New England NSW SES

03/11/2026

Inverell, Tenterfield, Grafton and surrounds
severe weather
Stay indoors
Watch and Act

NSW SES is advising people in the following area(s) to STAY INDOORS due to heavy rainfall with flash flooding possible, destructive winds, giant hailstones:

- Grafton
- Inverell
- Glen Innes
- Woodenbong
- Baryulgil
- Jackadgery

You should monitor the situation as it is constantly changing.

Queensland communities
This warning applies to communities in NSW. Emergency warnings and advice are issued separately by each state. For Queensland-specific warnings and advice, visit disaster.qld.gov.au/current-warnings.

What are we expecting?

The Bureau of Meteorology advises VERY DANGEROUS THUNDERSTORMS are likely to produce damaging, locally destructive winds, large, possibly giant hailstones and heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding over the next several hours in parts of the Northern Rivers, North West Slopes and Plains and Northern Tablelands districts.

This event may change quickly. NSW SES will monitor the situation and update warnings if the situation changes.

View the full warning: https://hazardwatch.gov.au/a/xgpvwh

Download the Hazards Near Me App and set up ‘Watch Zones’ to receive warnings in real time. https://www.nsw.gov.au/emergency/hazards-near-me-app

For emergency assistance during a flood, storm or tsunami, call the NSW SES on 132 500. In a life-threatening emergency, call Triple Zero (000).

Post current at 3:25pm on Tuesday 3rd November 2026.

03/11/2026

A Severe Thunderstorm Warning for DAMAGING WINDS, LARGE HAILSTONES and HEAVY RAINFALL has been issued by the Bureau of Meteorology ☔️

🏡 Residents in parts of the Mid North Coast, Hunter, North West Slopes and Plains, Northern and Central Tablelands Forecast Districts should monitor conditions and follow safety advice.

⚠️ UPDATE 1:22PM: This warning now also includes parts of the Illawarra and Southern Tablelands Forecast Districts.

⚠️ UPDATE 2:07PM: Northern Tablelands and parts of the Northern Rivers Forecast Districts are now included in the forecast area.

⚠️ UPDATE 2:38PM: Metropolitan and South West Slopes Forecast Districts added to the warning.

⚠️ UPDATE 2:58PM: South Coast now included.

Severe thunderstorms continue to develop through eastern NSW.

A very moist and unstable environment conducive to rapid severe thunderstorm development is set up throughout eastern NSW and southeastern Qld.

📲 Download Hazards Near Me or visit the NSW SES website to stay up to date with warnings and information, especially as the weather moves through and may affect other locations.

Stay ahead of the storm:
🔸 Move your car under cover or away from trees and powerlines if safe to do so.
🔸 Tie down loose items in your yard, if safe to do so.
🔸 Report fallen power lines to either Ausgrid (131 388), Endeavour Energy (131 003), Essential Energy (132 080) or Evoenergy (131 093) as shown on your power bill.

Prepare early. Stay informed. Act safely.

🚫 Steer clear of flooded roads - if you come across one, turn around and find an alternative route.
Remember that flash flooding is dangerous and unpredictable.

📞 If you require assistance in floods and storms, call the NSW SES on 132 500. In life-threatening situations, call Triple Zero (000).
Issued at 12:48 pm EDT on Tuesday 3 November 2026

02/11/2026

The Bureau of Meteorology have advised that thunderstorms are likely across the eastern half of the state today with the potential for severe thunderstorms in the highlighted area.

Severe thunderstorms bring the potential for damaging wind gusts (> 90km/h), large hail (diameter >2cm) and locally heavy falls leading to possible flash flooding.

Isolated high-end supercell thunderstorms are also possible in the red highlighted area, where giant hail (>5cm) and destructive wind gusts (>125 km/h) are concerns, if such storms develop.

Given the rain we have seen over the last week, a lot of our catchments are already wet, and excess run-off is a concern.

The NSW SES are asking all residents to take the time where possible to secure any loose items around your property, move vehicles away from trees and into cover and please make smart decisions on the road.

With any heavy downpours, localised flash flooding is always a concern, please never drive, ride or walk into or through floodwater.

Thanks everyone, please stay safe and remember if you do need the assistance of the NSW SES give us a call on 132 500, if your situation is an emergency remember to always call 000.

NSW SES
Tamworth Regional Council
Gunnedah Shire Council
Moree Plains Shire Council
Narrabri Shire
Armidale Regional Council
Walcha Council
Glen Innes Severn Council
Inverell Shire Council
Gwydir Shire Council
Tenterfield Shire Council
Gunnedah Flood Information and Support
Kevin Anderson MP
Brendan Moylan MP
Jamie Chaffey MP

25/10/2026

Armidale, Glen Innes and surrounds
severe weather
Stay indoors
Watch and Act

NSW SES is advising people in the following area(s) to STAY INDOORS due to heavy rainfall with flash flooding possible, destructive winds:

- Armidale
- Glen Innes
- Guyra
- Walcha
- Uralla

You should monitor the situation as it is constantly changing.

What are we expecting?

The Bureau of Meteorology advises that a moist and unstable airmass is situated across most of New South Wales, ahead of a trough and cold front crossing the state. Isolated severe thunderstorms have developed ahead of and with these features and are moving rapidly to the east and southeast.

VERY DANGEROUS THUNDERSTORMS are likely to produce damaging, locally destructive winds and heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding over the next several hours in parts of the Northern Tablelands and North West Slopes and Plains districts.

This event may change quickly. NSW SES will monitor the situation and update warnings if the situation changes.

View the full warning: https://hazardwatch.gov.au/a/In4TUA

Download the Hazards Near Me App and set up ‘Watch Zones’ to receive warnings in real time. https://www.nsw.gov.au/emergency/hazards-near-me-app

For emergency assistance during a flood, storm or tsunami, call the NSW SES on 132 500. In a life-threatening emergency, call Triple Zero (000).

Post current at 9:15pm on Sunday 25th October 2026.

25/10/2026

East of Narrabri
severe weather
Stay indoors
Watch and Act

NSW SES is advising people in the following area(s) to STAY INDOORS due to heavy rainfall with flash flooding possible, destructive winds:

- Barraba
- Tingha
- Bundarra
- Boggabri

You should monitor the situation as it is constantly changing.

What are we expecting?

The Bureau of Meteorology advises that a moist and unstable airmass is situated across most of New South Wales, ahead of a trough and cold front crossing the state. Isolated severe thunderstorms have developed ahead of and with these features and are moving rapidly to the east and southeast.

VERY DANGEROUS THUNDERSTORMS are likely to produce locally destructive winds and heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding over the next several hours in parts of the North West Slopes and Plains and Northern Tablelands districts.

This event may change quickly. NSW SES will monitor the situation and update warnings if the situation changes.

View the full warning: https://hazardwatch.gov.au/a/u-3MVM

Download the Hazards Near Me App and set up ‘Watch Zones’ to receive warnings in real time. https://www.nsw.gov.au/emergency/hazards-near-me-app

For emergency assistance during a flood, storm or tsunami, call the NSW SES on 132 500. In a life-threatening emergency, call Triple Zero (000).

Post current at 7:51pm on Sunday 25th October 2026.

25/10/2026

⛈️THUNDERSTORMS EXPECTED ACROSS NORTH WEST NSW WITH THE POSSIBILITY OF SEVERE THUNDERSTORMS⛈️
Two bands of thunderstorms are expected to move across the region this afternoon and evening, bringing the potential for dangerous weather.
⚠️These storms have the potential to bring:
* Heavy rainfall and flash flooding
* Damaging winds exceeding 90 km/h
* Large hailstones
* Isolated destructive wind gusts exceeding 125 km/h in some area
🏡 Now is the time to prepare! Secure loose outdoor items, move vehicles away from tree and park undercover where possible and avoid unnecessary travel during severe storms.
📱Stay up to date with warnings through the Hazards Near Me NSW app or your local ABC radio station.
‼For storm and flood assistance, call NSW SES on 132 500. In emergencies, call Triple Zero (000).
NSW SES Armidale Unit
NSW SES - Ashford Unit
NSW SES Barraba Unit
Bingara NSW SES
NSW SES Boggabilla Unit
NSW SES Boggabri Unit
NSW SES Deepwater Unit
NSW SES Glen Innes
NSW SES Gunnedah Unit
NSW SES Inverell Unit
NSW SES Liverpool Plains Shire
NSW SES Manilla Unit
NSW SES Moree Unit
NSW SES Mungindi Unit
NSW SES Narrabri Unit
NSW SES Tamworth Unit
NSW SES Tenterfield
NSW SES Warialda Unit
NSW SES Wee Waa Unit

22/10/2026

🌧Please stay safe and make smart choice over the next few days.
⚠Call NSW SES on 132500 if you require assistance.
‼In case of emergency please call 000.
NSW SES Tamworth Unit
NSW SES Gunnedah Unit
NSW SES Moree Unit
NSW SES Barraba Unit
Bingara NSW SES
NSW SES Warialda Unit
NSW SES Glen Innes
NSW SES - Ashford Unit
NSW SES Boggabri Unit
NSW SES Boggabilla Unit
NSW SES Deepwater Unit
NSW SES Inverell Unit
NSW SES Liverpool Plains Shire
NSW SES Manilla Unit
NSW SES Mungindi Unit
NSW SES Narrabri Unit
NSW SES Wee Waa Unit

25/09/2026

21/09/2026

Volunteer Unit Commander Inverell

Lead the front line in Inverell – NSW SES Needs You!

Ready to step up for your community? NSW SES is seeking a motivated leader to guide the Inverell Unit and make a real impact when it matters most.

* Lead and support a team of dedicated local volunteers
* Coordinate training, operations, and emergency response
* Build skills, confidence, and team capability
* Promote a strong culture of safety, wellbeing, and teamwork

Who you are:
A community-minded leader who communicates well, stays calm under pressure, and enjoys developing others. Experience in leadership or emergency services is a plus—but passion and commitment matter most.

Why It Matters:
This isn’t just volunteering—it’s leading from the front, strengthening your community, and making a difference when it counts.

Apply via SEEK Volunteer Now
https://www.volunteer.com.au/volunteering/247358/NSW-SES-Volunteer-Unit-Commander-Inverell

20/06/2026

Volunteer Leadership Opportunities – Deputy Local Commander

Are you passionate about your community and ready to make a meaningful difference?

NSW SES is seeking applications for two Deputy Local Commander positions, supporting our communities across Tamworth, Manilla, Barraba and Nundle.

We are currently recruiting for:

Deputy Local Commander (Operations) – supporting operational readiness, emergency response activities, and the development of operational capability across the area.

Deputy Local Commander (Capability & Support) – supporting volunteer development, training, member engagement, and fostering a positive and inclusive volunteer culture.

Both positions play a key role in leading volunteers, building capability, strengthening community resilience, and helping ensure our teams are ready to support the community when it matters most.

Whether you're an existing volunteer looking to take the next step or a community-minded leader seeking a rewarding challenge, we encourage you to apply.

📍 Areas covered: Tamworth, Manilla, Barraba and Nundle
📍 Volunteer Positions – Deputy Local Commander (Operations) & Deputy Local Commander (Capability & Support)

Your community needs leaders. Could that leader be you?

For more information and application details, visit: https://ow.ly/fHya50ZeuSC