Maroota Rural Fire Brigade

10/06/2026

NATIONAL THANK A FIRST RESPONDER DAY

❤NATIONAL THANK A FIRST RESPONDER DAY❤

Today is National Thank a First Responder Day, a day dedicated to recognising the men and women who respond when our communities need help most.

From firefighters, paramedics, police officers and SES volunteers, to all emergency service personnel who work tirelessly behind the scenes, thank you for your commitment, professionalism and service.

At Maroota Rural Fire Brigade, we're proud to stand alongside our fellow emergency service agencies and volunteers who serve our local community and communities across Australia.

Today, we encourage everyone to take a moment to thank a first responder. To all first responders: thank you for what you do, today and every day.

05/06/2026

Lithium-ion batteries:

⚠️In NSW, portable lithium-ion batteries have become a leading fire hazard, posing serious risks in homes, workplaces, and waste facilities.

✅ Install smoke or heat alarms in rooms where batteries are charged. Charge large batteries (e.g. for e-scooters or power tools) in garages, sheds, or carports, away from living areas and exits.

www.fire.nsw.gov.au/fire-safety/home-fire-safety
Fire and Rescue NSW

04/06/2026

In addition to the minimum requirement of one smoke alarm per level, Fire and Rescue NSW recommends installing smoke alarms in all bedrooms and living spaces (including hallways and stairways) and even the garage.
www.fire.nsw.gov.au

It was a lucky escape early this morning for a family who woke to discover a fire burning in their garage.

Firefighters from the and FRNSW arrived quickly, with crews from Galston and Arcadia extinguishing the fire, which is believed to have been caused by an electric vehicle charger.

While there were no smoke alarms in the garage, a working smoke alarm in the hallway activated, allowing the family time to safely evacuate and giving firefighters a chance to extinguish the fire before it spread further into the home.

Remember it's important you have multiple smoke alarms installed throughout your home, particularly in areas where combustible materials may be present.

📸 Mike Elvidge

04/06/2026

🚧 Double demerits start at midnight tonight and continue until 11:59pm Monday 8 June.

NSW Police Force will target speeding, mobile phone, seatbelt and motorcycle helmet offences this double demerits period 🚗

02/06/2026

Congratulations to our three Junior members, Nathan, Keira and Mitchell, on receiving your official certificates at our AGM on Monday night, for the FF1 and FF2 courses.

02/06/2026

Last night at our AGM we surprised this young lady with Life Membership to Maroota/ Canoelands Brigade.

Helen has dedicated more than 30 years of service to the RFS, joining Canoelands Brigade in 1997 and later being adopted to Maroota Brigade, as Canoelands treasurer. Helen remains treasurer to this day.
Congratulations Helen, you are a very valued member of our Brigade and this award is so well deserved.

02/06/2026

Last night Maroota Rural Fire Brigade held their AGM. Most positions remain the same. Congratulations to everyone holding a position and to those that have taken on a new position. Your support is greatly appreciated...may we all have a safe year going forward.

Many of our members were also presented with the NSW Premier's Flood Emergency Citation, for their contribution and service to the
2022-2023 NSW Floods emergency response. Congratulations to all these members.
Thank you to Scott and Brad for your time and representation last night.

01/06/2026

Winter has arrived and it has never been more important to test your smoke alarms.
The seconds you use to test your smoke alarm could be the seconds that save your life!

Today, 1 June is Smoke Alarm Action Day, where we encourage everyone to test the smoke alarms in their homes.

Be smart and take part, the seconds you use to test your smoke alarm could be the seconds that save your life.

For more information or help with a free safety visit to your home, contact our friends at Fire and Rescue NSW. To request a free safety visit, check out their website: www.fire.nsw.gov.au/visits

29/05/2026

Yesterday, AFAC News released the Bushfire Seasonal Outlook for Winter. NSW has experienced a warmer and drier autumn than usual, with less rainfall than normal.

While parts of the state received some rainfall in mid to late May, it has not been enough to significantly improve the long-term rainfall deficits or ongoing dry conditions. As a result, many areas remain unusually dry, with some parts of northern NSW already experiencing drought conditions.

Looking ahead, forecasts suggest winter is also likely to be drier than average, particularly later in the season, with warmer daytime temperatures expected across much of the state. These conditions, especially across northern, central and eastern NSW, are increasing the risk of bushfires this winter, including fires that may be more difficult to control.

For more information, visit: www.afac.com.au/public-resources/seasonal-bushfire-outlook-winter-2026

25/05/2026