Qld Fire and Rescue Ravenshoe

17/09/2026

New Date for the Ravenshoe controlled burn Old golf course/ 19 Moffat st Monday 21/09/2026 @ 3PM

16/09/2026

Cancellation of burn for this Friday the 18th of September in Ravenshoe due to high winds. We will advise if the burn is to be rescheduled at a later date. Sorry for any inconvenience.

09/09/2026

SMOKE WARNING: Planned Controlled Burn Ravenshoe
Location- The Old Golf Course Corner of Moffat and Kennedy Hwy Date- 18/09/2026
Time- 3pm
Residents are advised that a planned controlled burn will take place at the old golf course on the corner of Moffat St and the Kennedy Hwy in Ravenshoe on Friday the 18th of September, commencing at approximately 3pm, weather permitted
Smoke from this burn is expected to affect a large area of the Ravenshoe township, with the most significant smoke impacts likely around Asham Street, Ravenshoe. Smoky conditions are expected to continue through into Saturday.
This planned burn is being undertaken to reduce the very high fuel load in this area, to protect structures along the creek on Asham Street, as well as nearby homes off Moffat Street, Roger Street and Ethel Street.
Residents in smoke-affected areas are advised to close windows and doors while smoky conditions are present. People with health conditions, particularly those sensitive to smoke, should consider staying with friends or family outside the affected area until conditions improve. Residents should also keep any required medication nearby and avoid unnecessary exposure to smoke where possible
Residents with structures close to the burn area are encouraged to clean gutters and remove any flammable materials from around yards, fences, sheds and other structures
Due to current moisture levels and green conditions within the burn area, the fire is expected to burn slowly and possibly produce high volumes of smoke.
We thank the community for its understanding and cooperation while this controlled burn is carried out to help improve community safety.
For further information or to raise any concerns, please contact the Ravenshoe Queensland Fire Department- 0467821503
For Emergency's call 000

09/10/2025

Today on Firefighter Remembrance Day, we pause to pay our respects to the 60 brave firefighters who have lost their lives in the line of duty.

To our friends and colleagues, thank you for your courage and your sacrifices to help keep our community safe, day in and day out.

Queensland Fire Department ❤

15/08/2025

Visit fire.qld.gov.au

28/07/2025

Smoke Alert

Planned burn at Ravenshoe Forest Reserve 1

29 July 2025



The Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) conducts planned burns around the State to reduce the risk and intensity of bushfires and support a healthy environment.



QPWS will conduct a planned burn in Ravenshoe Forest Reserve 1 on from 29 July to 1 August 2025, weather permitting. As a result of the planned burn, smoke may be seen in the nearby areas.



If visiting Ravenshoe Forest Reserve 1, observe all signs, barriers, and directions from QPWS Rangers and never enter closed areas. Avoid driving through smoke where possible and be aware of firefighters working in the area.



These burns aim to mitigate the risk and intensity of bushfires and their potential impacts on communities, infrastructure, parks, and forests.



They are also vital in promoting ecological health, biodiversity, and the conservation of species and habitats.



Planned burns are highly weather-dependent, generally requiring milder conditions and minimal wind.



These same weather conditions can also allow smoke to accumulate and linger until weather conditions change and winds assist in dispersing the smoke.



If smoke affects you:

Stay indoors and close windows and doors; and
Keep respiratory medication close by.


Live air quality data, and information on smoke and dust health actions, can be found on the Queensland Government’s website https://www.qld.gov.au/environment/management/monitoring/air



You can stay updated with local QPWS fire activities by visiting Park Alerts or by following Qld Park Alerts on X (formerly known as Twitter).



Public safety is the highest consideration in all QPWS fire management activities. To find out more visit the Fire Management webpage.

Air quality monitoring is a key government role. We provide information on air pollution, programs, investigations, reports and plans.

24/06/2025

Thanks for having us Ravenshoe State Primary, amazing and smart bunch of kids.

18/06/2025

07/06/2025

Sad times for Ravenshoe's retired auxiliary Captain, Robert Doyle, that lost his home to fire on Friday. Rob has Served in protecting his community for over 40 years as an Auxiliary Fire Fighter, Rural Fire Fighter, SES volunteer, St Vinnies volunteer, local disaster management coordinator, and the list goes on. From all the community we thank you Rob. We pray your health improves and the community stands with you in these hard times.