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A round of applause for three of our own, recognised on this year’s King’s Birthday Honours List.- Station Officer Justi...
07/06/2026

A round of applause for three of our own, recognised on this year’s King’s Birthday Honours List.

- Station Officer Justin Francis
- Inspector Daren Mallouk
- Captain Stephen Malone

Their dedication, expertise and leadership have earned them an Australian Fire Service Medal.

Justin Francis is the station officer at Cannon Hill Fire Station and has demonstrated his commitment to firefighting safety, high-rise firefighting capability and community protection in the built environment across three decades of service.

Daren Mallouk is an expert in fire origin and cause determination, contributing to more than 150 complex investigations. He is the manager of the State Fire Investigation Unit.

Stephen Malone is the captain of Julia Creek Fire and Rescue Station, a RFSQ firefighter and SES volunteer. He is dedicated to community safety, multi-agency collaboration and operational preparedness.

For all current warnings, updates and mapping go to https://www.fire.qld.gov.au/Current-Incidents.AVOID SMOKE (HAZARD RE...
07/06/2026

For all current warnings, updates and mapping go to https://www.fire.qld.gov.au/Current-Incidents.

AVOID SMOKE (HAZARD REDUCTION BURN) - Koah (near Cairns) - fire as at 3:09pm Sunday, 7 June 2026



Warning level: ADVICE



Warning area: Koah and surrounding areas



Smoke is currently affecting Koah and surrounding areas. This is from a hazard reduction burn near O’Neil Close. This fire is under control.



What you should do:

- Stay inside and close windows and doors.

- Keep respiratory medication close by.

- Avoid driving through smoke if you can.

- Watch out for firefighters working in the area.

- Do not fly drones around the fire. Drones affect air operations.



Impacts:

- Smoke can make it hard for some people to breathe.

- Smoke can make it hard to see when you are driving.

- No properties are at risk.



Further Information:

- For all warnings, visit the https://www.fire.qld.gov.au/Current-Incidents.

- Follow QFD on Facebook and X.com: https://x.com/QldFireDept.

- For road closures, visit the https://qldtraffic.qld.gov.au or call 13 19 40.

- Visit the https://apps.des.qld.gov.au/air-quality for live air quality data.

- Find out how to get ready for a bushfire on the https://bushfire-survival-plan.qfes.qld.gov.au under Prepare - Bushfire.



Updates will be issued if needed.



This warning is from Queensland Fire Department.

For all current warnings, updates and mapping go to https://www.fire.qld.gov.au/Current-Incidents.AVOID SMOKE (HAZARD RE...
07/06/2026

For all current warnings, updates and mapping go to https://www.fire.qld.gov.au/Current-Incidents.

AVOID SMOKE (HAZARD REDUCTION BURN) - Gatton (near Toowoomba) - fire as at 12:50pm Sunday, 7 June 2026



Warning level: ADVICE



Warning area: Gatton and surrounding areas



Smoke is currently affecting Gatton and surrounding areas. This is from a hazard reduction burn near Adare Road, Gatton. This fire is under control.



What you should do:

- Stay inside and close windows and doors.

- Keep respiratory medication close by.

- Avoid driving through smoke if you can.

- Watch out for firefighters working in the area.

- Do not fly drones around the fire. Drones affect air operations.



Impacts:

- Smoke can make it hard for some people to breathe.

- Smoke can make it hard to see when you are driving.

- No properties are at risk.



Further Information:

- For all warnings, visit the https://www.fire.qld.gov.au/Current-Incidents.

- Follow QFD on Facebook and X.com: https://x.com/QldFireDept.

- For road closures, visit the https://qldtraffic.qld.gov.au or call 13 19 40.

- Visit the https://apps.des.qld.gov.au/air-quality for live air quality data.

- Find out how to get ready for a bushfire on the https://bushfire-survival-plan.qfes.qld.gov.au under Prepare - Bushfire.



Updates will be issued if needed.



This warning is from Queensland Fire Department.

Lighting a hazard reduction burn on your property? Spark a convo with your neighbours! If you are applying for a Permi...
06/06/2026

Lighting a hazard reduction burn on your property? Spark a convo with your neighbours!

If you are applying for a Permit to Light Fire it is important to notify your adjoining neighbours.

This should be done in enough time for them to:
- Object.
- Make arrangements.
- Ask for you to conduct the fire in such a way the impact on them is minimal.

For all current warnings, updates and mapping go to https://www.fire.qld.gov.au/Current-Incidents.AVOID SMOKE - Townsvil...
06/06/2026

For all current warnings, updates and mapping go to https://www.fire.qld.gov.au/Current-Incidents.

AVOID SMOKE - Townsville, Magnetic Island and Stuart - fire as at 9:46pm Saturday, 6 June 2026



Warning level: ADVICE

Warning area: Townsville, Magnetic Island, Stuart, Alligator Creek and surrounding areas



Smoke is currently affecting Townsville, Magnetic Island, Stuart, Alligator Creek and surrounding areas. This is from a fire burning near Zinc Road, Stuart. This fire is under control.



What you should do:

- Stay inside and close windows and doors.

- Keep respiratory medication close by.

- Follow your bushfire survival plan now. If you do not have a bushfire survival plan, make one on the QFD website.

- Avoid driving through smoke if you can.

- Watch out for firefighters working in the area.

- Do not fly drones around the fire. Drones affect air operations.



Impacts:

- No properties are at risk.

- Smoke can make it hard for some people to breathe.

- Smoke can make it hard to see when you are driving.

- Some roads may be closed.



Further Information:

- For all warnings, visit the https://www.fire.qld.gov.au/Current-Incidents.

- Follow QFD on Facebook and X.com: https://x.com/QldFireDept.

- For road closures, visit the https://qldtraffic.qld.gov.au or call 13 19 40.

- Visit the https://apps.des.qld.gov.au/air-quality for live air quality data.

- Find out how to get ready for a bushfire on the https://bushfire-survival-plan.qfes.qld.gov.au under Prepare - Bushfire.



Updates will be issued if the situation changes.



This warning is from Queensland Fire Department.

For all current warnings, updates and mapping go to https://www.fire.qld.gov.au/Current-Incidents.AVOID SMOKE - Stuart (...
06/06/2026

For all current warnings, updates and mapping go to https://www.fire.qld.gov.au/Current-Incidents.

AVOID SMOKE - Stuart (near Townsville) - fire as at 6:56pm Saturday, 6 June 2026



Warning level: ADVICE

Warning area: Stuart, Wulguru, Julago, Alligator Creek and surrounding areas



Smoke is currently affecting Stuart, Wulguru, Julago, Alligator Creek and surrounding areas. This is from a fire burning near Zinc Road, Stuart. This fire is under control.



What you should do:

- Stay inside and close windows and doors.

- Keep respiratory medication close by.

- Follow your bushfire survival plan now. If you do not have a bushfire survival plan, make one on the QFD website.

- Avoid driving through smoke if you can.

- Watch out for firefighters working in the area.

- Do not fly drones around the fire. Drones affect air operations.



Impacts:

- No properties are at risk.

- Smoke can make it hard for some people to breathe.

- Smoke can make it hard to see when you are driving.

- Some roads may be closed.



Further Information:

- For all warnings, visit the https://www.fire.qld.gov.au/Current-Incidents.

- Follow QFD on Facebook and X.com: https://x.com/QldFireDept.

- For road closures, visit the https://qldtraffic.qld.gov.au or call 13 19 40.

- Visit the https://apps.des.qld.gov.au/air-quality for live air quality data.

- Find out how to get ready for a bushfire on the https://bushfire-survival-plan.qfes.qld.gov.au under Prepare - Bushfire.



Updates will be issued if the situation changes.



This warning is from Queensland Fire Department.

For all current warnings, updates and mapping go to https://www.fire.qld.gov.au/Current-Incidents.STAY INFORMED - Stuart...
06/06/2026

For all current warnings, updates and mapping go to https://www.fire.qld.gov.au/Current-Incidents.

STAY INFORMED - Stuart (near Townsville) - fire as at 3:56pm Saturday, 6 June 2026



Warning level:ADVICE



Warning area: Stuart, Wulguru, Julago, Alligator Creek and surrounding areas



A fire is burning near Zinc Road, Stuart. ‎



‎

What you should do:

- Stay informed because conditions could change:

- Check the QFD Current Bushfires and Warnings website regularly.

- Follow QFD on Facebook and X.com.

- Listen to your local radio station.

- Tell friends, family and neighbours in the area.

- Decide what you will do if the bushfire gets closer.

- Follow your bushfire survival plan now. If you do not have a bushfire survival plan, make one on the QFD website.

- Decide where you and the people you live with will go. This could be with family or a friend away from the fire.

- Keep medications close by.

- Avoid smoke – stay indoors, close windows and doors, and avoid driving through smoke.

- Watch out for firefighters working in the area.

- Do not fly drones around the fire. Drones affect air operations.

- If your life is in danger, call Triple Zero (000) immediately.



Impacts:

- No properties are at risk.

- Smoke can make it hard for some people to breathe.

- Smoke can make it hard to see when you are driving.

- Some roads may be closed.



Further Information:

- For all warnings, visit the https://www.fire.qld.gov.au/Current-Incidents.

- Follow QFD on Facebook and X.com: https://x.com/QldFireDept.

- For road closures, visit the https://qldtraffic.qld.gov.au or call 13 19 40.

- Visit the https://apps.des.qld.gov.au/air-quality for live air quality data.

- Find out how to get ready for a bushfire on the https://bushfire-survival-plan.qfes.qld.gov.au under Prepare - Bushfire.



Updates will be issued as the situation changes.



This warning is from Queensland Fire Department.

For all current warnings, updates and mapping go to https://www.fire.qld.gov.au/Current-Incidents.AVOID SMOKE - Dimbulah...
06/06/2026

For all current warnings, updates and mapping go to https://www.fire.qld.gov.au/Current-Incidents.

AVOID SMOKE - Dimbulah - fire as at 3:59pm Saturday, 6 June 2026



Warning level: ADVICE



Warning area: Dimbulah and surrounding areas



Smoke is currently affecting Dimbulah and surrounding areas. This is from a fire burning near Dimbulah.



What you should do:

- Stay inside and close windows and doors.

- Keep respiratory medication close by.

- Follow your bushfire survival plan now. If you do not have a bushfire survival plan, make one on the QFD website.

- Avoid driving through smoke if you can.

- Watch out for firefighters working in the area.

- Do not fly drones around the fire. Drones affect air operations.



Impacts:

- No properties are at risk.

- Smoke can make it hard for some people to breathe.

- Smoke can make it hard to see when you are driving.

- Some roads may be closed.



Further Information:

- For all warnings, visit the https://www.fire.qld.gov.au/Current-Incidents.

- Follow QFD on Facebook and X.com: https://x.com/QldFireDept.

- For road closures, visit the https://qldtraffic.qld.gov.au or call 13 19 40.

- Visit the https://apps.des.qld.gov.au/air-quality for live air quality data.

- Find out how to get ready for a bushfire on the https://bushfire-survival-plan.qfes.qld.gov.au under Prepare - Bushfire.



Updates will be issued if the situation changes.



This warning is from Queensland Fire Department.

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