Orchard Hills Rural Fire Brigade

04/09/2026

Over the past few days, units from across Western Sydney have responded to numerous escaped burns.

A Total Fire Ban will be in place tomorrow, Saturday 5th September 2026. During a Total Fire Ban you cannot light, maintain or use a fire in the open, or to carry out any activity in the open that causes, or is likely to cause, a fire.

With elevated fire conditions forecast, landholders are urged to closely monitor any recent burns and ensure they are fully extinguished.

Report unattended fires immediately to Triple Zero (000).

For more information on Total Fire Bans vist: https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/fire-information/fdr-and-tobans/total-fire-ban-rules

30/08/2026

Have you seen any of these signs?

Orchard Hills & Llandilo Rural Fire Brigade is gearing up for a big day coming up soon!!

19th September 11:00am - 6:00pm

Join us for our Station Open Day full of kids activities and a free BBQ.

This is a great opportunity to explore the station, see our fire trucks and learn how to prepare your home and family for the bush fire season.

This year, we're excited to be joined by NSW RFS - Llandilo Brigade making it an even bigger event with more displays, activities for all ages.

Bring your family, invite your friends, and come along for a fantastic day.

22/08/2026

Today, alongside other crews from NSW Rural Fire Service - Cumberland/Macarthur District we attended a structure fire in Cecil Park.

Upon arrival, crews found a shipping container well alight containing Christmas decorations.

Crews worked for a number of hours to contain and extinguish the fire.

21/08/2026

Orchard Hills Rural Fire Brigade & NSW RFS - Llandilo Brigade is gearing up for a big day coming up soon!!

19th September 11:00am - 6:00pm

Join us for our Station Open Day full of kids activities. This is a great opportunity to explore the station, see our fire trucks and learn how to prepare your home and family for the bush fire season.

This year, we're excited to be joined by NSW RFS - Llandilo Brigade, making it an even bigger event with more displays, activities for all ages.

Bring your family, invite your friends, and come along for a fantastic day.

Orchard Hills and Llandilo Rural Fire Brigades are joining together to hold a combined Get Ready Weekend for Orchard Hills, Llandilo, and the wider Penrith community.

16/08/2026

Orchard Hills & Llandilo Rural Fire Brigade is gearing up for a big day coming up soon!!
19th September 11:00am - 6:00pm
Join us for our Station Open Day full of kids activities. This is a great opportunity to explore the station, see our fire trucks and learn how to prepare your home and family for the bush fire season.
This year, we're excited to be joined by NSW RFS - Llandilo Brigade, making it an even bigger event with more displays, activities for all ages.
Bring your family, invite your friends, and come along for a fantastic day.

02/08/2026

Orchard Hills & Llandilo Rural Fire Brigade is gearing up for a big day coming up soon!!

19th September 11:00am - 6:00pm

Join us for our Station Open Day full of kids activities. This is a great opportunity to explore the station, see our fire trucks and learn how to prepare your home and family for the bush fire season.

This year, we're excited to be joined by NSW RFS - Llandilo Brigade, making it an even bigger event with more displays, activities for all ages.

Bring your family, invite your friends, and come along for a fantastic day.

26/06/2026

Need lunch today?
Come down to Bunnings Jamisontown and grab a delicious sausage sizzle!

Sausage Sandwich $3.50
Drinks $2.00

08/05/2026

Orchard Hills Rural Fire Brigade recently responded to a ride-on lawn mower that caught fire while slashing long grass. The fire spread from the mower and started a small grass fire.

While we are not currently in the Bush Fire Danger Period and today’s Fire Danger Rating is Moderate, this incident is a timely reminder that fires can still start from machinery, especially when working in long or dry grass.

Hot exhausts, engine heat, sparks, and grass build-up around moving parts can all ignite vegetation.

Before mowing or slashing long grass:

✅ Check your mower or slasher is well maintained
✅ Clear grass and debris from around the engine, exhaust, belts, and moving parts
✅ Stop regularly to check for grass build-up or overheating
✅ Avoid working in the hottest or windiest part of the day
✅ Keep a water source or fire extinguisher nearby
✅ Have a mobile phone with you in case you need to call Triple Zero

Even in moderate conditions, a small fire can spread quickly through dry grass.

If a fire starts, call Triple Zero (000) immediately.

24/04/2026

Today, on ANZAC Day, we remember all those who have served and sacrificed for our country.

They shall grow not old,
As we that are left grow old;
Age shall not weary them,
Nor the years condemn.
At the going down of the sun
And in the morning
We will remember them.
Lest we forget.

23/04/2026

This Youth Week 2026, Orchard Hills Rural Fire Brigade is proud to recognise the incredible contribution of our young members aged 12–24.

From our Junior's Program through to active firefighting roles, young people are a vital part of our brigade.

Our Juniors develop skills, confidence and leadership, helping shape the next generation of firefighters. We are incredibly proud of their achievements, including being current State and National Championship winners.

Across the brigade, it is not uncommon for our trucks to respond with 16–24-year-olds filling most of the seats, with some already taking on important roles such as Driver, Breathing Apparatus Operator and Crew Leader.

The future of our brigade is strong because of the commitment, capability and passion of our young members.

If you are aged between 12 and 24 and would like to be part of Orchard Hills Rural Fire Brigade, we would love to hear from you.