Kadina CFS Brigade

03/08/2026

Did you Hear? Kadina Country Fire Service are currently on the lookout for new Volunteers for the 2026/2027 fire season and beyond. Want to know more…. Read on.

About you…. you are 18 years of age or older and live in or around the Kadina township (within 6 to 8 minutes’ drive from CFS Station), able to attend training on Tuesday or Wednesday nights and respond to the station to attend incidents? If this is you… we would really love to hear from you!!
Being a CFS volunteer can involve some hard work, but the rewards are great.
Receive Nationally Accredited training and develop leadership and people management skills.
Learn new skills that help you in your professional and personal life.
Put something back into your community while meeting new friends and achieving new personal goals.
Firefighters and Ops Brigade members are trained to deal with all kinds of emergencies or incidents including but not limited to:
• Bush and grass fires
• Structural fires
• Motor vehicle crashes
• Hazardous materials and chemical spills
• Airfield aircraft handling/refuelling (water and retardant)
• Incident Management Team involvement
For more information:
Please call into the brigade on a Tuesday or Wednesday training night (between 6:30 & 7pm) or send us a Facebook message on the Kadina CFS page and stay on the lookout for the Kadina CFS Recruitment Information Night Facebook Event invite link.
Kadina CFS – Locals protecting our Community and Visitors to the Copper Coast and Beyond.

26/07/2026

📱 Reminder: The AusAlert National Test is Tomorrow.

Tomorrow at 1:30 pm ACST, the Australian Government will conduct the AusAlert national test.

This test is designed to help people recognise what an AusAlert message looks and sounds like, and to ensure the system is ready to be used during real emergencies.

What you can expect

📱 Compatible mobile devices across Australia may receive a Critical AusAlert message.

🔊 Your device may play the alert sound, vibrate and display the message on screen.

⚠️ The test is being sent as a Critical Alert, which cannot be turned off through your device settings.

Before 1:30 pm

✔️ Let family, friends and colleagues know the test is happening.
✔️ If you support older people, people with disability, children, or anyone who may be startled by the alert, take a few moments to explain what they can expect.
✔️ If you have meetings, presentations, classes or events scheduled around 1:30 pm, consider letting attendees know in advance that devices may briefly sound or vibrate.

During the test

✅ Read the message.
✅ There is no action required during today’s national test.
✅ Once you’ve read it, simply dismiss the notification and continue with your day.

The test is an important step in helping ensure Australians are familiar with AusAlert before it’s needed during a real emergency.

For more information, including compatible devices, accessibility information and frequently asked questions, visit www.ausalert.gov.au.

22/07/2026

Kadina Country Fire Service (CFS) Needs You!
Are you ready to gear up to help protect your community? Do you know someone else who would? Friend, spouse or family member..
Kadina CFS and Operational Support Brigades are recruiting for the 2026/2027 fire season and beyond!
Kadina CFS is looking for like-minded community members aged 18+ who would like to become Firefighters and/or Operational Brigade/Support Members
Still interested, have a look at the FAQs below and stay on the lookout for the Kadina CFS Recruitment Information Night Event invite.
Remember… Kadina CFS – Locals protecting our Community and Visitors to the Copper Coast and Beyond.
FAQs
Q. Do I need a physical fitness test before I apply?
A. No. For our firefighters, all we ask is an average level of fitness for your age, and an awareness that some jobs can be a physically demanding, though for all other CFS roles, an ability to do the role is all you need.
Q. Do I need to take time of work?
A. No. Our Brigade trains every Tuesday night between 7.00 and 9.30pm. In terms of incidents, we only ask that you respond to incidents when you are able. If you are in a job that allows flexibility to attend, then that's a bonus!
Q. Does being a CFS member cost anything?
A. No, CFS will kit you out with firefighting PPE, and all equipment you will need. If you need to attend training, CFS will also reimburse you for vehicle use and fuel if a CFS vehicle wasn’t available.
Q. When will I start attending fires and incidents?
A. For your first 6-8 weeks of training, you are not required to attend callouts as a firefighter, though you are welcome to attend the station and assist with radio communications and operations support. Once you have completed your initial weekend Basic Firefighter course, you are eligible to attend callouts with the rest of our awesome volunteers.
Q. Can women be CFS firefighters?
A. Yes, like all CFS Brigades, Kadina CFS have female firefighters and operations staff. We encourage anyone that is willing to train with us and assist with incidents to join us. Some jobs can be physically demanding though, however you are never alone and always working as part of a team, so we don't expect any of our members to give more than they are capable of.
Q. How old do I need to be?
A. 18+. Kadina CFS currently have firefighters and support staff ranging from 21 to 60+. As long as you feel you can contribute we want you, regardless of age.
Q. How often do you get call outs?
A. Call outs vary based on time of year, though 10 or 15 a month is a rough measure. Remember though, we do not require that you attend all incidents.
Got questions?
Feel free to ask them in the comments below or send us a message. Please share this post with any friends or groups you think would be interested!

13/07/2026

06/07/2026

Kadina Country Fire Service (CFS) Needs You!
We welcome you to help us build on our Kadina CFS firefighting Team for the upcoming 2026/2027 Fire Season and beyond!
This week we kick off our recruitment campaign and over the coming weeks you’ll be seeing a lot more information on our fb site, leading up to our Kadina CFS Recruitment Information Night; in the next few months (Aug/Sep).
Who in our Community are we looking for:
*People aged 18+ who would like to become Firefighters and/or Operational Brigade/Support Members
*Live within 6 to 8 minute’s drive of our Kadina CFS station, and
*Have the ability to respond to incidents during mornings, day or evenings
Whether you’re a retiree, a stay-at-home parent, an ex-military member or just someone who wants to help without the high-risk side of things — there’s a place for you in our brigades (No firefighting required for support roles – plenty of other ways you can help!)
This could be the perfect time for you to get involved in something meaningful, exciting, and community minded. If you’ve got a calm head, a steady hand, and a heart to serve — you’re exactly who we need.
Why Join Kadina CFS?
• Serve your community in times of need
• Learn incredible skills – from fireground operations to storm response, and road crash rescues
• Make lifelong friendships and more
• Stay active and involved
• No experience needed – free full training provided
• Opportunities for both firefighters and operational brigade roles
Training nights: Tuesdays from 7:00pm (Firefighters) and Wednesday nights (Operational Brigade Members)
All welcome to come down and see what we’re about!
An information night will be held in August/Sep – date and time to be announced with a fb Event invite.
If you’ve ever thought about getting involved with the CFS – now’s your moment. Join with a friend, spouse or family member..
Message us, comment below, or pop down on a Tuesday or Wednesday night – we’d love to meet you.
Kadina CFS – Locals protecting our Community and Visitors to the Copper Coast and Beyond.

01/04/2026

Kadina CFS Brigade has just completed our aviation training for our new Brigade Mobile Response Blackhawk Aircraft. Once the new Helo Pad is completed next door, the aircraft will be relocated as a permanent feature of the Kadina CFS.

29/01/2026

Where will you go if a fire is near by?

Make sure your bushfire action plan is ready to go.

TOTAL FIRE BANS have been declared for Friday 30 January 2026 in the following Fire Ban Districts:

West Coast - Extreme
Eastern Eyre Peninsula - Extreme
Yorke Peninsula - Extreme

Where Total Fire Bans have been declared, very hazardous fire weather conditions are predicted.

The Total Fire Ban will apply for 24 hours from midnight tonight to midnight tomorrow.

The CFS recommends that you implement your Bushfire Survival Plan.

Fire Danger Ratings
Where fire ban districts have a forecast fire danger rating of Extreme, only well prepared, well constructed and actively defended houses are likely to offer safety during a fire.

What should you do
If you don't have a plan to ensure your survival, leaving early before a fire starts is your safest option.

In making your plan, you should be aware that in high fire danger conditions, essential services including mains-fed electricity and water supply may not be available due to the prevailing weather conditions.

Landowners are asked to adhere to local harvest codes of practice which are available from your local council. Landowners are also asked to ensure that any burn-off activities conducted today are fully extinguished before midnight tonight.

Agencies are advised to activate their Total Fire Ban procedures in preparation for these predicted fire weather conditions

Stay informed
CFS website cfs.sa.gov.au
Information Hotline 1800 362 361
For hearing or speech impaired users, phone 1300 555 727 then ask for 1800 362 361
For teletype service TTY 133 677 then ask for 1800 362 361
CFS on Facebook or X
Alert SA Mobile App
On local ABC radio, FIVEaa, or one of our other Emergency Broadcast Partners

For emergencies call Triple Zero (000).

26/01/2026

TOTAL FIRE BAN 🚫 Wednesday 28th January
📍Murraylands
📍Mount Lofty Ranges

🔥 An Extreme fire danger rating has been declared for the above areas. This means NO fires in the open air.

ℹ️ www.cfs.sa.gov.au/warnings-restrictions/restrictions/total-fire-bans-ratings/
​​​​​​​👉 Check warnings for your location at ABC Emergency: ab.co/SA_ABC

23/01/2026

Stay safe and informed this long weekend 🇦🇺

Are you travelling this long weekend 🚗?

Download the Alert SA app and set up your Watch Zones, so you can stay safe no matter where you are across our state.