NSW RFS Illawarra Sutherland Team

01/09/2026

🔥 HAZARD REDUCTION BURN - LLANBERIS DRIVE, MENAI 🔥

The NSW Rural Fire Service will be conducting a planned hazard reduction burn in Menai on Friday, 4 September 2026, weather and conditions permitting.

The burn will cover approximately 10 hectares and is being undertaken to reduce bush fire fuels and help protect nearby homes and the community.

Motorists are reminded to drive to the conditions if smoke affects visibility, and nearby residents should keep windows and doors closed if affected by smoke.

For the latest information, visit the Hazards Near Me NSW app or the NSW RFS website.

NSW Rural Fire Service
Sutherland Shire Council

05/08/2026

Our Team recently took part in a large-scale emergency management exercise, bringing together the NSW RFS Illawarra Sutherland Team, Local Emergency Management Committees (LEMCs) from Illawarra and Sutherland, and partner agencies to test our response to a fast-moving bush fire scenario.

Exercises like these are essential for strengthening interagency coordination, refining emergency plans, and ensuring we're ready to respond when real incidents occur.

Thanks to all agencies and members who contributed to the success of the exercise. Check out WIN News' coverage below!

04/08/2026

📱 Did you know the Hazards Near Me NSW app covers more than just bush fires?

The Hazards Near Me NSW app helps you stay informed about a range of natural hazards that may affect your community, including:

🔥 Bush fires
🌧️ Floods
🌊 Severe weather
⛈️ Storms
🌡️ Other emergency events and hazards across NSW

By setting up your Watch Zones, you can receive important updates about areas that matter to you, such as your home, workplace, children’s school, or places you regularly visit.

Take a few minutes today to:

✅ Download the Hazards Near Me NSW app
✅ Set up your Watch Zones
✅ Enable notifications
✅ Familiarise yourself with the information available before an emergency happens

Being prepared means understanding the risks around you, staying informed and knowing where to find trusted information when any natural hazard impacts your community.

📲 Download the app and make it part of your emergency plan today.

01/08/2026

UPDATE:

The Wollongong Coal burn has been postponed due to rain, however the Mount Brown site received very little rain and this burn is going ahead. A reminder that smoke may be visible in southern Wollongong and Shellharbour.

Stay up to date by visiting the RFS website and downloading the Hazards Near Me app.

NSW Rural Fire Service
City of Wollongong

31/07/2026

Hazard Reduction Burns – Sunday 2 August

The RFS will be conducting two hazard reduction burns in the Wollongong area on Sunday, 2 August, weather conditions permitting.

📍 Wollongong Coal – Russell Vale
• Approx. 2.5 hectares
• Smoke may be visible along the Illawarra escarpment.

📍 Mount Brown
• Approx. 2.3 hectares
• Smoke may be visible across southern Wollongong and Shellharbour suburbs.

These burns form part of our ongoing program to reduce bush fire risk and help protect local communities.

Motorists are reminded to drive to the conditions if smoke affects visibility, and nearby residents should keep windows and doors closed if affected by smoke.

For the latest information, visit the Hazards Near Me NSW app or the NSW RFS website.

NSW Rural Fire Service
City of Wollongong

29/07/2026

UPDATE:

This fire is now contained. Crews remain on scene and traffic control is still in place. Please allow extra time if travelling through the area.

Download the Hazards Near Me app to stay up-to-date.

Sutherland Shire Council

Advice: Heathcote Rd, Menai

Firefighters are responding to a bush fire along Heathcote Rd at Menai. Residents in Sutherland Shire suburbs may see smoke. There are currently no threats to properties at this time.

Contraflow is in place on Heathcote Rd, expect delays if you are travelling in the area.

If you see an unattended fire, call 000 immediately.

Sutherland Shire Council

29/07/2026

Advice: Heathcote Rd, Menai

Firefighters are responding to a bush fire along Heathcote Rd at Menai. Residents in Sutherland Shire suburbs may see smoke. There are currently no threats to properties at this time.

Contraflow is in place on Heathcote Rd, expect delays if you are travelling in the area.

If you see an unattended fire, call 000 immediately.

Sutherland Shire Council

25/05/2026

The KidsFest Emergency Services Expo is still on despite the rain! Come down and meet your emergency service helpers and see all we have to offer!

🚨 Join us at the KidsFest Shellharbour Emergency Services Expo! 🚒🚑🚓

Bring the kids along for a hands-on day of fun, learning, and community connection with your local emergency services crews. Meet the people who help keep our community safe and check out the vehicles, equipment, and live demonstrations up close!

📅 Tuesday 26 May 2026
⏰ 10am - 2pm
📍 Illawarra Fire Control Centre, 37 Airport Rd, Albion Park Rail

Kids can explore emergency vehicles, chat with first responders, and enjoy interactive activities designed especially for ages 0-12.

A great opportunity to build awareness, confidence, and curiosity around emergency services in a relaxed family-friendly environment.

🌐 www.kidsfestshellharbour.com.au

Shellharbour City Council

15/05/2026

🚨 Join us at the KidsFest Shellharbour Emergency Services Expo! 🚒🚑🚓

Bring the kids along for a hands-on day of fun, learning, and community connection with your local emergency services crews. Meet the people who help keep our community safe and check out the vehicles, equipment, and live demonstrations up close!

📅 Tuesday 26 May 2026
⏰ 10am - 2pm
📍 Illawarra Fire Control Centre, 37 Airport Rd, Albion Park Rail

Kids can explore emergency vehicles, chat with first responders, and enjoy interactive activities designed especially for ages 0-12.

A great opportunity to build awareness, confidence, and curiosity around emergency services in a relaxed family-friendly environment.

🌐 www.kidsfestshellharbour.com.au

Shellharbour City Council

08/05/2026

HAZARD REDUCTION NOTICE

Please be advised that the NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS), with assistance from partner agencies, intends to conduct the Grays Point Hazard Reduction Burn (Stage 3) tomorrow, Saturday 9 May.

Smoke may be visible in surrounding areas throughout the day. Residents are encouraged to keep windows and doors closed if affected by smoke and motorists should drive to conditions in areas of reduced visibility.

We thank the community for their understanding as this important work is carried out to protect lives, property, and the environment.

For updates, visit 👉https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/fire-information/hazard-reductions
Sutherland Shire Council
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service