NSW SES Murwillumbah Unit

NSW SES Murwillumbah Unit New South Wales State Emergency Service Murwillumbah Unit It is made up almost entirely of volunteers, with 229 units located throughout the state.

The NSW State Emergency Service (SES) is an emergency, preparedness and response service dedicated to assisting the community of NSW. The units comprise of approximately 10,000 volunteer members, who are easily identified by their distinctive orange overalls. While our core responsibilities are for flood, storm and tsunami operations, the NSW SES also provides support to general rescue efforts in

the State. This includes Road Crash Rescue (RCR), Vertical Rescue (VR), Urban Search and Rescue (USAR), evidence searches (both metropolitan and rural) and other forms of specialist rescue that may be required due to local threats. Volunteers in a number of isolated communities have also been trained as Community First Responders by the Ambulance Service of New South Wales. The Service's trained rescuers also support the full-time emergency services during major disasters. The NSW SES assists other emergency services when they are performing major operations. These services include the NSW Police Force, the NSW Rural Fire Service, Fire and Rescue NSW and the Ambulance Service of NSW. The NSW SES also partners with local communities through Community Engagement programs like FloodSafe, StormSafe and TsunamiSafe. These programs are supported by strategies and resources, are delivered locally through a range of activities and events and are a priority for the NSW SES. The aim is to engage at-risk communities on preparedness, response and recovery measures so that there is no loss of life and impacts caused by these events are minimised. This in turn builds community resilience to floods, storms and tsunami. For further information visit the NSW SES website at http://www.ses.nsw.gov.au/

What a fantastic day at the Tweed Shire Council Murwillumbah Depot Open Day!The NSW SES Murwillumbah Unit was proud to b...
21/08/2026

What a fantastic day at the Tweed Shire Council Murwillumbah Depot Open Day!

The NSW SES Murwillumbah Unit was proud to be there, cooking up more than 200 sausages and, even better, getting the chance to meet so many wonderful members of our community.

We’d like to congratulate Tweed Shire Council on their beautiful new depot and facilities. It was great to see the purpose built facility designed to support the Council staff, equipment and essential services, and see the facilities for ourselves during our special tour at the end of the day.

We also loved the opportunity to catch up with old friends and make plenty of new ones. Events like this are a great way to connect with our community, chat about emergency preparedness and share the important work we do to help keep our community safe and resilient.

A special thank you to Murwillumbah CORE Inc. for the use of their Hub Grub Van for the day. It was a fantastic help and made cooking up over 200 sausages for the community a whole lot easier!

And we can't forget a big thank you to IGA Tweed Valley for supplying the sausages and keeping the community well fed.

A big thank you to everyone who stopped by for a chat, a sausage or a friendly hello. It was wonderful to see so many familiar faces and meet so many new friends.

Did you stop by and say hello to the SES team? We hope to see you again at the next community event!

🧡ORDINARY PEOPLE DOING EXTRAORDINARY THINGSFlood Rescue volunteers play a critical role in helping communities stay safe...
21/08/2026

🧡ORDINARY PEOPLE DOING EXTRAORDINARY THINGS
Flood Rescue volunteers play a critical role in helping communities stay safe during floods and severe weather events. From assisting people trapped by rising water to supporting emergency response operations, Flood Rescue teams provide a specialist capability that can make a real difference when communities need it most.
To continue responding to future emergencies, we're looking for more people to join our Flood Rescue teams.
You don't need previous emergency services experience. We provide cost free training and support to help you develop valuable skills in flood rescue, boating, teamwork and emergency response.
Whether you're looking for a new challenge, practical skills, lifelong friendships, or a meaningful way to give back, there's a place for you in at the NSW SES.
🚤 Gain specialist rescue and boating skills.
🤝 Join a supportive and capable team.
💙 Help protect your community when it matters most.
Could Flood Rescue be for you? Register your interest today and discover how! https://ow.ly/iKIi50ZC7UU

21/08/2026

What inspires someone to join the NSW SES? 💛 Hear one volunteer's story and discover what inspired them to take the first step. 👉 Ready to make a difference? Register your interest today. https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/0Qh6Y6eZEb

What a fabulous weekend for our Murwillumbah SES members, joining other units at Wellington Caves for the Wellington Wom...
19/08/2026

What a fabulous weekend for our Murwillumbah SES members, joining other units at Wellington Caves for the Wellington Wombats rescue training weekend! 🧡

A brilliant opportunity to get out in the field and practise rescue skills in some very different terrain — working with ropes, challenging environments and scenarios that put teamwork and problem-solving to the test.

There’s nothing quite like training alongside members from other units, sharing knowledge, learning from each other and getting plenty of hands-on practice.

And what a spectacular place to do it — from the caves and rocky terrain to an absolutely incredible night sky. 🌌

A huge thank you to everyone involved in organising and running the weekend, and to all the units who trained alongside us.

Great training, great people and a fantastic weekend. 🧡

We are continuing to see progress at our new site. Photos taken Sunday the 16th of August.
16/08/2026

We are continuing to see progress at our new site.
Photos taken Sunday the 16th of August.

This weekend sees two of our members away at Wellington Wombats 2026!Wellington Wombats continues to provide members wit...
15/08/2026

This weekend sees two of our members away at Wellington Wombats 2026!

Wellington Wombats continues to provide members with opportunities to build confidence, maintain operational currency, and learn from experienced facilitators and fellow rescue operators.

Some positive signs despite all the miserable weather we have experienced since the commencement of our new Unit.
23/07/2026

Some positive signs despite all the miserable weather we have experienced since the commencement of our new Unit.

What a fantastic Saturday afternoon at Tumbulgum!Murwillumbah SES was proud to be part of the official reopening of the ...
30/05/2026

What a fantastic Saturday afternoon at Tumbulgum!

Murwillumbah SES was proud to be part of the official reopening of the beautifully renovated Tumbulgum Hall, and what a stunning afternoon it was. The weather was perfect, the community turned out in great numbers, and there was a wonderful atmosphere throughout the event.

Our members enjoyed meeting locals, chatting with families, showing off some of our equipment, and giving the kids the opportunity to climb into the trucks and learn a little more about what SES volunteers do. As always, the vehicles proved very popular with the younger visitors!

A big thank you to Phil, Mundy and Sarah for giving up their Saturday to represent the Unit and support the community. Whether the weather is throwing storms, floods and wild conditions at us, or we’re enjoying a beautiful sunny day at a community event, our volunteers are always willing to give their time and have a blast doing it.

Community events like this are a great reminder that SES is not just there during emergencies – we’re part of the communities we serve every day.

Congratulations to everyone involved in the renovation and reopening of Tumbulgum Hall. The finished result looks absolutely fantastic and will no doubt be a valuable community asset for many years to come.

🧡💛 Thanks for having us, Tumbulgum. We had a great day! 💛🧡

⛈️Thunderstorms are forecast across the region today and into this evening. We can expect to see heavy rainfall leading ...
27/05/2026

⛈️Thunderstorms are forecast across the region today and into this evening. We can expect to see heavy rainfall leading to flash flooding. Damaging winds and large hail may also occur.

🚗Please drive to conditions and keep off the roads if you can.

🚫Steer clear of flood waters. If you come across a flooded road, turn around and find an alternative route.

📲Download Hazards Near Me or visit the NSW SES website to stay up to date with warnings and information.

📞 If you require assistance in floods and storms, call the NSW SES on 132 500. In life-threatening situations, call Triple Zero (000).

Issued at 9:45am AEST on Thursday 28 May 2026

🌧️ Wet weather is forecast for this week. Here at the NSW SES we are monitoring the conditions and making plans. Here ar...
26/05/2026

🌧️ Wet weather is forecast for this week. Here at the NSW SES we are monitoring the conditions and making plans.

Here are some things you could do:
📲 Download Hazards Near Me to stay informed.
📻 Listen to your local radio stations for weather updates.
🏡Prepare your home and garden for potential storms.
🚗 Check road conditions before you drive.
🧑‍🤝‍🧑Check on your neighbours to see if they need any assistance.

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