Ceduna State Emergency Service

29/07/2026

Happy international day of friendship to all of our community !

29/07/2026

🛥️ 🌟 CONGRATS,SKIPPER CRAIG 🌟 🛥️

A massive congratulations to our Ceduna SES volunteer Craig on successfully completing his Skipper Unrestricted qualification last weekend along with three other volunteers from Cowell and Whyalla Sea Rescue Squadron! 🙌🏼

While the rest of us were enjoying the weekend, Craig was busy proving he can handle a rescue boat, navigate safely, and remember all the rules of the water.

This is a fantastic achievement and one that takes commitment, skill and plenty of hard work. Our volunteers give up their own time to undertake training like this so they’re ready to respond when our community needs them most.

Well done, Craig. Thanks for your dedication to Ceduna SES and for helping keep our West Coast community safe.

Now that you’ve got the qualification… we’ll expect perfect parking of "Protector" at the boat ramp every time!😉

🟠⚪️🟠 If your interested in joining the SES give us a call on 0427 104 306 or visit https://www.ses.sa.gov.au/home/volunteer 🟠⚪️🟠

27/07/2026

🟠⚪️🟠 Ceduna on the Move – Learning, Leading and Adapting at DEMC26 🌏 Day 1 Complete ✅
Day 1 of the Disaster & Emergency Management Conference 2026 on the Gold Coast has wrapped up, with Ceduna Unit Manager Kelly along with 5 other SA SES member's gaining valuable insights into the future of emergency management, volunteer leadership and emerging technology.
Highlights of the day included sessions on AI in volunteer leadership, motivating today's volunteer workforce, developing the next generation of emergency managers, and building community resilience and recovery following disasters.
During the AI workshop, Kelly focused on creating and refining a Volunteer Onboarding Checklist for the Ceduna Unit. The session demonstrated how AI tools can help streamline volunteer onboarding, improve member engagement and support volunteer retention by creating a more consistent and welcoming experience for new members.
The conference also explored the growing role of AI agents and digital technologies in supporting volunteer management, communications and administration, providing practical ideas that could benefit the Ceduna Unit into the future.
Day 1 has provided plenty of ideas and inspiration that can be brought back to Ceduna to help strengthen volunteer engagement, leadership development and unit capability. 🟠⚪️🟠

26/07/2026

Just an FYI, Happening tomorrow 🚨

📱 Reminder: The AusAlert National Test is Tomorrow.

Tomorrow at 1:30 pm ACST, the Australian Government will conduct the AusAlert national test.

This test is designed to help people recognise what an AusAlert message looks and sounds like, and to ensure the system is ready to be used during real emergencies.

What you can expect

📱 Compatible mobile devices across Australia may receive a Critical AusAlert message.

🔊 Your device may play the alert sound, vibrate and display the message on screen.

⚠️ The test is being sent as a Critical Alert, which cannot be turned off through your device settings.

Before 1:30 pm

✔️ Let family, friends and colleagues know the test is happening.
✔️ If you support older people, people with disability, children, or anyone who may be startled by the alert, take a few moments to explain what they can expect.
✔️ If you have meetings, presentations, classes or events scheduled around 1:30 pm, consider letting attendees know in advance that devices may briefly sound or vibrate.

During the test

✅ Read the message.
✅ There is no action required during today’s national test.
✅ Once you’ve read it, simply dismiss the notification and continue with your day.

The test is an important step in helping ensure Australians are familiar with AusAlert before it’s needed during a real emergency.

For more information, including compatible devices, accessibility information and frequently asked questions, visit www.ausalert.gov.au.

09/07/2026

This week, we recognise NAIDOC Week – 50 Years of Deadly: 5-12 July 2026

Every day, we work alongside communities across South Australia to keep them safe. Among those communities, and amongst our volunteers and staff, are Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, who contribute to the strength, resilience and diversity of our state and service.

The 50 Years of Deadly theme marks a significant milestone and pays tribute to the people who built this movement whose passion, advocacy and leadership have shaped the NAIDOC movement over the past five decades.

As described on the NAIDOC Week website: it’s not just a marker of time passed, but of the momentum still building. To learn more about NAIDOC Week, including its history, significance and local events, visit the NAIDOC Week website: www.naidoc.org.au

09/07/2026

🚒🪏Nothing Like Getting Prepared🪏🚨

There’s nothing like putting your training into action!

While our volunteers were at training this week, the Ceduna SES was called to assist with a vehicle bogged near Beilamah Well at Davenport Creek.

Three volunteers responded promptly, safely recovering the vehicle and getting two interstate visitors back on their way to continue exploring our beautiful West Coast.

It’s a great reminder that emergencies don’t wait for a convenient time. Thanks to the dedication of our volunteers, we’re always ready to answer the call—whether it’s during training or any other time of day.

Safe travels to our visitors, and remember, if you’re exploring our remote tracks, always let someone know where you’re going, check local conditions, and carry the right recovery gear. 🟠⚪️🟠

09/07/2026

🚨 Training Night – Being Prepared for the Year Ahead 🚨

At Ceduna SES, training doesn’t just happen when emergencies strike—it happens all year round.

This week’s training night focused on ensuring our unit is prepared for the year ahead. We reviewed our operational readiness, checked equipment and vehicles, and made sure we’re ready to respond safely and effectively when our community needs us most.

Every training night and equipment check strengthens our ability to respond to storms, floods, extreme heat, road crash rescues, and other emergencies across the Far West Coast.

We’re proud of our dedicated volunteers who give up their time to serve the community. Their commitment ensures Ceduna SES is always ready to answer the call.

💙 Interested in making a difference? If you’re looking for a rewarding way to give back, we’d love to welcome new volunteers to our team. Get in touch with us to find out how you can become part of Ceduna SES and help keep our community safe.



If your interested in joining the SES give us a call on 0427 104 306 or visit https://www.ses.sa.gov.au/home/volunteer

01/07/2026

Please take care when around the water today with abnormally high tides today and tomorrow!

On Wednesday 1 July and Thursday 2 July, tide levels along South Australia’s coast are forecast to be significantly higher than indicated on tide tables.

Abnormally high tides may result in jetties being overtopped by waves.

Please exercise caution when entering jetties at the following locations until sea conditions dissipate:

• Wednesday 1st July – Thevenard
• Thursday 2nd July – Thevenard, Fleurieu Peninsula, Lower Eyre Peninsula, South East and Metropolitan Adelaide

19/06/2026

AusAlert

⚠️ REMINDER, TEST ALERT COMING TO PORT LINCOLN 📱

AusAlert is being tested in Port Lincoln at 11:00 am, tomorrow, Saturday 20 June 2026.

AusAlert is Australia’s new national emergency alerting capability. It will be used to send urgent official messages to compatible mobile devices during emergencies.

As part of testing, compatible mobile phones, tablets and smart watches in the Port Lincoln area may receive a Priority Alert. Depending on your device and settings, the alert may vibrate and play a loud siren-like sound for around 10 seconds.

This is only a test. No action is required.

If receiving the test alert could be disruptive or cause you or someone you know to feel unsafe, visit ausalert.gov.au to learn more about the test and how to manage Priority Alert settings on compatible devices.

Learn more and hear what an AusAlert sounds like at ausalert.gov.au

City of Port Lincoln Council