Yass Valley Brigade - NSW RFS

20/05/2026

Last Wednesday Yass Valley Brigade held a small special ceremony, prior to our AGM and awarded some of our members their long service medals -

David Osborne - 10 years active service medal

Chris Inglis - 10 years active service medal

Rob McClelland - 10 years Active Service medal (11years)

Lincoln Farnsworth - 20 years Active service medal (27years)

James Alley - 20 Years Active service medal(27 years)

Edward Alley - 20 years Active Service medal(27 years)

Gladys Pearce - 20 years Active service medal (31 years)

Congratulations to all the recipients on this tremendous achievement of service.

28/04/2026

ANZAC Day 2026.
Over the weekend, a small group of our members attended the local ANZAC march in Yass. Deputy Captain Lincoln and Zeke, along with Crew Leader Paul and Firefighter Grady, participated in the march alongside returned servicemen and women, local veterans, and the Gallipoli company from the Royal Military College. As always, our Senior Deputy Captain Ed sounded the Last Post and the Reveille. We thank these members for their turnout and participation.

They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old:
Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn.
At the going down of the sun and in the morning
We will remember them.

Lest we forget

26/01/2026

A big congratulations to 2 of our Yass Valley members who received awards this morning at the 2026 Yass Valley Council Australia Day Celebrations this morning.

Lilly Chatwin received the Young Australian of the year award for her volunteering and leadership within the community, Yass Scouts and RFS and Johnathan Alley received the Mayoral Special Australia Day Award for his volunteering with the RFS and services to Yass Football Club.

It was an extra special moment for Johnathan as he was presented his award by his grandfather, Superintendent (Ret) Peter Alley, who also received the Mayoral Special Australia Day award this morning.

Congratulations Lilly and Johnathan on your much deserved awards. And well done to all the recipients and nominees.

Enjoy your Australia Day!!!

15/05/2025

Congratulations to the two of these amazing gentlemen!! 🥳🥳

We are celebrating a couple of pretty big things here in Yass...

Introducing our new Captain - Captain Chris Inglis!
After 4 years as a Firefighter, then 2 years as a Deputy Captain, Chris has now taken the reigns of the Yass 511 Station Captaincy.

To add to our celebrations, we commemorate Deputy Captain Matt Carroll on dedicating over 2 decades to Fire and Rescue NSW! What an achievement.

Fire + Rescue NSW Regional South 2

10/05/2025

Head down and catch up with our mates at Fire and Rescue NSW Station 511 Yass
It’s the perfect time to chat about fire safety—especially with the colder months upon us. As we start using heaters, electric blankets, and wood fires, let’s make sure we’re keeping our homes safe and warm.

Stay safe, stay warm this winter!!

This Saturday 10 May 2025 is Open Day! From 10am to 2pm, 511 invite you inside for a glimpse into Fire and Rescue NSW. Enjoy a bbq, have a chat about home fire safety, free giveaways, and the chance to meet your local firefighters.

25/04/2025

We were honored to march in the Yass ANZAC Day March today alongside Fire and Rescue NSW Station 511 Yass. A proud moment for our services to pay our respects and remember those who served.

Lest we forget

24/04/2025

Today, on ANZAC Day, we commemorate all those who have served and died in wars, conflicts and peacekeeping operations. Mateship, sacrifice and the willingness to volunteer are all defining qualities of the ANZAC spirit.

However you choose to spend this important day, please take a moment to give thanks to those who have served and continue to serve our country – and remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice for us all.

We will remember them. Lest we forget.

04/04/2025

🧯🧯 Hazard Reduction Notification 🧯🧯
Friday the 4th of April 2025
Faulder Avenue Hazard Reduction | Yass.

Firefighters from the NSW Rural Fire Service are planning to undertake a 4ha. hazard reduction burn, pending weather conditions today on Faulder Avenue in Yass.

As the prescribed burn will generate smoke, hot embers, and heat, you must consider the following:
🚒 Keep doors and windows closed to prevent smoke from entering homes;
🚒 Keep outdoor furniture under cover to prevent ember burns;
🚒 Retract pool covers to prevent ember damage;
🚒 Remove washing from clotheslines;
🚒 Ensure pets have a protected area;
🚒 If you are driving a vehicle, slow down, keep windows up, turn headlights on; and
🚒 If you have asthma or a lung condition, reduce outdoor activities. If smoke levels are high and if shortness of breath or coughing develops, take your reliever medicine or seek medical advice.
For more information on hazard reduction burning, visit the RFS website - www.rfs.nsw.gov.au

01/04/2025

01/04/2025

We wish Scott the best on his new venture!!

He has been an amazing member of the local emergency services supporting the Yass and surrounding communities.