Middleton Volunteer Fire Brigade

07/02/2026

Middleton on the Green 2026 did not disappoint. Our volunteer brigade was flat‑out all day - sausages sizzling, raffle tickets flying, kids unleashing the hose, bushfire safety chats in full swing, and plenty of hands-on CPR/AED action! Huge thanks to everyone who stopped in and brought the vibe. Community spirit like this keeps us fired up! 🫶🏼👩‍🚒👨‍🚒🔥🚒

05/02/2026

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We'd like to thank the Tasmanian community for their support during the Total Fire Ban in southern Tasmania yesterday.

Community cooperation played an important role in reducing the risk of fires during a period of heightened fire danger.

🔥 During the Total Fire Ban, 23 fires were reported statewide, but were quickly contained with the support of firefighting aircraft and ground crews.

The Bureau of Meteorology has forecast elevated fire danger weather for the remainder of the week, and as a result, we’ve declared a statewide suspension in the issuing of fire permits from 2am yesterday (4 February), until 2am Saturday, 7 February 2026.

❌ No fire permits will be issued for burns during that period of suspension.

❌ Any fire permits already issued for fires during this period are cancelled, as conditions will be unsafe for burning.

🔥💦 If you have burned in the past week, check that your fire is fully extinguished. Soak it, stir it, soak it again.

👎 Given the likely conditions across much of the state, burns that are under one cubic metre, which do not require a permit, are strongly discouraged.

We're prepared to respond to fires across the landscape, and we encourage every Tasmanian to review their bushfire plan.

📝 If you don’t have a plan, visit fire.tas.gov.au to prepare one to keep you and your loved ones safe.

🔥If you see smoke, flames, or anything that looks like a fire re-igniting, please don’t assume someone else has reported it.

☎️ Call Triple Zero (000) immediately.

03/02/2026

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After a review of current and forecast conditions, Tasmania Fire Service has declared statewide suspension of the issuing of fire permits from now until 2am, Saturday 7 February.

This decision has been made to keep the Tasmanian community safe.

A Total Fire Ban is also in place for Southern Region from 2am, today (Wednesday 4 February) until 2am, Thursday 5 February.

During the total fire ban period:
❌ No fires are permitted in the open, including:
❌ incinerators
❌ burn-offs
❌ campfires and fire pots
❌ wood-fuelled barbecues

You can find out more about the rules during a Total Fire Ban at: fire.tas.gov.au/about/rules-during-fire-permit-periods-and-total-fire-bans

🔥 Fire Permit Suspension
❌ No new fire permits will be issued
❌ Any fire permits already issued for this period are cancelled, as conditions will be unsafe for burning.

🔥Had a fire recently? Check it now and make sure it is fully extinguished – soak it, stir it, soak it again.

🏠 If you live in a bushfire-prone area:
📑 Review your Bushfire Plan now
📱 Stay informed at TasALERT or ABC Radio
🔥 See smoke or fire?
📞 Report it immediately to Triple Zero (000).

Keep up-to-date with:
🔴 bushfire.tas.gov.au - for the fire danger rating in your area.
🔴 bom.gov.au/tas/warnings – for the latest weather forecast and warnings.
🔴 tasalert.com – for current warnings and advice.
🔴 police.tas.gov.au/community-alerts – for road closures.

03/02/2026

👇

A Total Fire Ban has been declared for Southern Region from 2am, Wednesday 4 February until 2am, Thursday 5 February.

A suspension in the issuing of fire permits is in place in the Northern Region from 2am, Wednesday 4 February to 2am, Saturday 7 February.

During the total fire ban period:
❌ No fires are permitted in the open, including:
❌ incinerators
❌ burn-offs
❌ campfires and fire pots
❌ wood-fuelled barbecues

❗Restrictions apply to:
🔴 Welding, grinding, charring, soldering or gas cutting outdoor must comply with the Tasmania Fire Service Hot Work Guideline
🔴 Harvesting, slashing or other outdoor machinery must comply with the Tasmania Fire Service Machinery Operations Guideline.
🔴 Forestry Operations must comply with the Tasmania Fire Service Forest Operations Guideline
🔴 Commercial outdoor cooking or catering activities must comply with the Tasmania Fire Service Outdoor Oven Guideline

You can find out more about the rules during a Total Fire Ban at: fire.tas.gov.au/about/rules-during-fire-permit-periods-and-total-fire-bans

🔥 Fire Permit Suspension
❌ No new fire permits will be issued
❌ Any fire permits already issued for this period are cancelled, as conditions will be unsafe for burning.

🔥Had a fire recently?
Check it now and make sure it is fully extinguished – soak it, stir it, soak it again.

🏠 If you live in a bushfire-prone area:
📑 Review your Bushfire Plan now
📱 Stay informed at TasALERT or ABC Radio

🔥 See smoke or fire?
📞 Report it immediately to Triple Zero (000).

Keep up-to-date with:
🔴 bushfire.tas.gov.au - for the fire danger rating in your area.
🔴 bom.gov.au/tas/warnings – for the latest weather forecast and warnings.
🔴 tasalert.com – for current warnings and advice.
🔴 police.tas.gov.au/community-alerts – for road closures.

09/01/2026

👇 Total Fire Ban today 🚫🔥

08/01/2026

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Tasmania Fire Service has suspended the issuing of fire permits statewide as we prepare for high fire danger across the state this weekend.

From 2am today (Friday, 9 January) until 2am Monday 12 January:

‼️ No fire permits will be issued for burns during the period.
❌ Any fire permits already issued for fires during this period are cancelled as conditions will be unsafe for burning.
🔥 If you have burned in the last week, check your fire is fully extinguished.
🔥 Burns under 1 cubic metre which do not require a permit are strongly discouraged.
🔥 Anyone having a campfire and/or wood fire barbecue is urged to never leave it unattended.
‼️ Anyone operating equipment is urged to be vigilant to avoid any activity that may cause accidental ignition of vegetation during this suspension.

📲🚒 If you need emergency assistance, or you see fire or smoke in the landscape, call Triple Zero (000) immediately.

ℹ️ To check the Fire Danger Rating in your area, visit https://www.fire.tas.gov.au/fire-danger-rating/summary/
ℹ️ For bushfire warnings and alerts, visit TasAlert.com

23/12/2025

The big guy’s here- first stop done!

22/12/2025

🍬🎅 Countdown on! Santa + fire truck + lollies = tomorrow (Tuesday 23/12) — and Verona Sands is now on the route! 🚒

15/12/2025

Fire permits come into effect from 2 AM Tuesday 16th December 2025. See post below for more details.

The Fire Permit Period for all of Tasmania will start tomorrow (Tuesday, 16 December 2025) – this means from 2am Fire Permits will be required across the state until the end of the 2025-26 bushfire season 🔥📃

If you have a property and you wish to conduct a burn (larger than 1 cubic metre in size) on your property, you will need to apply for a free Fire Permit by submitting an application online at fire.tas.gov.au or calling the Tasmania Fire Service on 1800 000 699

📲 During a Fire Permit Period:

📑 People intending to light a fire for burning vegetation or for a similar purpose must obtain a permit.

📑 People intending to light a fire at a sawmill or factory for burning wood waste or other flammable material must obtain a permit.

📑 People intending to light a fire for cooking, warmth or disposal of garden waste do not require a permit provided that:
❌ The fire is not lit in peat, humus or marram grass.
❌ The fire is attended by a responsible adult at all times until it is extinguished.
❌ All flammable material is removed for at least three metres radius from the fire.
❌ It is less than one cubic metre in size.

12/12/2025

‼️ High Fire Danger Ratings are forecast across much of Tasmania this Sunday.

🧑‍🚒 We are urging all community members to be prepared, and to take steps now to reduce your bushfire risk.

💦 Make sure any fires lit in recent days or weeks, including fire pits and other outdoor fires, are fully extinguished. Soak it. Stir it. Soak it again.

🚫 Do not light any fires.

🚒 TFS is prepared, but you have a role to play in keeping yourself and your neighbours safe.

🏡 Check your bushfire plan and prepare your property.

🔥 If you do see any signs of fire re-igniting such as smoke and flames, call Triple Zero (000).

📲 Keep up to date with warnings and information on the TasALERT app or at TasALERT.com, or by listening to ABC Local Radio.

For more information on how to prepare for bushfires, visit https://bushfire.tas.gov.au/

03/12/2025

🎅🚒🍭 Guess who’s swapping sleigh bells for sirens?
Santa’s rolling through town on Tuesday 23rd December 2025 from 5pm for the annual Lolly Run! 🎄✨

Check the poster for his route — you don’t want to miss the sugar rush. 🍬

This festive ride is proudly co-sponsored by the South Channel Ratepayers and Residents Association — keeping the sleigh wheels turning and the lollies flowing! 🌟

02/12/2025

🚒💙 Enhancing Safety for Our Brigade & Community 💙🚒

Tonight, the Middleton Volunteer Fire Brigade proudly placed our brand-new ZOLL AED Plus defibrillator into service on our Middleton 3.1 fire truck.

This life-saving device will not only enhance crew safety on the fireground but also ensure we’re ready to respond to cardiac emergencies within our community.

We extend a heartfelt thank you to Tassal - Our Community for their generous funding through the Community Sponsorship program, and to DefibrillatorsTasmania for supplying this vital piece of equipment.

Together, we’re making our community stronger, safer, and more resilient. 🙌