Kyogle Headquarters Rural Fire Brigade

31/03/2026

We would like to give a friendly reminder that even though the bushfire danger period will end at midnight tonight (31st March) , you are still required to notify your intention to burn to the Rural Fire Service. Follow the link below or call 02 6626 6922.

This is not a new rule, but with more people moving into rural areas, it is important for everyone to follow the rules.
If your fire is reported to 000 and you've failed to notify the RFS, significant fines can be issued.

Notifying all adjoining neighbours (including those directly across a road or creek) at least 24 hours prior to lighting, is still a requirement, regardless of the time of year.

Volunteers do not want to attend if you do not require help, so we ask you to take a few minutes to notify your intention.

Notify 24/7 in just a few minutes.
www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/notify

Thanks Casino Rural Fire Brigade for letting us use your post 😜

13/02/2026

FLOOD RESCUE - FRIDAY 4.10am - KYOGLE

Following a number of flood rescues across the northern part of our region, we are again urging the community to heed this simple but critical message.

IF ITS FLOODED, FORGET IT !!!!

This morning Kyogle Flood Rescue members were activated after a vehicle was swept into floodwaters at Collins Creek. Thankfully, the occupant was able to self-extricate and cling to trees in the middle of the creek, quite some distance down the river.

SES crews conducted a successful boat rescue, and the person was treated for exposure and shock.

Floodwater is unpredictable, fast-moving, and far more powerful than it appears. It only takes a small amount of moving water to carry away a vehicle.

Our crews remain ready to respond — but the safest rescue is the one that never has to happen.

If it’s flooded, forget it.

29/11/2025

Over the past month, Kyogle HQ and Woodenbong Rural Fire Brigade have been training new members to join our two brigades.

Today, these 5 members have completed and passed their firefighter courses and are now equipped with the skills and confidence to join our experienced firefighters in responding to a wide range of emergencies in the community.

We are very happy to welcome 2 new members to Kyogle HQ and 3 new members to Woodenbong.

It’s always great to have new members volunteer their time to give back to the community.

27/10/2025

Updated: 5:40pm - Firefighters are gaining the upper hand on the fire and are holding it on the western side of Plumbago Creek. The fire has been now been downgraded to Advice. Those in the vicinity should continue to monitor conditions and stay up-to-date with the latest information.
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Watch & Act: Sugarbag Rd Fire, Drake (Tenterfield LGA) - Leave Now If Not Prepared - Bruxner Rd between 'The Sticks' and Bruxner Hwy

Firefighters are on scene of a bush fire burning in the vicinity of Sugarbag Rd, Drake, 50kms to the west of Casino. The fire is burning in a southeasterly direction towards Bruxner Rd. Those in the vicinity of Bruxner Rd between the locality know as 'The Sticks' and the Bruxner Hwy should Leave Now If Not Prepared in a southwest direction towards Tenterfield.

For more information, visit the Hazards Near Me app and the website: https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/fire-information/major-fire-updates/mfu?id=12264

26/10/2025

Total fire ban today, Monday 27 October 2025

A Total Fire Ban will be in place tomorrow, Monday, 27 October 2025 for the Far North Coast, North Coast, Northern Slopes and New England areas. Hot, dry and windy conditions are forecast across parts of the state, increasing the fire danger.

Know your fire risk and what you will do if fire threatens. Report all unattended fires to Triple Zero (000).

For more information on Total Fire Ban rules, visit the website: www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/fdr

01/10/2025

🚨🚨 Please remember to get your permits 🚨🚨

Please don’t light fires unless you have a permit and the conditions are right

🔥 Fire Permits Now Required 🔥

From midnight, 1 October, the Bush Fire Danger Period has commenced in our area.

This means:
✅ A fire permit is required before lighting any fire.
✅ You must notify your neighbours and the RFS before you burn.
✅ Permit conditions must be strictly followed at all times.

Permits are free and help ensure that burning can be done safely.

👉 Apply or learn more here: www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/fire-information/BFDP

Let’s all do our part to keep the community safe as the weather warms up.

29/09/2025

Firefighters from the , NPWS and Foresty Corp are currently working to contain several large fires burning in the Clarence Valley and Richmond Valley areas. The Hicks Rd Fire and Bennetts Rd Fire are burning in remote terrain, 40km southwest of Casino.

Crews supported by aircraft and heavy machinery are conducting backburning operations to strengthen containment lines, ahead of deteriorating conditions forecast for later in the week. While there is no threat to properties, smoke haze can be seen around the region.

The below image is a thermal linescan showing the current fire spread. These fires are burning within areas that were affected during the 2019/2020 season.

For more information, visit the Hazards Near Me app or the website: www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/fnm

27/09/2025

Kyogle show,
Members from HQ providing information on notifications and permits.

Please remember from the 1st October 2025 permits come into place.🚨🚨🚒🚒

17/08/2025

🔥🔥Call outs 🔥🔥
Today crews from Kyogle HQ were called to multiple grass fires, one along old dyraaba road and one along Ettrick road.
The old dyraaba fire was extinguished with assistance by crews from Wyrallah RFS Brigade, mummulgum brigade and wiangarree brigade.

The Ettrick road fire was contained and handed back to the property owner to watch and manage.
Thanks to Hangingrock brigade for the assistance.

17/06/2025

Members from kyogle HQ , Toonumbar, Wynneden, Wyrallah and Wiangaree joined Woodenbong members to complete their village firefighters course. We would like to thank Woodenbong Rural Fire Brigade for organising and delivering the training.

29/05/2025

🚩🚩Please remember to notify🚩🚩

When conducting a hazard reduction or burning off on your land, remember to notify all your neighbours 24 hours (at least) before you light, and notify the NSW RFS.

It's easy to do, too - just go to http://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/notify or if you're in the Lismore, Kyogle, or Richmond Valley LGAs you can phone 02 6626 6922. If you're in other areas you'll need to notify the RFS online or phone your local Fire Control Centre.

The sun's out and parts of the Northern Rivers are drying out, especially parts that get good sunshine all day.

When conducting a hazard reduction or burning off on your land, remember to notify all your neighbours 24 hours (at least) before you light, and notify the NSW RFS.

It's easy to do, too - just go to http://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/notify or if you're in the Lismore, Kyogle, or Richmond Valley LGAs you can phone 02 6626 6922. If you're in other areas you'll need to notify the RFS online or phone your local Fire Control Centre.

Photo credit: Kyogle HQ RFB

23/02/2025

At 1402 hrs Sunday 23 February
Kyogle HQ 1 & 7 responded to a single vehicle MVA on summerland way cedapoint.
Crews were back up by wyneden 7, Hanging Rock 1 and the captain from toonumbar brigade.

Onscene also were NSW police from Richmond Police District and NSW Ambulance.

Stay safe on the roads and drive carefully.