NSW Rural Fire Service Canobolas Zone

08/10/2026

VALE GROUP CAPTAIN LES BOWDEN AFSM

Canobolas Zone sends heartfelt condolences to one of our own Superintendent Brett Bowden AFSM and his family on the passing of his wonderful Father Mr Leslie Bowden AFSM.

You may stand down Sir.

08/10/2026

What a wonderful day for Canobolas Zone.

Without the ongoing push from Nils Waite and Jennifer Bucknell this project would not have been started.

Great to see the grand opening.

01/10/2026

BUSHFIRE DANGER PERIOD

1st October 2026 is the beginning of the Bush Fire Danger Period.

YOU MUST APPLY AND HAVE ISSUED A PERMIT TO BURN. FINES APPLY FOR NON COMPLIANCE.

This can be done via the RFS Website or contacting the Fire Control Centre during office hours.

22/09/2026

KEEP INFORMATION CLOSE AT HAND 🤳
Stay informed with real-time alerts for bush fires and other emergencies in your area. Use the Hazards Near Me app to set a Watch Zone and get notified about incidents near the places that matter most to you.

24/08/2026

Since the first crews departed in July, members and their fellow Australians have been kept very busy on fire grounds across three countries including the United States, Canada and France.

Our people have been covering a range of roles, from on-the-ground firefighting and aerial water bombing to positions within Incident Management Teams.

Our thoughts are with every community currently being impacted by wildfires. We are, as ever, in it together 💛

21/08/2026

What a wonderful contribution to their community.

A big thank you to Kevin and Ann Graham for their contributions to Woodstock and Kangaroo Flat brigades.

Mr. and Mrs. Graham had an unfortunate situation earlier this year when their chimney caught fire during the night. Woodstock was first on scene, with Kangaroo Flat being paged to assist with their SCBA gear.

The contributions made by the Graham's will help both brigades continue to help our communities.

Captain Robbo Moodie accepted the contributions today, on behalf of both brigades, from Mr. Kevin Graham.

21/08/2026

GET READY WEEKEND

It’s time again for Get Ready Weekend this 19th and 20th of September, 2026. Meet your local RFS Brigade to learn how to prepare your home and family for the bush fire season.

Find your local RFS Brigade event via our interactive map:
https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/news-and-media/get-ready-weekend-2026

As the bush fire season approaches, now is the time to understand your bush fire risk and take simple steps to prepare your home, property and family. To help you get ready, the NSW Rural Fire Service (RFS) hosts Get Ready Weekend events across the state, providing free information, practical advice...

10/08/2026

Ahhh nothing stops for nasty weather. Look at those smiles.

10/08/2026

14 YEARS and STILL LOOKING GREAT

In 2012 the first standard Rural Fire Station was opened at Lake Canobolas, over 50 new stations/additions have been completed with the latest handover in September of 2026. This project management of this build was undertaken by the acting administration assistant Cathy Bowden with a budget of $265,000. The same station would now be $3 Million.

Towac Rural Fire Brigade has looked after their station with pride.

Post below from Towac Rural Fire Brigade

Towac Rural Fire Brigade is feeling peaceful at Lake Canobolas Reserve.
Yesterday at 06:45
Nashdale
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OBSERVATION | 🌅 A QUIET START TO THE DAY 🚒
There’s something special about an early morning at Towac Rural Fire Brigade
After overnight rain, the wet concrete catches the first light of the morning, creating beautiful reflections across the station apron. 💧✨
The shed is quiet, the countryside is waking up, and for a moment there’s a peaceful stillness around the brigade.
Then again… you never know who might turn up! 🦘👀
A beautiful reminder that our brigade is not only a place of service and community — it’s also part of the landscape we’re here to protect.

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06/08/2026

HOW TO NOTIFY US OF YOUR PLANNED BURN 🔥

1. Notify the NSW Rural Fire Service
Visit www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/notify at least 24 hours before your planned burn and complete the online notification form.
You'll need to provide:
• Your name and contact details
• The property address where the burn will take place
• Your planned start date and expected end date
• The purpose of the burn (e.g. pile burn, stubble burn, agricultural burn, land clearing, hazard reduction, etc.)
⚠️ Please read and accept all conditions before submitting your notification.

✅ 2. Notify Your Neighbours
At least 24 hours before your burn, notify all adjoining landholders, including neighbours across the road.

✅ 3. Check Conditions Before You Burn
Before lighting your fire, check the latest weather forecast and Fire Danger Rating to ensure conditions are safe and suitable.

📞 Need more information?
Contact the Canobolas Fire Control Centre on (02) 6363 6666.

Working together helps keep our communities safe. 🚒🔥
— with Area Command Western and NSW Rural Fire Service Canobolas Zone.