☕😂

We’ve been busy training, learning and getting ready for whatever Goulburn’s unpredictable weather throws at us next! 🌧️💨

🚤 Boat exercises in the ACT & Goulburn
🚙 4x4 recovery & self-recovery training
🔎 Zone Land Search course
🪚 Chainsaw training
🌊 Updating our flood action cards

And the results? 👇

🟠 5 new 4x4 members
🟠 13 new Land Search qualified members
🟠 4 new Chainsaw members

We’re also welcoming our new Local Commander to our cluster, made up of Goulburn, Windellema, Crookwell, Collector & Bigga. We support each other when things get busy — and can also assist other clusters across NSW. 🧡

🌬️ Strong winds are currently forecast just outside Goulburn, so make sure you’re prepared and download Hazards Near Me to keep up with warnings.

🧡 WANT TO HELP?

You don’t have to be out in the rain! 😂

We’re currently looking for:

🟠 Control Centre Incident management team
🟠 Logistics
🟠 Community Engagement
🟠 Trainers & Assessors
🟠 Duty Officers
🟠 Storm Operators
🟠 Flood Rescue Operators

You can do one, or collect the whole SES set! 😂

If you think you could help your community, get in touch with us.

🧡 You could be the difference when someone needs help. 🚨

NSW SES
NSW SES South Eastern Zone

17/08/2026

OPERATIONAL UPDATE | NATTAI NP MISSING PERSON SEARCH

For the last several days, members of NSW SES - Goulburn Unit have been supporting NSW Police Force in the search for missing 18-year-old Lily Hooper, alongside multiple other NSW SES units and partner agencies.

Since the search commenced mid last week, our members have been attending in support of our Southern Highlands counterparts as well as specialists from the Bush Search and Rescue Unit, and members have been deployed again today to continue the search effort.

SES crews are out there working hard alongside multi-agency teams, searching extremely difficult terrain and covering challenging areas. Despite the conditions, the search continues, and there is still hope that Lily can be found and brought home safely.

To all the emergency service personnel and volunteers working tirelessly on the ground — thank you for your dedication, determination and unwavering commitment. Your efforts do not go unnoticed.

⚠️ Lily was last seen wearing a shirt and shorts, and her vehicle was located near the Bonnum Pic Walking Trail in the National Park.
Anyone who sees her, or who has information about her whereabouts, is urged to contact The Hume Police District or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

NSW SES
NSW Ambulance
The Hume Police District
NSW SES South Eastern Zone
NSW SES Bush Search and Rescue Unit
NSW Rural Fire Service
Wendy Tuckerman MP
Kristy McBain MP

12/07/2026

The Goulburn crews hit the road and took the boats to Lake Burley Griffin in the ACT for some flood boat training! 🚤💦

A great day on the water sharpening skills, building confidence, and getting plenty of time behind the wheel. Training like this keeps the team ready for whatever comes our way—plus it's always a good excuse to get out on the water! 👏🌊 also on a good note no one got hypothermia which is also a great start.

NSW SES - Sutton Unit
NSW SES South Eastern Zone
NSW SES

05/06/2026

The Goulburn unit has demonstrated remarkable resilience over the past 2 days. Requested to support police rescue for land search for a missing person down near Windellama, over the 2 days we mobilized 12 SES vehicles and 33 members from the area. We worked in tandem with RFS in an extensive line search, navigating a considerable amount of difficult terrain with multiple items found. Leveraging helicopter, police dogs and other resources, we ultimately found the missing person, albeit with a heartbreaking outcome.
Upon returning to the Goulburn area, we received another request to assist an ambulance stuck in mud in Bigga, with a 🚁 on its way. Our crew didnt hesitate to support the ambulance service, even though they had been walking all day. Equipped with 4x4 gear, they successfully freed the vehicle and got it back on the road, allowing it to continue serving the community. We are proud to provide aid to anyone in need, regardless of the name Goulburn on the vehicle we will go where needed.

👏We would like to express our appreciation to the volunteers who generously gave up their time to support their community over the 2 days and their ongoing dedication.👏

The Hume Police District
NSW SES Bungendore
NSW SES - Braidwood Unit
NSW SES South Eastern Zone
NSW SES
NSW RFS Southern Tablelands Zone
NSW Ambulance

93.5 Eagle FM
GNFM Goulburn
Goulburn Post
Kristy McBain MP
Wendy Tuckerman MP

04/06/2026

🔴Missing person appeal 🔴

A land search is currently underway as police appeal for public assistance to locate a man missing from the states south. This will continue into tomorrow with multiple agencies.

James Power, aged 26, last spoke to a friend by phone whilst he was on a property at Windellama – approximately 40km south of Goulburn – about 6.20pm last Tuesday (2 June 2026).

When he was unable to be located or contacted officers attached to The Hume Police District were notified yesterday (Thursday 3 June 2026) and commenced inquiries into his whereabouts.

Police have located his vehicle unattended on the property.

There are serious concerns for James’s welfare as he lives with a number of health conditions.

James is described as Caucasian appearance, 175cm, medium build with short brown hair.

It is not known what he maybe wearing.

James is known to frequent the Windellama, Marulan, Tarago and Sutherland areas.

With the assistance of Police Rescue, the Rural Fire Service and State Emergency Services, local police are conducting a land search of the area.

Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000 or https://nsw.crimestoppers.com.au Information is managed on a confidential basis. The public is reminded not to report information via NSW Police social media pages.

https://www.police.nsw.gov.au/news/news?sq_content_src=%2BdXJsPWh0dHBzJTNBJTJGJTJGZWJpenByZC5wb2xpY2UubnN3Lmdvdi5hdSUyRm1lZGlhJTJGMTI1NjE4Lmh0bWwmYWxsPTE%3D

The Hume Police District
NSW RFS Southern Tablelands Zone
NSW SES South Eastern Zone

Appeal to locate man missing from near GoulburnThursday, 04 June 2026 03:35:34 PM PLEASE NOTE: An image of the missing person is available via NSW Police Force social media pages. A land search is currently underway as police appeal for public assistance to locate a man missing from the states south...