Jerrong/Paling Yards Rural Fire Brigade

09/04/2026

⚠️ The Fire Danger Rating in the Bathurst, Lithgow and Oberon LGAs tomorrow (Friday the 10th of April, 2026) is HIGH.

Without the requirement for permits in the Chifley Lithgow District, and no TOTAL FIRE BAN declared, we urge residents to monitor conditions closely if continuing their burns, and encourage those thinking of new ignitions to postpone until easing conditions over the weekend.

Tomorrow may see some areas experience EXTREME fire behaviour for isolated periods.

📲 Stay up to date with the latest fire information on the HazardsNearMeNSW app or on the NSW Rural Fire Service website.

01/04/2026

Good news — the Bush Fire Danger Period has wrapped up in Bathurst, Lithgow and Oberon Areas.

But before you go firing up the backyard like you’re auditioning for “Australia’s Next Top Bonfire”… 🌪️🔥

A friendly reminder:
You now must notify the NSW RFS and your neighbours 24 hours before lighting any burn. However, if you are in an FRNSW area, you will still need a permit.

It’s quick, easy, and stops your peaceful cleanup from turning into a surprise visit from half the district’s fire trucks.

👉 Submit your burn notification here: www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/notify

Because nothing says “community spirit” like keeping everyone informed before you light things on fire. 😉

for more information visit https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/resources/publications/hazard-reduction

03/03/2026

🔥 Fire Permit Suspension Lifted 🔥

The Chifley Lithgow District advises that the recent suspension on Fire Permits has now been lifted in the Bathurst, Lithgow and Oberon LGAs.

Fire permits are once again required for any burning activities where they normally apply. If you’re planning to conduct a burn, please ensure you:
✔️ Obtain a Fire Permit
✔️ Follow all Permit Conditions
✔️ Notify your Neighbours and the
✔️ Have suitable equipment to extinguish your burn
✔️ Monitor weather conditions and know what the Fire Danger Rating is for the day ⬜️🟩🟨🟧🟥

Thank you for your patience and cooperation during the suspension. Your support helps keep our communities safe during the Bush Fire Danger Period!

For information about fire permits, including when they are require, how to apply and your responsibilities, visit the NSW Rural Fire Service website:

👉 https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/plan-and-prepare/know-your-risk/Bush-fire-hazards-and-your-property/fire-permits

25/01/2026

25/01/2026

TOTAL FIRE BAN from midnight tonight right through Monday 26th January
Stay safe, keep cool
Review and be ready to use your Bushfire Survival Plan

🟠 The fire danger rating for Monday, the 26th of January, 2026 in the Bathurst, Lithgow and Oberon LGAs is EXTREME.

A Total Fire Ban is in force from midnight for Monday.

📲 Stay up to date with the latest fire information on the NSW Rural Fire Service website or by downloading the HazardsNearMeNSW app.

21/10/2025

07/10/2025

Thanks to great work by a working group of volunteers and staff partnered with Transport NSW and NSW Farmers a new Conditional Registration for Farm Firefighting Units has come into place.
From 7 October 2025, the new scheme will make it easier and more affordable for farmers and rural landholders to use Farm Firefighting Units (FFUs) on public roads when responding to nearby bush fires.
ℹ️ What’s changing?
📍 Farmers can now legally use FFUs beyond their own property during bush fire emergencies.
ℹ️ Lower registration costs:
📍 First year: up to $209
📍 Following years: around $126 (or $75 if no inspection required)
Includes inspection, licence plate and conditional rego.
Under the scheme, vehicles will be subject to the following requirements:
✅ Vehicle inspections as per the Authorised Inspection Scheme to establish registration, with inspection required every second year and registration to be renewed annually.
✅ Firefighting equipment must be permanently and securely attached to the vehicle.
✅ Vehicles must only be used for emergencies, not regular operations.
✅ May use roads up to 50km away from garaging address east of the Newell Highway, with no distance limit from garaging addresses west of the Newell Highway.
ℹ️ Check eligibility and apply via Service NSW from 7 October 2025:
👉 Apply for conditional vehicle registrationhttps: https://www.service.nsw.gov.au/transaction/apply-for-a-farm-firefighting-vehicle-registration
This scheme recognises the vital role farmers and landholders play in protecting rural communities during bush fire emergencies.
🔥Safety Guidelines for FFU Operators & RFS Members🔥
✅ Keep safety first at all times.
✅ Maintain clear communication with your crew and the RFS.
✅ Ensure the RFS Officer in Charge knows you’re on the fireground.
✅ Work with the RFS – never alone.
✅ Always wear PPE meeting Australian Standards.
✅ Keep vehicles and equipment serviceable and compliant (e.g. Road Transport Act 2013).
Together, we can strengthen fire preparedness and community safety.

05/10/2025

HIGH FIRE DANGER RATING 🔥
For the Central Ranges
Monday the 6th of October 2025

The Central Ranges council areas affected:
Bathurst, Blayney, Cabonne, Cowra, Lithgow, Mid western, Oberon, Orange.

30/09/2025

🔥𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐡 𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐞 𝐃𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐫 𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐨𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐛𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐁𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐭, 𝐎𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐋𝐢𝐭𝐡𝐠𝐨𝐰 𝐀𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝟏 𝐎𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓 🔥

The Bush Fire Danger Period (BFDP) begins in the Bathurst, Lithgow and Oberon Areas on Wednesday, 1 October 2025.

If you haven't already, now is the time you must
✅ review your plans
✅ prepare your property and
✅ have the important conversations with your family about what you will do on days of increased fire danger or if a fire should threaten your home!

During the BFDP, landowners and managers must obtain a Fire Permit before lighting any fires, plus you must also notify your local fire authority and neighbours of your intent to burn at least 24 hours in advance. 𝐓𝐨 𝐨𝐛𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐚 𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐞 𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐦𝐢𝐭, 𝐯𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐭 𝐫𝐟𝐬.𝐧𝐬𝐰.𝐠𝐨𝐯.𝐚𝐮/𝐧𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐟𝐲

Fire is an important tool for managing fire risk and supporting farming operations, but it is crucial that conditions allow for safe burning and the necessary precautions are in place. Escaped burns can have devastating outcomes and can result in heavy penalties.

If a fire does escape, make sure you 𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐓𝐫𝐢𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐙𝐞𝐫𝐨 (𝟎𝟎𝟎) immediately so that emergency services can respond quickly and minimise the damage.

For more information on the Bush Fire Danger Period and Fire Permits you can visit https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/fire-information/BFDP

Paul Toole MP Western Advocate Lithgow Mercury 2bs 95.1 FM

27/09/2025

What a gorgeous day!

26/09/2025

Station is OPEN!!
coffee is hot and faces are friendly
Bring the family, come out and have a chat, get some information for the upcoming fire season