Gresford Rural Fire Brigade

Gresford Rural Fire Brigade New members welcome! Meetings - 1st Wednesday of each month at 7.30pm at the station. NSW RFS Website: www.rfs.nsw.gov.au We look forward to meeting you!

πŸ”₯ Welcome to the Official page of the Gresford Rural Fire Brigade! πŸ”₯

Founded in 1958, the Gresford Rural Fire Brigade has a rich history of dedication and service to the local community. Since its formation, the Gresford Rural Fire Brigade has had only 11 Captains, each one leaving their mark on the brigade’s growth and legacy. This speaks to the enduring strength and continuity of the b

rigade, where leadership and dedication have always been passed down to ensure the station remains a steady presence in times of need. Meetings & Membership:

Our brigade is always looking for passionate individuals to join us. We meet on the 1st Wednesday of each month at 7.30pm at the station. Whether you’re interested in becoming a firefighter, helping with community outreach, or supporting in other ways, there’s a place for you in the Gresford Rural Fire Brigade. For any questions or to learn more about joining our brigade, please reach out to:
Interim Captain, Peter Williams: 0429 988 041
Secretary, Brenda Warren: 0401 271 850

We’re always accepting new members, so come along and see how you can make a difference.

If you’re planning a pile burn over the coming days, it’s worth taking a little extra care.We’ve seen a number of pile b...
17/04/2026

If you’re planning a pile burn over the coming days, it’s worth taking a little extra care.

We’ve seen a number of pile burns escape across the state recently, including a few closer to home. This often happens when conditions change quickly or piles become too large to manage safely.

When planning a pile burn, a few things to keep in mind:
πŸ”₯ Keep piles small and manageable (low and wide, not high)
πŸ”₯ Only burn dry, natural vegetation, not household materials
πŸ”₯ Choose calm conditions and keep an eye on the weather
πŸ”₯ Have water, tools and equipment ready before you light up
πŸ”₯ Stay with your fire at all times and fully extinguish it when finished

And importantly
πŸ“ž Notify your neighbours and the RFS at least 24 hours before you burn
rfs.nsw.gov.au/notify

For more information on safe burning, visit:
https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/plan-and-prepare/farm-fire-safety/safeburning

Report all unattended fires to Triple Zero (000).
Stay up to date by visiting www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/fnm or checking the Fires Near Me NSW app.

If you are planning to burn off, it is important to ensure you follow the correct steps before lighting a fire.You must:...
02/04/2026

If you are planning to burn off, it is important to ensure you follow the correct steps before lighting a fire.

You must:

πŸ”₯ Notify your neighbours at least 24 hours in advance
πŸ”₯ Notify the RFS at least 24 hours in advance using the online notification tool: https://rfs.nsw.gov.au/notify
πŸ”₯ Check weather conditions and Fire Danger Ratings
πŸ”₯ Ensure adequate water and firefighting equipment is available
πŸ”₯ Supervise the fire at all times and fully extinguish it before leaving

Total Fire Bans may still be declared. No fires may be lit on these days.

Report all unattended fires to Triple Zero (000) and stay up to date by visiting www.rfs.nsw.gov/fnm or checking the Fires Near Me NSW app

The Bush Fire Danger Period for the Lower Hunter (including Dungog LGA) ends on 31 March.From this date, fire permits ar...
27/03/2026

The Bush Fire Danger Period for the Lower Hunter (including Dungog LGA) ends on 31 March.

From this date, fire permits are no longer required.

If you are planning to light a fire, please ensure you follow these requirements:
β€’ Notify your neighbours at least 24 hours in advance
β€’ Notify the NSW RFS using the online notification tool:
https://rfs.nsw.gov.au/notify
β€’ Check weather conditions and Fire Danger Ratings
β€’ Have adequate water and firefighting equipment available
β€’ Supervise the fire at all times and ensure it is fully extinguished

Total Fire Bans may still be declared. No fires are permitted on these days.

For more information, visit the NSW RFS website https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/plan-and-prepare/farm-fire-safety/safeburning

Fire danger rating of πŸ”₯ HIGH for Saturday 13th March 2026 πŸ”₯FIRE PERMITS are required
13/03/2026

Fire danger rating of πŸ”₯ HIGH for Saturday 13th March 2026 πŸ”₯

FIRE PERMITS are required

Fire danger rating of πŸ”₯ HIGH for Thursday 12th March 2026 πŸ”₯FIRE PERMITS are required
11/03/2026

Fire danger rating of πŸ”₯ HIGH for Thursday 12th March 2026 πŸ”₯

FIRE PERMITS are required

You'll find us here this Saturday plus keep an eye out for the trucks in the Grand Parade πŸš’
11/03/2026

You'll find us here this Saturday plus keep an eye out for the trucks in the Grand Parade πŸš’

πŸ—ΊοΈ Find your way around the show! πŸ—ΊοΈ
Check out the show map so you don’t miss a thing.

Fire danger rating of πŸ”₯ HIGH for Wednesday 11th March 2026 πŸ”₯FIRE PERMITS are required
10/03/2026

Fire danger rating of πŸ”₯ HIGH for Wednesday 11th March 2026 πŸ”₯

FIRE PERMITS are required

07/03/2026

Today we recognise the incredible women of the Gresford Brigade β€” those on the frontline and those working behind the scenes.

Your dedication, strength and support help keep our brigade and community strong.

Happy International Women's Day . πŸš’πŸ’›

πŸ”₯ Fire danger rating for the Gresford area over the next few days is MODERATE πŸ”₯Just a reminder π—™π—œπ—₯π—˜ π—£π—˜π—₯π— π—œπ—§π—¦ 𝗔π—₯π—˜ π—₯π—˜π—€π—¨π—œπ—₯π—˜π——...
04/03/2026

πŸ”₯ Fire danger rating for the Gresford area over the next few days is MODERATE πŸ”₯

Just a reminder π—™π—œπ—₯π—˜ π—£π—˜π—₯π— π—œπ—§π—¦ 𝗔π—₯π—˜ π—₯π—˜π—€π—¨π—œπ—₯π—˜π——

To apply for a fire permit online, visit the website. www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/BFDP.

Come say to the Gresford Rural Fire Brigade during the show next Saturday
04/03/2026

Come say to the Gresford Rural Fire Brigade during the show next Saturday

πŸŽͺ The 94th Annual Gresford Show is almost here - and this year’s major entertainment is not to be missed! πŸ¦¬πŸŽπŸ•

Join us Saturday 14 March for the spectacular Bison, Horses and Hounds Show, our headline act performing TWO shows across the afternoon in the Main Ring.

Alongside this feature event, enjoy a full program of country show favourites including:
🐎 Horse events
πŸ„ Cattle exhibits
πŸ‡ Invitational 6 Bar Showjumping & Jump + Drive
πŸ‚ Steer Ride under lights
🐐 Animal Nursery
πŸŽ† Fireworks Saturday night

πŸ“… Friday 13 + Saturday 14 March 2026
πŸ“ Gresford Showgrounds

Bring the whole family and experience the biggest little country show πŸ’š

02/03/2026
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137 Durham Road
Gresford, NSW
2311

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