NSW SES - Crookwell Unit

28/05/2026

🚨 Lead the Front Line in Crookwell– NSW SES Needs You 🚨
🌟 Volunteer Role: Unit Commander Crookwell🌟

Ready to step up for your community? NSW SES is seeking a motivated leader to guide the Crookwell Unit and make a real impact when it matters most.

What You’ll Do:
✅ Lead and support a team of dedicated local volunteers
✅ Coordinate training, operations, and emergency response
✅ Build skills, confidence, and team capability
✅ Promote a strong culture of safety, wellbeing, and teamwork

Who You Are:
A community-minded leader who communicates well, stays calm under pressure, and enjoys developing others. Experience in leadership or emergency services is a plus—but passion and commitment matter most.

💬 Why It Matters:
This isn’t just volunteering—it’s leading from the front, strengthening your communi0ty, and making a difference when it counts.

Apply via SEEK Volunteer Now - https://ow.ly/Lgnz50Z4ZiU.

25/05/2026

Last week, a number of our members were awarded the NSW Premier's Flood Emergency Citation in recognition of their service and dedication during the 2022–2023 flood operations.

While not all members were able to attend the ceremony, we would like to congratulate all recipients on this well-deserved recognition. Congratulations 👏🧡

NSW SES South Eastern Zone
NSW SES

06/05/2026

☃️WINTER IS COMING ❄️
The Bureau of Meteorology advises snow is possible from 800m.
Be prepared and drive to the conditions.
Stay up to date on the Hazards near me app.
Watch the latest forecast.
https://youtu.be/D6X0K9jGezA?si=pTRzvBEK0gnQbbGJ

05/05/2026

We are deeply saddened by the tragic incident off Ballina Bar overnight.
Not only for the loss of life from Marine Rescue NSW volunteers, but also the loss of life from the vessel they were responding to.
This is a reminder of what emergency services can face every time they answer a call for help, frequently in the most challenging and dangerous conditions.
We extend our sincere condolences to the families, friends and members of Marine Rescue NSW, as well as all those affected by this tragedy.
Our thoughts are with you all during this difficult time.💙💙

21/04/2026

CONGRATULATIONS to TWO of our Crookwell members who celebrated their wedding over the past weekend!! 🎉 It was the most perfect day and we couldn't be more happy for you.

How special to see multiple fellow members in the bridal party and plenty more on the guest list too! SES isn't just a place where you get to learn amazing new skills and help your community, but where you can also build genuine friendships.🧡

NSW SES South Eastern Zone
NSW SES

26/02/2026

🚨 CROOKWELL — WE NEED YOU! 🚨

Right now, our numbers are low.

And when that happens, it becomes harder to respond to requests for assistance during storms and floods.

The NSW SES Crookwell Unit is made up of local volunteers and we need more locals to step up.

No experience needed.
Full training provided.
All we ask is commitment and a willingness to serve your community.

Because when the next storm hits…
Crookwell deserves a team ready to respond.

Apply Here!

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

📩 Message us to get involved.

Crookwell — we need you.

See yourself in orange and discover a wide range of volunteer roles at the NSW SES. We welcome volunteers of all skills, experiences and background.

28/01/2026

New Year, New You! 🌟

Looking for a way to make a real difference in 2026? Why not join the NSW State Emergency Service (SES) and become part of a team that helps communities when they need it most!

✅ Free Nationally Recognised Training provided
✅ Learn valuable skills that last a lifetime
✅ Build lifelong friendships
✅ Be part of a supportive team
✅ Endless opportunities to give back
✅ Make a real impact in your community
✅ Learn essential emergency skills
✅ Be ready when it matters
✅ Work alongside other Emergency Services

We’re looking for volunteers aged 16+ for a variety of roles, including:

· Flood Rescue

· Storm Response

· Administration & Support Roles

· Community Engagement and more!

Ready to step up? Apply now: 👉 https://www.ses.nsw.gov.au/volunteer

Or chat with your local SES Unit to find out how you can help.

05/01/2026

Severe Thunderstorm Warning
for HEAVY RAINFALL, LARGE HAILSTONES and DAMAGING WINDS
For people in Central Tablelands and parts of Hunter, Metropolitan, Illawarra, South Coast, Southern Tablelands, North West Slopes and Plains, Central West Slopes and Plains, Snowy Mountains and Australian Capital Territory Forecast Districts.

Issued at 2:57 pm Monday, 5 January 2026.

Severe thunderstorms have developed this afternoon.

Weather Situation: A warm and humid airmass combined with an upper-level trough to generate thunderstorms across central and southeastern parts of the state today.

Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding, large hailstones and damaging winds in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Orange, Goulburn, Dubbo, Mudgee, Katoomba and Cooma.

The State Emergency Service advises that people should:
* Park your car under secure cover and away from trees, powerlines and drains.
* Secure or put away loose items around your house, yard and balcony.
* Keep at least 8 metres away from fallen power lines or objects that may be energised, such as fences.
* Report fallen power lines to either Ausgrid (131 388), Endeavour Energy (131 003), Essential Energy (132 080) or Evoenergy (131 093) as shown on your power bill.
* Keep clear of creeks and storm drains.
* Don't walk, ride your bike or drive through flood water.
* If you are trapped by flash flooding, seek refuge in the highest available place and ring 000 if you need rescue.
* Stay indoors away from windows, and keep children and pets indoors as well.
For emergency help in flood and storms, ring the SES on 132 500.
Stay updated on the Hazards Near Me NSW app or the ACT ESA website (https://esa.act.gov.au).

The next warning is due to be issued by 6:00 pm.

31/12/2025

Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce damaging winds, heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding and large hailstones in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Yass, Crookwell and Taralga.

Severe thunderstorms are no longer occurring in the Riverina, Snowy Mountains and Australian Capital Territory districts and the warning for these districts is CANCELLED.

25.6mm was recorded at Bendora Dam in the 30 minutes to 4:11pm.
Safety advice
The State Emergency Service advises that people should:

* Park your car under secure cover and away from trees, powerlines and drains.

* Secure or put away loose items around your house, yard and balcony.

* Keep at least 8 metres away from fallen power lines or objects that may be energised, such as fences.

* Report fallen power lines to either Ausgrid (131 388), Endeavour Energy (131 003), Essential Energy (132 080) or Evoenergy (131 093) as shown on your power bill.

* Keep clear of creeks and storm drains.

* Don't walk, ride your bike or drive through flood water.

* If you are trapped by flash flooding, seek refuge in the highest available place and ring 000 if you need rescue.

* Stay indoors away from windows, and keep children and pets indoors as well.
For emergency help in flood and storms, ring the SES on 132 500.

Stay updated on the Hazards Near Me NSW app or the ACT ESA website (https://esa.gov.au).
Check https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts. Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and State Emergency Service would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.

25/11/2025

⚠️ Severe Weather Warning ⚠️

for DAMAGING WINDS 💨🍃💨 🍃

Illawarra and parts of South Coast, Central Tablelands, Southern Tablelands, Snowy Mountains, Australian Capital Territory and South West Slopes Forecast Districts.📍

Issued at 10:58 am EDT on Tuesday 25 November 2025

Damaging wind gusts developing on Wednesday across the southeast, including Wollongong.

Weather Situation:📋
A front crosses central New South Wales on Wednesday, bringing increased west to northwesterly flow and damaging wind gusts.

DAMAGING WEST TO NORTHWESTERLY WIND GUSTS in excess of 90 km/h are expected to develop across the warning area from Wednesday morning, continuing through the afternoon, before easing during Wednesday evening.

Locations which may be affected include Wollongong, Goulburn, Nowra, Katoomba, Bowral and Braidwood.

🟧⬜️🟧 The State Emergency Service advises that people should:
* Move vehicles under cover or away from trees.
* Secure or put away loose items around your house, yard and balcony.
* Keep at least 8 metres away from fallen power lines or objects that may be energised, such as fences.
* Trees that have been damaged by fire are likely to be more unstable and more likely to fall.
* Report fallen power lines to Endeavour Energy (131 003) or as shown on your power bill.
* Stay vigilant and monitor conditions. Note that the landscape may have changed following bushfires.
* For emergency help in floods and storms, ring your local SES Unit on 132 500.

🚨If you require assistance during floods and storms, dial 132 500. In a life threatening emergency, call 000🚨

Keep up to date with the Bureau of Meteorology: http://www.bom.gov.au/nsw/warnings/