NT Emergency Service - Palmerston Volunteer Unit

12/09/2026

**This message is no longer current***

LOCATION: Girraween Road, GIRRAWEEN

BUSHFIRES NT MESSAGE: WATCH and ACT

ALERT LEVEL: Watch and Act - There is a heightened level of threat. Conditions are changing. Start taking action now to protect your family and your property.

FIRE TYPE: Bushfire.

INFORMATION CURRENT AS AT: 12/09/2026 16:30:00

STATUS: GOING - A fire which is spreading on one or more fronts. Effective containment strategies are not in place for the entire perimeter.

RISKS FACED BY PEOPLE IN THE AREA:
- Smoke from this fire may affect visibility
- Active fire may occur close to the roadside
- Firefighting crews may be working close to the roadside
- A bushfire is running or contained under very high to extreme weather conditions
- The risk of loss of life or threat to properties is almost certain or has occurred
- Bushfires NT is primarily undertaking defensive strategies to protect lives and property.

WHAT TO DO:
- Enact your bushfire survival plan
- Leave immediately (if your property is not safe) if it is safe to leave
- Monitor conditions as they are changing

ADVICE TO THE PUBLIC:
Fire crews from Bushfires NT and NT Fire and Rescue Service are backburning and preparing to protect property.

Residents located between Anglesey Rd, Pioneer Drive, Girraween Road and Coral Drive should LEAVE IMMEDIATELY if you are unprepared. Enact your emergency plans now. If your property is unprepared, leave now.

Girraween Road is closed to the public between Anglesey and Coral Roads. Anglesey Road is closed. Pioneer Drive is closed to the public between Anglesey and Produce Roads. These road closures will not affect people leaving the area.

IT IS EXPECTED THIS SITUATION MAY CONTINUE UNTIL: 12/09/2026 18:30:00

INFORMATION AUTHORISED BY: Incident Controller

RESPONSIBLE AGENCY: Bushfires NT

14/08/2026

We’re calling for nominations for the Administrator’s Medal of the Year Awards 2026.

Members of the public are encouraged to recognise a NT Fire and Emergency Services member who go above and beyond for the community.

Territorians can nominate in four categories:
⭐ Career Firefighter of the Year
⭐ Auxiliary or Volunteer Firefighter of the Year
⭐ Emergency Service Employee or Volunteer of the Year
⭐Bushfires NT Volunteer or Employee of the Year

Strong nominations clearly demonstrate how the individual protects the community, exhibits professionalism, and builds trust and engagement.

📅 Nominations close 27 August 2026.
Submit your nomination: https://vist.ly/5erst

10/08/2026

Do you know a dedicated NT Fire and Emergency Service member who makes a real difference in our community?

Now's your chance to recognise the people who protect our community and demonstrate professionalism, trust and strong community engagement.

Nominations are invited in four categories:
⭐Career Firefighter of the Year
⭐Auxiliary or Volunteer Firefighter of the Year
⭐Emergency Service Employee or Volunteer of the Year
⭐Bushfires NT Volunteer or Employee of the Year

📅 Nominations close 27 August 2026

✏️ Start your nomination: https://pfes.nt.gov.au/Administrators-Medal

05/03/2026

Ready to make a difference?
Join NT Emergency Service and be part of a team of everyday people doing extraordinary things.
Volunteer with NT Emergency Service in Darwin - there is a role for everyone.
For more information, visit: https://vist.ly/4tt6a

29/01/2026

Amazing work from the NT Emergency Service Volunteer Vertical Rescue Team.
Was a pleasure to work with Darwin Volunteer Unit on a very successful rescue 🧡🖤🧡🖤

31/12/2025

In 2025, the Palmerston Volunteer Unit continued to provide reliable and professional support to the Territory through a range of operational and preparedness activities.

Throughout the year, volunteers responded to multiple Requests for Assistance, delivering support during storm events, flooding and other incidents. A significant operational focus was Cyclone Fina, with members supporting preparedness, response and recovery activities before, during and following the system.

Maintaining operational capability remained a priority. Volunteers participated in regular training activities to strengthen skills, ensure readiness and support safe and effective operations.

The unit also recognised key milestones and strengthened internal connections through several social and recognition events, including the Orange Tie Dinner, the NT Emergency Service 50 Year Anniversary Ceremony, and the unit Christmas party.

The Palmerston Volunteer Unit thanks its volunteers, their families and supporters for their ongoing commitment throughout 2025. The unit remains focused on continued readiness and community service in 2026.

26/12/2025

26/12/2025

Busy over Boxing Day 💪

Request for Assistance – Wagaman

In the early hours of this morning, NT Emergency Service volunteers from the Palmerston Volunteer Unit responded to a request for assistance following storm damage at a residential property in Wagaman.

Our volunteers assessed the damage, managed immediate hazards, and worked to make the scene safe for the occupants.

Thank you to NT Emergency Service - Palmerston Volunteer Unit for their prompt response.

25/12/2025

🎄Merry Christmas!

As we wrap up another big year, we’d like to take a moment to say thank you to our incredible volunteers, their families, our emergency service partners and the Palmerston community for your ongoing support throughout 2025.

It’s been a busy year of training, call-outs, community events and teamwork and none of it would be possible without the dedication of our volunteers and the understanding of the families who support them behind the scenes.

To everyone in our community, we wish you a safe and happy Christmas. Please take care on the roads, look out for one another and remember that our volunteers are on call over the festive period if you need us.

From all of us at the Palmerston Volunteer Unit, Merry Christmas and we look forward to continuing to serve our community in 2026 ❤️

16/12/2025

🌳 Building Skills for the Storm Season

Over the weekend, NT Emergency Service and NT Fire and Rescue Service volunteers completed a chainsaw training course, building the skills and confidence needed to safely support the community when needed.

The course covered safe operation, maintenance, hazard identification and practical cutting techniques, giving members hands-on experience.

A big thank you to the trainers and assessors for their time and expertise, and well done to all the volunteers who took part and successfully completed the course.

Darwin Volunteer Unit / Palmerston Volunteer Unit

📸 - Harley