Northam Central Volunteer Bushfire Brigade

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Information page for Northam Central Volunteer Bushfire Brigade.

*Please note this is not an emergency alert page.

Any signs of fire please call 000

If you would like to volunteer please email we are always looking for new members.

19/10/2026

Because apparently getting cars to fly might be easier than getting some WA drivers to move left for emergency vehicles 🙄

But until flying firetrucks are a thing, please get out of the way! 🚨🚒

When you see flashing lights and hear sirens, stay calm, check where the emergency vehicle is coming from and give way safely.

17/10/2026

🚒 TRAINING, TEAMWORK & CAMARADERIE!

Today, our volunteers joined fellow Shire of Northam Bushfire Brigade volunteers for a preseason skills refresher to help keep our skills sharp and prepare for the upcoming bushfire season. 🔥

Training covered:

🚑 First Aid
🔥 Burn-Over Procedures
🎙️ New Handheld Radios
🚒 Appliance Familiarisation across different vehicle sizes

The training was followed by a well-earned sundowner 🍕— a great opportunity to connect with fellow volunteers, share knowledge and strengthen the teamwork that helps keep our communities safe.

A big thank you to everyone involved in organising and participating in the day! 👏

07/10/2026

𝗦𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗰𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗕𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗼𝗱
Spring restricted burning period has commenced and no burning is allowed without a permit.

During the Spring Restricted burning period, properties over 2000m2 may burn small 1m3 of garden refuse (dry leaves, small branches, off cuts etc) in a single pile at a time between hours of 6pm and 11pm without a permit.

All other burning requires an approved permit.

Subscribe to Shire of Northam's free Bush Fire Information SMS Service by texting NOTIFY to 0419 497 039.

For further details: www.northam.wa.gov.au/burningperiods
To apply for a permit and check the list of approved permits: www.northam.wa.gov.au/permit

26/09/2026

🔥𝗕𝘂𝗿𝗻 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗶𝘁 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗡𝗼𝘄 𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗻!🔥

With the Spring Restricted burning period set to begin on 1 October, the Shire of Northam is now accepting Permit to Burn applications.

No burning can be undertaken when the Fire Danger Rating is “HIGH” or above.

During the Spring Restricted burning period, properties over 2000m2 may burn small 1m3 of garden refuse (dry leaves, small branches, off cuts etc) in a single pile at a time between hours of 6pm and 11pm as per the Bush Fire Act 1954 Section 24F. All other burning requires an approved permit.

👉 For more information or to apply for a Permit to Burn head here: https://www.northam.wa.gov.au/permit

12/09/2026

Last Thursday’s training was open to all bush fire brigades across the Shire of Northam.

Thank you to the members from Clackline-Muresk, Irishtown and Northam Central who attended.

Our volunteers refreshed their understanding of on-road driving, covering the key legislative, safe work and practical aspects of driving under emergency conditions.

We are currently recruiting new volunteers! 🚒 If you have any questions about becoming a volunteer, complete our Expression of Enquiry form and someone will contact you ASAP.

👉 https://northamshire1.formstack.com/forms/applicant_enquiry_form

10/09/2026

R U OK?Day 2026 is Thursday 10 September, but life happens every day.

If you're worried about someone, or you've noticed a change in their behaviour, ask R U OK? on any day! For tips on how to have supportive conversations, visit: ruok.org.au/how-to-ask

06/09/2026

2026 WAFES Conference & Awards 🚒🏆

Volunteers from some Northam Shire bush fire brigades, including Northam Central, attended the WAFES Conference and Awards this weekend.

It was a fantastic opportunity to learn, network with fellow volunteers and celebrate the dedication and achievements of those who give so much to our communities.

05/09/2026

To all the dads in our brigade who give so much of their time to keep our community safe, Happy Father’s Day. 🧑‍🚒

Thank you - We appreciate you! ♥️

27/08/2026

🚒 Thursday night training

This week our members refreshed their skills in responding to incidents.

We covered a number of topics including: safely turning out, arriving on scene, resource-tracking on scene, managing stand-downs and safely returning to station.

Another great night of training to keep our members prepared and our community safe. 👨‍🚒🔥

It’s not too late to join Northam Central Bushfire Brigade before the upcoming fire season! If you’re interested in getting involved 👉 Enquire here: https://northamshire1.formstack.com/forms/applicant_enquiry_form

13/08/2026

Thursday night training 🚒

This week our members practised their Rural Urban Interface (RUI) skills, focusing on asset protection and strategies used to help protect homes, property and infrastructure during bushfires.

A big thank you to everyone from the different brigades who attended, and to Kris, Deputy Chief, for the photos 📸

Interested in becoming a member of Northam Central? Complete the Enquiry form below to find out more:
https://northamshire1.formstack.com/forms/applicant_enquiry_form

Address

2 Henry Street Northam
Northam, WA
6401

Website

https://www.emergency.wa.gov.au/

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