Dareton Rural Fire Brigade

01/04/2026

Our brigade has 4 new members trained in village firefighting! 🔥🚒
Well done to these members and to all involved in the last few weeks who helped make this happen.
We are always working on our skills and knowledge in many ways to protect our community the best we can.

Want to join in on the fun? Find out more via the link 😊
https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/volunteer/join-the-nsw-rfs?fbclid=IwdGRjcAQ5SSZjbGNrA1kwl2V4dG4DYWVtAjExAAEeXqyF3WOP9fVpV2q75XVw93aYQus-pUmNd1ES9MCgi4cigexdX691R7pOZTM_aem_zUFy3wtA8rYsb6IcGBgyDw

01/04/2026

31/03/2026

Just a friendly reminder:
End of Bush Fire Danger Period – Lower Western Zone

The Bush Fire Danger Period for Wentworth & Balranald LGAs ends midnight the 31st of March. From 1st of April, fire permits are no longer required, but burn notifications are still mandatory.

You must notify the RFS and adjoining neighbours at least 24 hours before burning. Penalties apply for failing to notify or allowing fires to escape.

Notify here: https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/fire-information/BFDP/burn-notifications

🚨 End of Bush Fire Danger Period – Lower Western Zone

The Bush Fire Danger Period for Wentworth & Balranald LGAs ends midnight the 31st of March. From 1st of April, fire permits are no longer required, but burn notifications are still mandatory.

You must notify the RFS and adjoining neighbours at least 24 hours before burning. Penalties apply for failing to notify or allowing fires to escape.

Notify here: https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/fire-information/BFDP/burn-notifications

Wentworth Shire Council Balranald Shire Council
Dareton Rural Fire Brigade Rural Fire Service - Curlwaa
Euston Fire Brigade Gol Gol Fire Brigade, NSW Rural Fire Service

23/03/2026

🚨 End of Bush Fire Danger Period – Lower Western Zone

The Bush Fire Danger Period for Wentworth & Balranald LGAs ends midnight the 31st of March. From 1st of April, fire permits are no longer required, but burn notifications are still mandatory.

You must notify the RFS and adjoining neighbours at least 24 hours before burning. Penalties apply for failing to notify or allowing fires to escape.

Notify here: https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/fire-information/BFDP/burn-notifications

🚨 End of Bush Fire Danger Period – Lower Western Zone

The Bush Fire Danger Period for Wentworth & Balranald LGAs ends midnight the 31st of March. From 1st of April, fire permits are no longer required, but burn notifications are still mandatory.

You must notify the RFS and adjoining neighbours at least 24 hours before burning. Penalties apply for failing to notify or allowing fires to escape.

Notify here: https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/fire-information/BFDP/burn-notifications

Wentworth Shire Council Balranald Shire Council
Dareton Rural Fire Brigade Rural Fire Service - Curlwaa
Euston Fire Brigade Gol Gol Fire Brigade, NSW Rural Fire Service

04/03/2026

We are so excited to be able to welcome 4 new members to our brigade 👋👨‍🚒👩‍🚒👨‍🚒👨‍🚒
Congratulations to these members passing their Fire Fighter 1&2 assessments.
A huge thank you to other members of our brigade who have put time into training and also to the trainers and assessors who gave their time to pass our new members.
Welcome aboard!🔥 🚒

01/03/2026

Heavy rainfall is continuing to cause water inundation across the region.

🚨 Silver City Highway (between Hollands Lake and Syphon Road): There is currently a significant amount of water over the road. All vehicles are advised to seek alternate routes at this time, pending an official state government road closure. Heavy vehicles are advised to detour via Mildura.

Please use extreme caution if you are travelling on any regional roads today, and remember: never drive through floodwater.

Stay safe and check the latest updates before heading out:

Wentworth Shire Local Roads: Road Condition Report https://www.wentworth.nsw.gov.au/infrastructure/engineering-services/roads-and-traffic/road-condition-report/

Wider NSW Road Closures: Live Traffic NSW https://www.livetraffic.com/

26/02/2026

There has been lots happening both at incident scenes and behind the scenes 🚒
Do you want to join in on the fun? Follow the link for more info!
https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/volunteer/join-the-nsw-rfs?fbclid=IwdGRjcAQMvMRjbGNrA1kwl2V4dG4DYWVtAjExAAEeXqyF3WOP9fVpV2q75XVw93aYQus-pUmNd1ES9MCgi4cigexdX691R7pOZTM_aem_zUFy3wtA8rYsb6IcGBgyDw

22/02/2026

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for HEAVY RAINFALL and flash flooding 🌧️ - monitor conditions

Whats expected: A trough and cold front combines with a moist and unstable airmass in southwestern parts of the state to produce severe showers and thunderstorms this afternoon.

Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding in the warning area over the next several hours.

*This information is valid as of 1931 22_02_2026*

Stay up to date as the situation may change.

Download the Hazards near me app and the BOM app to keep up to date
https://www.incident.hazards.rfs.nsw.gov.au/?r=dWTF

30/01/2026

We are always happy to don our aprons and provide support to other community groups. 😄

30/01/2026

🔴Fire Permit Suspension🔴

The RFS is extending the suspension of fire permits in the Wentworth Shire Council & Balranald Shire Council LGAs until 00:01hrs Monday the 2nd of February. This is due to the predicted elevated fire danger over the weekend. During hot, dry and windy conditions, such as we are experiencing now, fires can start quickly and spread rapidly. Don't be the fire risk in your community.

Stay alert, stay prepared and report any unattended fires to Triple Zero (000).

*Serious penalties, including fines and/or imprisonment, can and will apply for starting a fire without a permit during the Bush Fire Danger Period.*

23/01/2026

🔴Fire Permit Suspension🔴

The RFS is suspending fire permits in the Wentworth Shire Council & Balranald Shire Council LGAs from 00:01 Saturday 24th of January through to 00:01am Saturday the 31st of January. This is due to the predicted elevated temperatures and fire risk in the coming week. During hot, dry and windy conditions, such as we are experiencing now, fires can start quickly and spread rapidly. Don't be the fire risk in your community. If you have a current active fire permit and are burning the fire must be fully extinguished prior to the suspension.

Stay alert, stay prepared and report any unattended fires to Triple Zero (000).

*Serious penalties, including fines and/or imprisonment, can and will apply for starting a fire without a permit during the Bush Fire Danger Period.*