Inverell Rural Fire Brigade

21/04/2026

This afternoon Inverell responded to a Bush fire on Thunderbolts way, Bundarra.
The crew worked alongside our neighbouring brigades to defend property's in the area and work toward containg the fire.

08/04/2026

07/04/2026

Tuesday 7th April
Inverell Rural Fire Brigade currently has crews on scene of a bushfire that is burning near Tingha. Our crews have been busy this afternoon alongside our neighbouring brigades working to contain the fire and protect multiple properties in the area.
Crews remain on scene to continue to work and strengthen containment lines alongside Elsmore Rural Fire Brigade Gilgai RFB, NSW RFS - Tingha Brigade, Tenterden RFB, Guyra RFB.

28/03/2026

The statutory bushfire danger period for all local government ares in Northern Tablelands, ends at midnight on March 31.

Landowners in Tenterfield, Glen Innes, and Inverell Rural Fire Districts who undertake vegetation pile burns after 31 March each year, do not require a fire safety permit - however you still have an obligation to notify the RFS and your neighbours at least 24 hours before you commence burning.

Visit www.rfs.nsw.gov.au and click on the NOTIFY portal. Significant fines can apply for not complying with these conditions.

Don’t forget to check the weather forecast for your local area. Bush and grass fires still occur in Autumn and Winter if conditions are conducive to the ignition and spread of fire. One ember can end it.

The statutory bushfire danger period for all local government ares in Northern Tablelands, ends at midnight on March 31.

Landowners in Tenterfield, Glen Innes, and Inverell Rural Fire Districts who undertake vegetation pile burns after 31 March each year, do not require a fire safety permit - however you still have an obligation to notify the RFS and your neighbours at least 24 hours before you commence burning.

Visit www.rfs.nsw.gov.au and click on the NOTIFY portal. Significant fines can apply for not complying with these conditions.

Don’t forget to check the weather forecast for your local area. Bush and grass fires still occur in Autumn and Winter if conditions are conducive to the ignition and spread of fire. One ember can end it.

Thank you to our supporters and friends at:
WHAT - What's Happening Around Tenterfield
Tenterfield Shire Council
Tenterfield Star
Fire and Rescue NSW 457 Tenterfield
Friends of Tenterfield Aerodrome
Inverell Shire Council
Inverell Times
NSW SES Inverell Unit
Inverell District and Surrounding Areas
Inverell Freebies
Tenterfield High School
Glen Innes Severn Council
Glen Innes Highlands
Glen Innes Examiner
Fire and Rescue NSW, Station 302 Glen Innes

26/03/2026

🔥 TOTAL FIRE BAN IN PLACE 27th March🔥

A Total Fire Ban has been declared for our area 27th March due to extreme fire danger conditions.

What this means:
❌ No lighting fires of any kind
❌ No BBQs that use solid fuel (wood, charcoal, heat beads)
❌ No grinding, welding, or activities that may cause sparks
❌ No using machinery that could start a fire in dry conditions
❌️ Discard ci******es, matches or other fire-starting material on the ground or out of a vehicle window

Gas and electric BBQs are ONLY permitted if:
✅️ They are well-maintained
✅️ Used in a cleared 2 metre area
✅️Have a water source nearby

With hot, dry, and windy conditions, fires can start quickly and spread fast. Today is not the day to take risks.

Please report any signs of fire immediately by calling 000

Check out the video below from the NSW RFS explaining the conditions and restrictions.

For further information visit the NSW RFS website: https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/fire-information/fdr-and-tobans

26/03/2026

TOTAL FIRE BAN 27th March 2026 – INVERELL, GLEN INNES & TENTERFIELD LGAs

Extreme Fire Danger Rating = Zero Tolerance for Fires

The NSW Rural Fire Service has declared a Total Fire Ban for the Inverell, Glen Innes and Tenterfield Local Government Areas (LGA) due to an Extreme Fire Danger Conditions — meaning fire conditions are highly dangerous and any fire could spread rapidly.

❌ What you cannot do
Under a Total Fire Ban you MUST NOT:
• Light, maintain or use any fire in the open air (this includes campfires, bonfires or open burn-offs)
• Carry out any activity that may start a fire — like welding, grinding, slashers, harvesters or machinery likely to spark
• Use wood or charcoal barbecues / pizza ovens (solid fuel)
• Discard ci******es, matches or other fire-starting material on the ground or out of vehicle windows

✅ What you can do
Use gas or electric barbecues only if:
• A responsible adult is present at all times
• Clear of combustible materials within 2 metres
• You have water or extinguisher immediately available nearby

Fines & penalties
Breaching a Total Fire Ban is taken very seriously:
• On-the-spot fine: ~$2,200 for lighting a fire
• Court penalties: Up to $5,500 and/or 12 months’ jail for starting a fire
• Discarding a cigarette during ban: fines can double
• If a fire escapes and causes damage, fines and penalties are much higher — up to $132,000 and/or years in prison depending on circumstances

Important
Total Fire Bans are in place to protect lives, property, animals and our beautiful environment. Please obey the ban, check your Bush Fire Survival Plan, and stay informed via the NSW RFS website if conditions change.

For more information on what you can and cannot do during a Total Fire Ban, visit https://shorturl.at/nKGsO

15/03/2026

Over the weekend, a crew of 5 members from our brigade, along with 2 members acting as Strike Team Leaders, attended the Regional Exercise (REX).

Across the weekend the crew took part in 12 different training scenarios, gaining valuable experience and strengthening their skills. These scenarios included MVA response, Village skills, Gas incidents, Electric Vehicles, Essential Energy, Innovation, Truck and Pump Maintenance, Practical Pumping, Urban Interface operations, a Team Challenge, and Nozzle Hydraulics.

The crew worked incredibly hard throughout the exercise and achieved some fantastic results across the weekend bringing home multiple awards.

Our crew have come home very tired but incredibly grateful for such an amazing weekend of learning, teamwork, and training. Exercises like these are a great opportunity to build skills, challenge ourselves, and strengthen our brigade’s capability.

Interested in volunteering with us?

Our station is open every Monday night from 6:30pm, and we are always happy to welcome new members. If you’ve ever thought about joining the brigade, come down, say hello, and see what we’re all about!

A huge thank you to everyone involved in organising and running such a fantastic weekend.

09/03/2026

Interested in volunteering for the NSW RFS?

Come down and say hi!
Our station is open every Monday night from 6:30 PM

Meet the team, see what we do, and find out how you can get involved.
We’d love to welcome you into our team!

08/03/2026

Proud of the amazing women of all ages in our brigade, making a difference every day. 💪

Happy International Women’s Day to all the incredible women volunteers in the Northern Tablelands District, past and present.

Thank you for your courage, dedication, and the sacrifices you make to protect and support our communities across the Northern Tablelands. Your commitment, strength, and willingness to serve make a real difference every day.

We are proud to stand alongside you and truly appreciate everything you do for your brigades and our District.

07/03/2026

In the 28 days of February, our members have responded to 25 incidents across our community.

From grass fires and motor vehicle accidents to fire alarms, the volunteers of the Inverell Brigade have been out the door at all hours of the day and night to help keep our community safe.

Every one of these callouts is attended by local volunteers — people with jobs, families, and commitments — who step away from what they're doing when the pager goes off.

But to keep doing this, we need more people.

If you've ever thought about joining the NSW Rural Fire Service, now is a great time. Full training is provided, and there are many roles within the brigade — not just firefighting.

If you'd like to give back to your community, learn new skills, and be part of a great team, we'd love to hear from you.

Send the page a message or come and have a chat with us about becoming a member.