Buxton Rural Fire Brigade

25/04/2026

Bargo Sports Club Anzac Day Service

09/04/2026

A Hazard Reduction is proposed on Saturday 11th April 2026 at 83 Boundary Road Buxton. Please take proper care during this time. It is expected to generate smoke, hot embers and heat. If you are in close proximity please consider the following:
- Keep doors and windows closed to prevent smoke entering homes
- Keep outdoor furniture under cover to prevent ember burns
- Retract pool covers to prevent ember damage
- Remove washing from clothes line
- Ensure pets have a protected area
- If you are driving a vehicle, slow down, keep windows up and turn on head lights
- 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 and/or seek medical advice

08/04/2026

30/03/2026

The Official Bush Fire Danger Period will conclude at midnight tomorrow (31 March 2026) for the Wingecarribee Shire Council and Wollondilly Shire Council LGA's.

From Wednesday 1 April, fire permits will no longer be required for residents, except those properties within the town limits of Warragamba, Picton, Mittagong, Moss Vale, Bowral and Bundanoon, who are required to obtain a fire permit from Fire & Rescue NSW all year round.

Even though a fire permit is no longer required, you must still notify your neighbours and the local fire authority 24 hours before burning as well as comply with any Council Backyard Burning Policies.

Before lighting up, you should also check the forecast weather conditions and have sufficient equipment on hand to control and contain the fire to your own property. Failure to notify neighbours or the RFS, or allowing a fire to escape can result in significant fines.

To notify of your intent to burn, use the online burn notification tool at www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/notify or call your local Fire Control Centre during business hours.

07/02/2026

- Tree Cave Firetrail, Belanglo

Firefighters from the NSW Rural Fire Service and Forestry Corporation of NSW are working to extinguish a small bush fire burning in the north-eastern area of Belanglo State Forest off Tree Cave Firetrail. The fire is approximately 1 hectare in size and is moving slowly. There are no risks to any assets or properties.

The fire was reported at approximately 2pm following a thunderstorm cell that passed through the area. The cause of this fire is suspected to be a lightning strike.

Even though much of the Southern Highlands continues to enjoy rainfall, the warmer days through Summer still present a risk of fire. All residents and landowners are encouraged to remain vigilant and report unattended fires to Triple Zero (000).

More info: https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/fire-information/fires-near-me

09/01/2026

A Total Fire Ban will be in place tomorrow, Saturday 10 January, for Greater Sydney, Illawarra Shoalhaven, Far South Coast, Greater Hunter, Monaro Alpine, Southern and Central Ranges and the Southern Slopes. Hot, dry and windy conditions are forecast across much of the state, increasing the fire danger.

Take action now. Know your fire risk and what you will do if fire threatens. Report all unattended fires to Triple Zero (000).

For more information on Total Fire Ban rules, visit the website: www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/fdr

09/01/2026

Extreme FDR & Total Fire Ban Declared for Saturday 10 January

Hot, dry and windy conditions are forecast for tomorrow which will see the Fire Danger Rating rise to Extreme. As a result, a Total Fire Ban has also been declared from midnight tonight for 24 hours for the Wingecarribee Shire Council and Wollondilly Shire Council areas.

During a Total Fire Ban you cannot light, maintain or use a fire in the open, or to carry out any activity in the open that causes, or is likely to cause, a fire.

Know what you will do if threatened by fire, review your Bush Fire Survival Plan and be ready to take immediate action. Report all fires without a fire truck in attendance to Triple Zero (000) immediately.

More info: https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/fire-information/fdr-and-tobans