Gumeracha Country Fire Service

02/08/2026

"Building resilience isn’t a one-off effort - it’s an ongoing process. The Strategy is being refreshed for 2026–2030 to keep pace with changing risks, including climate change, evolving community needs, and lessons learned from recent disasters."

As a local community we have the ongoing need to build resilience and we have done this extremely well since the Sampson Flat fire in 2015.

Its time to refresh that Strategy in SA and you can help by completing the survey from SAFECOM below.

The South Australian Fire and Emergency Services Commission (SAFECOM) is the government office that coordinates, supports, and funds the state's main emergency services, ensuring they have the resources needed to keep communities safe.

https://yoursay.sa.gov.au/disaster-resilience-strategy?fbclid=IwY2xjawTcmUpleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFmc2lBN0xBaWFpTGVNWjFLc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHvr2tiFcrHF_E2kBT9WQ69qpuNUFXy3Y-dZ-0ghbgyqWj7dpVrdwAsmMMaQr_aem_eQGBxSrLK13_hWOCIUiFVw

We made a survey. Don’t leave just yet.

We know surveys aren’t usually the highlight of your day. But this one helps shape how South Australia prepares for, responds to, and recovers from disasters.

The YourSAy survey is now open for the Disaster Resilience Strategy refresh (2026–2030).

Click the link in the comments and have your say today!

25/07/2026

AusAlert - National Test to be conducted in SA 1.30pm Monday 27th July 2026

AusAlert is a new national warning system that uses the latest technology to send emergency messages to compatible mobile devices.

It’s a fast and reliable way to help people be informed and better prepared during local and national emergencies.

Do you have a Safety Phone?

If you feel unsafe, or are concerned about your personal safety including in situations of domestic and family violence it is important to consider how emergency alerts may affect you.
Please be aware that the test alert may override silent mode and "Do Not Disturb" settings on some devices, causing an audible notification to sound. If receiving an unexpected alert could affect your safety, please take this into consideration and plan ahead where possible. See the attached images for more information.

https://www.ausalert.gov.au/about-us/about-ausalert

04/07/2026

Introducing AusAlert

AusAlert is a new national warning system that uses the latest technology to send emergency messages to compatible mobile devices.

It’s a fast and reliable way to help people be informed and better prepared during local and national emergencies.

https://www.ausalert.gov.au/about-us/about-ausalert

13/06/2026

Are you ready?

AusAlert is a new national warning system that uses the latest technology to send emergency messages to compatible mobile devices.

20/05/2026

FIREY WOMEN - GUMERACHA

The Firey Women program is a practical and engaging four-week workshop series designed to help women understand bushfire risk and build the knowledge and confidence to prepare their homes, families, and communities.

Facebook event link – click on “Find Tickets” to register
https://www.facebook.com/events/1428512125744554

CFS web site direct registration link
https://www.cfs.sa.gov.au/events/2026/06/30/gumeracha-firey-women-four-night-workshop/

Workshop Details:
Four-week workshop series - 6:30pm – 9:30pm

Tuesday, 30 June
Tuesday, 7 July
Tuesday, 14 July
Tuesday, 21 July

To gain the full benefit of the program and develop a comprehensive understanding of bushfire preparedness, participants are expected to attend all four consecutive sessions.

Created specifically for women, the program provides a safe, supportive, and non-threatening environment to learn practical skills that can help protect families, homes, and livelihoods.

Across the four sessions, participants will explore:

Preparing emotionally for bushfire events
Understanding bushfire danger ratings and warnings
Deciding when to “leave early” or “stay and defend”
Developing a Bushfire Survival Plan
Identifying hazards around the home
Operating pumps and firefighting equipment
Understanding bushfire behaviour

The sessions are designed to build on one another, providing a complete and practical approach to bushfire preparedness.

Important Information
Attendance at all sessions is essential
Workshops are delivered in a supportive and inclusive environment
No prior experience or knowledge is required

19/05/2026

A message for volunteers week from our Chief.

23/04/2026

The CFS Foundation has been helping deliver donated hampers made possible through the generosity of local SA businesses and an initiative driven by Sammie from Limitless Quality Solutions.

👨‍🚒But sometimes we all need a little help from our friends..
Thank you, Brock, for helping deliver these to your local Brigade!

It’s always great to see CFS staff who also volunteer in their local communities🚒

We hope the Gumeracha Country Fire Service enjoyed their well-earned hampers and we recognise their ongoing dedication and commitment to the community ❤

14/04/2026

"Marge, the rains are here!"

The rains are here, and things are greening up, but the Fire Danger Season still continues until the 30th of April.

Burning restrictions are still in place until the end of the month.

To see what you can and can't do relating to fires and burning, follow the link below.