SES Marong Unit

12/01/2026

Hi all,

A quick update on destinations for donations of all kinds.

Support offers can be agricultural services, paddocks for stock, fodder, housing (short and long), food, water, labour, cleanup services & anything else you believe is needed etc and would like to offer goods and services can be given the email address [email protected]

The op shops in Castlemaine have thrown their doors open for affected residents to collect anything they need. You can either contact the op shops directly, or email [email protected] & we believe they will direct you from there. Please ensure clothing is sorted, bagged & labelled according to size, gender & season to expedite the sorting process.

Community members wishing to volunteer their time can also contact the Volunteer Resource Centre at Bendigo - see the screen shot below fo details.

Peggy’s Cafe in King St are also collecting items such as toiletries and gift cards fo distribution.

Thank you for your ongoing support!

10/01/2026

Members of the community who are looking for up to date information on the fires can tune into Phoenix FM who will be broadcasting the ABC Emergency information until at least 5pm tonight (10/1/26) due to the ABC tower at Mt Alexander being damaged.

Tune into Pheonix FM at 106.7FM

09/01/2026

There is currently an out of control fire burning at Fogarty’s Gap Rd, Harcourt. An emergency warning has been issued for residents south of this area - it is too late to leave.

A wind change is expected to hit at approximately 6pm which is expected to push the fire north again.

Residents are reminded to download and monitor the situation via the VicEmergency app and leave early; major roads are already starting to close. Check VicTraffic for road closures.

The situation is changing rapidly - CFA may not be able to reach you.

07/01/2026

If you live in or near a fire-prone area, today is a good day to pause and think about your fire plan.
On days like these, the safest choice is to leave early—before the fire even starts.
If you live in a fire prone area make plans to be somewhere else: visit friends or family in a safer area.
If you do leave, remember to take:
Important documents (ID, insurance, passports)
Medications and prescriptions
Phone chargers and essential items
Pets and their supplies 🐾
Leaving early helps reduce risk for you and for emergency services. Stay informed, stay prepared, and look out for one another. ❤️

A Catastrophic Fire Danger Rating has been currently forecast for Friday 9 January 2026 in the Northern Country, North Central and Wimmera districts. A Catastrophic rating signals the worst possible conditions for grass and bushfires. For your survival, leave bushfire risk areas - if a fire starts and takes hold, lives are likely to be lost.

An Extreme Fire Danger Rating has also been forecast for the remainder of the state. Take action now to protect your life and property.

Stay up to date with warnings and incidents via VicEmergency: www.emergency.vic.gov.au

Fire Danger Ratings are forecast using Bureau of Meteorology data up to four days in advance, but can change on the day. Therefore, it is important to check the Fire Danger Rating for your area every day and know which rating is your trigger to act.

30/12/2025

Santa’s Delivery Reminder! 🌬️🎅
If Santa dropped off trampolines, outdoor toys, or other loose items in your yard, now’s a great time to make sure they’re secured. With the job our crew attended today, it seems like a timely reminder for anchoring or storing loose items to help prevent damage to property and keep everyone safe.
Let’s all do our part to keep the neighborhood safe and tidy—thanks for checking your yard!

08/12/2025

A timely reminder that we are in a busy period. We all need to slow down, take our rest breaks and avoid driving dangerously. Marong SES wishes you a safe and merry Christmas but we don't want to see you at a crash.

16/11/2025

The marong sesneedvthe help of the public.
We are seeking donations of unwanted vehicles in any condition. We require these vehicles so we can undertake essential road rescue training.
In Marong we respond to many different road crashes and we need to proficient in an emergency situations. With your help we can continue to service the community.
If you are willing to donate please text 0488 359 252

Thank you

22/10/2025

⚠️ Wild Weather Update – Stay Safe, Marong & Beyond ⚠️

It’s another busy day for our VICSES volunteers as strong winds and heavy rain continue across the region. 🌧️💨

If you’ve called for help, please be patient — our small team of local volunteers is working through requests for assistance as quickly and safely as possible. Every job is triaged based on risk and urgency, so we thank you for your understanding while we get to you.

Here are a few important reminders:

✅ If driving conditions are dangerous, pull over safely away from trees, drains, low-lying areas and floodwater. Avoid travel if you can.
✅ Stay safe around your home — secure outdoor items like umbrellas, outdoor furniture and trampolines, and move vehicles under cover or away from trees.
✅ Stay indoors and away from windows during strong winds.
✅ If outdoors, move to safety immediately and stay clear of trees, drains, creeks, and powerlines. Always assume fallen lines are live.
✅ Be aware that saturated ground and recent fire or storm damage can make trees unstable and more likely to fall.
✅ Avoid floodwater — it’s often deeper, faster, and more dangerous than it looks.

If you must travel today:
🚗 Leave early and drive cautiously.
🚗 Slow down and give yourself extra space on the road.
🚗 Use your headlights for visibility.
🚗 Watch for debris and fallen branches.
🚗 Pull over safely if winds become too strong.

For the latest warnings and updates:
📲 VicEmergency app or website
🌐 Bureau of Meteorology (bom.gov.au)

Stay safe, check on your neighbours, and give our crews a friendly wave if you see them out there in the weather. 💛🦺

21/09/2025

If you're around the Marong area pop around to the SES and CFA buildings this morning for a free sausage and to watch some demonstrations of what we do.

By the end of the day this car will be in pieces, here's your chance to watch it happen!
Victoria State Emergency Service
Marong CFA work as one

21/09/2025

We are in full swing at the community day in marong. Come done and say hello. Something for everybody. Hot food

07/09/2025

Come and join Marong CFA and Marong SES for a community day.
Looking forward to seeing everyone on Sunday the 21st of September in Marong. Everyone is welcome.

01/06/2025

Good evening.
At Marong SES we are a road crash rescue provider for the area, so when it all goes wrong, we will come to assist.
in order for us to be proficient out on the road we need to practice our skills. Marong SES is 100% volunteer.

We are seeking donations of vehicles, doesn't matter the condition that they are in.
If you can help us keep the community safe, we will be very grateful.
Please reach out to James on 0488359252 via text with your details if you are willing to donate.

Thank you
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