NSW RFS - Woombah Brigade

04/10/2026

Due to the dry conditions and the ongoing Section 44 Declaration in the Clarence Valley, Fire Permits will remain suspended until Midnight Sunday the 11th of October 2026.

The suspension of Fire Permits will minimise additional ignitions in the area, allowing Fire Fighters to focus on getting the existing fires out.
We thank our local residents for assisting us with this and we will keep you updated on our progress.

22/09/2026

IMPORTANT NOTICE TO LANDHOLDERS - Fire Permits in the Clarence Valley LGA are suspended until MIDNIGHT SUNDAY 27Tth SEPTEMBER 2026

20/09/2026

Tomorrow, Monday 21st September 2026, is a High Fire Danger Day. Permits are suspended from midnight tonight.
High Fire Danger - Review your bush fire survival plan with your family. Keep yourself informed and monitor conditions. Be ready to act if necessary.
Keep up to date with current fire danger ratings by clicking here: http://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/fire-information/fdr-and-tobans...

17/09/2026

Woombah Rural Fire Brigade will be at the Ready Clarence Valley Day at Maclean Showground this Saturday from 10:00am - 3:00pm.
Pop in and say hello! There will be lots of activities, information, demonstrations and fun for the kids.
See you there!

Ready Clarence Valley is almost here!

On Saturday 19 September, emergency services, government services, community organisations and local services will come together at Maclean Showground for a day focused on helping our community prepare for emergencies.

Whether it is a flood, bushfire, severe storm, cyclone, extended power outage or another emergency, being prepared can make a real difference.

📅 Saturday 19 September
⏰ 10am to 3pm
📍 Maclean Showground
🎟️ Free community event

Come along, ask questions, meet the organisations supporting our community and learn practical ways to be better prepared.

29/08/2026

29/08/2026

Had an incredible Get Ready Day at the wonderful Woombah markets. Thanks everyone that stopped to have a chat! 🔥🚒

23/08/2026

Today Woombah brigade attended an car accident on highway. Thankfully no one was hurt.
When you see lights flashing slow down and move over. Keep our first responders safe. 🔥

21/08/2026

A few of our wonderful volunteers got together on Wednesday morning to put together goodie bags and other information for our Get Ready Day on Saturday the 29th. Please wonder down to the markets to have a chat with the lovely members of our brigade. Check out the local stalls and grab yourselves a coffee! 👩‍🚒🔥

07/05/2026

On Monday Woombah Deputy Captain Joseph Lee was awarded the Commissioner's Certificate of Commendation at the NSW RFS St. Florian’s Day Awards ceremony.
DC Joseph Lee acted swiftly to extinguish a cooking fire at a residence in Harwood on 2nd May 2025 preventing if from spreading further throughout the house.
We’re very proud of Joe’s actions on that day.
Congratulations Joe and to all of the worthy awards recipients including members from Lawrence & Tyringham Brigades.

19/04/2026

🔥This afternoon Woombah Brigade responded to a bush fire at Tabbimoble. 🔥

Upon arrival we found a fire burning along the eastern side of the highway and were quickly redirected to a grass fire burning on the property.

With crews from Ashby, Gulmarrad, Casino, Wyrallah and Woodburn, the fire was under control within a couple of hours.

This is a reminder that even though permits are not required at this time you still need to notify the NSW RFS of your burn. This can easily be done via the NSW RFS website.