NSW SES Portland Unit

02/10/2026

Our members headed out to maiyingu Murragu reserve (Black fellows hands) today
To celebrate Naidoc day and to engage with the Community.
After the celebrations we took a walk to see the aboriginal art work
And thanks to Nick ( LGW Unit) for coming and hanging out with us today

25/09/2026

21/09/2026

18/09/2026

Today 2 of our members were activated to a bird hanging dead in a tree at the millpond wrapped in fishing line and a lure still attached.
We cut the branch so the bird could be disposed of and no other birds get caught up in it.
This is a timely reminder to not leave fishing line lying around take it with you.

17/09/2026

I’D LOVE TO JOIN SES… BUT…
We hear it all the time.
🗣️ “I’m a parent.”
💼 “I work full-time.”
✈️ “I work away.”
🌙 “I work shifts.”
🌴 “I’m retired.”
😅 “Life is just really busy.”

And you know what?
So are our volunteers 🙋‍♀️🙋‍♂️

Our members have jobs, families, commitments, hobbies and busy lives outside of SES.

We don’t all have the same schedules.
We don’t all have the same availability.
And we definitely don’t all have endless free time.
That’s the point!

VOLUNTEERING DOESN’T HAVE TO MEAN PUTTING YOUR LIFE ON HOLD.
You give what you can. 🤲
You learn new skills. 🧠
You meet great people. 🤝
You become part of a team. 🧡

So if you’ve been thinking:
🤔 “I’D LOVE TO JOIN SES… BUT…”
Maybe your "BUT" isn’t a reason not to join.

🧡 THERE’S A PLACE FOR YOU AT THE Portland UNIT 🧡

21/08/2026

Well Done Portland Central School - A new generation of Volunteering in our community!
From Portland State EmergencyService, we would like to say a huge thank you to Portland Central School for hosting such a fantastic Volunteer Inspire and Innovate STEM Expo! 💙

It was wonderful to see students, teachers and community organisations come together and showcase the many ways young people can get involved, make a difference and discover the value of volunteering.

A special thank you to the amazing teachers Rebecca & Emma for organising such an informative and engaging day, highlighting the importance of volunteers and community connections, and to Rhiannon for the wonderful work she does with the students.

We would like to thank the Volunteer Connect Lithgow Region Inc that could help create the connections through our Volunteer Guide, bringing local volunteer organisations and Portland Central School together.

These connections open the door for young people to discover volunteering, build confidence, learn new skills and see how they can contribute to their community.

💙 Thank you, Portland Central School and everyone involved for making the day such a success.

Thank you for helping us inspire the next generation of volunteers!

08/08/2026

🟠 Ever pictured yourself in orange?

This is what it looks like when a community needs you most. 🌊 Rising water. A crew moving fast. No hesitation - just training, teamwork, and people who show up.

That's NSW SES. That could be you.

You don't need to be a hero. You just need to be ready. 💪

🚨 Flood rescue. Storm response. Community safety.
🧡 Real people. Real training. Real impact.

Swipe into a role where showing up is the job.

👉 Find out how to join at ses.nsw.gov.au

02/08/2026

What did you do this weekend? While many were enjoying some downtime, Portland Unit Commander Ebony and Deputy Unit Commander Kenny were in Dubbo investing in their leadership skills at the 2026 Western Zone Leadership Forum.

Over two days, they joined volunteer leaders from across Western NSW to explore leading during disasters, decision-making under pressure, and real-world emergency management case studies. The forum provided practical ideas, fresh perspectives, and valuable networking opportunities that will help strengthen leadership within the Portland Unit.

The weekend also provided an opportunity to celebrate success, with Portland SES receiving a Gold Award for Job Ready Excellence in recognition of the Unit's outstanding commitment to developing capable, confident, and operationally ready volunteers. Congratulations to everyone involved in achieving this fantastic achievement.

Interested in making a difference? Portland SES is looking for new volunteers. If you'd like to learn new skills, support your community, and be part of a great team, we'd love to hear from you.