NSW SES Casino Unit

21/03/2026

🚨 YOUTH INTERN PROGRAM – NOW OPEN 🚨

Applications are now open for our Term 2, 2026 Youth Intern Program!

Now in its fourth year, this program is a great opportunity for young people aged 15–16 (Years 9–10) to get involved and learn what SES is all about, as well as an introduction to other emergency services and an opportunity to develop some strong leadership and teamwork skills.

⚠️ Limited spots available – only 15 places! Get in quick so you don’t miss out.
We may also run a second intake in Term 3 (TBC).

👨‍👩‍👧 Compulsory Parent/Guardian Info Night:

📅 Tuesday 31 March
🕕 6:00pm
📍 Casino SES Unit
👉 Register your interest for the info night via the link below:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScDIND0P94YpsTr9QpsWxLLkFwbQwsLqMv9UIZdS7t9VF9tdA/viewform?usp=header

21/03/2026

🚤 WHO LET THE BOATS OUT 🚤

Today, Casino Unit participated in a state-wide, multi-agency flood boat exercise designed to showcase and enhance flood rescue and boat operator skills.

There was more than 170 boats, utilising 66 launch sites and 650 personnel on the waterways across the state. And they were all tasked and coordinated by over 70 people working in Flood Cells within a number of IMTs.

Participants completed a variety of scenarios involving manoeuvring, launching and docking vessels, breakdown drills, recovering persons overboard, radio communications, fire drills, first aid and many others.

We performed todays exercise on the Richmond River in Coraki and were joined by a crew and boat from NSW SES Coraki Unit as well.

A great day on the water for all involved and also big thanks to those who worked in the IMT managing and coordinating this complex exercise.

Days like this are crucial for our ongoing training and refining skills so we are the best we can be when we are needed the most.

If this sounds like something that interests you, and you like helping out your community, we'd love you to come and have a chat to us about joining the NSW SES!




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21/03/2026

FORTEM AUSTRALIA

Last Monday night we welcomed a special guest from Fortem Australia to meet and chat with our volunteers.

Fortem Australia is an independent not-for-profit organisation dedicated to supporting the mental health and wellbeing of first responders, emergency service workers and volunteers, and their families.

First responder work can be incredibly rewarding but it can also be confronting, traumatic and dangerous. Fortems early intervention and preventative mental health approach helps to promote resilience, recovery, and overall wellbeing, while reducing stigma around mental health.

We learnt about some of the ways we can support each other and ourselves, as well as some of the other great programs and activities that Fortem offers.

We also enjoyed some delicious pizzas generously donated from Domino's Pizza Casino and played some jenga!

Thankyou Fortem (Kerryann) and thankyou Dominos Casino.

08/03/2026

This International Women's Day, we recognise the incredible women of the Casino Unit of NSW State Emergency Service and the contribution they make to emergency response, preparedness and planning, and to training.

Your dedication is appreciated.

Thank you.

07/03/2026

Do you live in the Richmond or Wilson River catchments? This video shows how rainfall in the catchment can influence flooding. There is forecasted rain and thunderstorms for Sunday and Monday which could lead to flash flooding across the region. Here's an opportunity to learn your risk and to start to get prepared.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I8oQjq5dO6o

28/02/2026

🫶 We take a moment to reflect on a time that impacted so many and changed lives forever.

4 years ago today, the whole Northern Rivers experienced the worst flooding in recorded history, a disaster noone could ever imagine.

If today is difficult for you, we encourage you to seek support, in friends, family, colleagues or services.

* Lifeline - 13 11 14
* Beyond Blue - 1300 224 636
* Kids Helpline (up to 25 yrs) - 1800 55 1800

🫶

24/02/2026

🎖NSW PREMIERS FLOOD EMERGENCY CITATION🎖

Last night we paused our regular training to host a small awards ceremony at Unit Headquarters, where a number of members were presented with the NSW Premier’s Flood Emergency Citation for their contribution to the 2022–2023 NSW Flood Emergency Response.

With the 4-year anniversary of the devastating Northern Rivers floods approaching, the evening also provided an opportunity for members to reflect on their experiences alongside peers, family and invited guests.

We were honoured to be joined by Councillor Robert Mustow (Mayor RVC), Councillor Steve Morrisey (Deputy Mayor RVC), Vaughan Macdonald (General Manager RVC) and Richie Williamson MP.
Superintendent Kristine McDonald of NSW State Emergency Service led the ceremony.

Congratulations to Donna, Karen, Kirsty, Venus, Michael, Katrina, James and Larry on receiving your citation.

Additionally, Kirsty and Katrina were presented with their 5-Year Long Service Pin. Thank you both for your continued service and commitment to NSW SES.

21/02/2026

✴️RECRUITMENT INFORMATION DAY✴️

A great time was had today at our Recruitment Information Day.

We welcomed a number of curious community members who came along to find out just what’s involved in being an NSW SES Volunteer.

🦺 Our potential recruits were taken through a variety of practical scenarios covering different areas of what SES does, including knots, patient carrying, roof kits and radios. Everyone had the opportunity to get involved, have a go, and ask questions as they worked through each activity.
📽 We even had a visit from the NBN Local News crew!

👏 A big thank you to our current volunteer members who gave up their Saturday morning to share their skills and knowledge with those attending.

If you were unable to make today’s Information Day but find yourself thinking, “maybe I could do that?” — you haven’t missed the boat! We accept new member applications all year round.

✅️Jump onto the NSW SES website to apply to become a Unit Member and start your journey with some great people in a great organisation

https://www.ses.nsw.gov.au/volunteer/unit-volunteer

20/02/2026

Recruitment Information Day on now at Casino SES 1 East st.

If you’re curious about what volunteering with the SES is all about and the benefits to you and our community, come along.

20/02/2026

20/02/2026

Come and join us!
📅 Saturday 21st February
📍 Casino Unit, 1 East St Casino
⏰ 10am - 1pm
If you’ve ever wanted to learn new skills, help others, or try something completely different, the NSW SES Casino is for you!
Register your interest here, if you cannot make it on the day one of our team will give you a call to answer any of your questions.
Come and meet the team
https://forms.office.com/r/Q5C1zsHeCS