Port Lincoln State Emergency Service

30/09/2026

🧡 Wednesday Night Training – Port Lincoln SES

A mixed bag at training tonight!

🔥 Four members completed their Burnover Drill ahead of the upcoming fire season.

🪢 Some of our newest members have now completed their General Rescue Toolkits and look forward to progressing onto more advanced skills.

🪚 The rest of the crew ran chainsaws, checked generators and small engines, while both trucks headed out for a highway run before finishing with a trip through the car wash.

Another productive night keeping our members trained and equipment ready to go. 🧡

SA State Emergency Service
South Australia Police

29/09/2026

💙 National Police Remembrance Day

Today, Port Lincoln SES pauses to remember and honour the police officers who have lost their lives while serving and protecting our communities.

We are proud to stand alongside and work with our friends and colleagues at South Australia Police, both here on Eyre Peninsula and across the state.

We remember their service, their sacrifice, and the families, friends and colleagues they left behind.
With honour they served.

We will remember them. 💙

South Australia Police
SA State Emergency Service

Today marks National Police Remembrance Day, a time to honour and remember the police officers who have lost their lives in the line of duty, and to reflect on the sacrifices made by police and their families in service to the community.

As police continue working around the clock to keep South Australians safe, we thank our officers, staff, volunteers and the community for their ongoing support.

Check out below to see what we've been up to in the last 24 hours.

Weapons and drugs detected during Whyte Yarcowie search
https://brnw.ch/21x61Bs

Drug driver crashes into Magill bus stop
https://brnw.ch/21x61Bq

Drink driver arrested in northern suburbs
https://brnw.ch/21x61Bv

Shed fire at Nairne
https://brnw.ch/21x61Bu

Two youths arrested at Noarlunga Downs
https://brnw.ch/21x61By

Pair arrested after C*D theft
https://brnw.ch/21x61Bw

Speeding drink driver detected at Mount Osmond
https://brnw.ch/21x61Bt

Drink driver stopped with a child in the car at Payneham overnight
https://brnw.ch/21x61Br

Catch up on all the overnight news and stay informed at SA Police News: https://brnw.ch/21x61Bx

28/09/2026

🚨 SECOND REQUEST FOR ASSISTANCE TODAY

At 7:56pm, our Port Lincoln SES crew responded to a report of a tree down across the road near Coulta.

Coulta CFS was also responding from the opposite direction. Prior to our arrival, a Stop Call was received and our crew returned to Port Lincoln.

Once again, a huge thank you to our amazing volunteers who respond at all hours of the day and night, helping keep people safe on our roads and water. 🧡

SA State Emergency Service
SA Country Fire Service
South Australia Police

28/09/2026

🚨 MARINE RESCUE 🚤

At approximately 4:30 pm today, Port Lincoln SES responded to a vessel experiencing engine trouble near (locally known as) White Lady, approximately 15 km along the channel from Coffin Bay.

Three marine crew responded from Port Lincoln to Coffin Bay, where they launched Rescue 82, our RHIB, and headed to the vessel’s location.

The vessel was located safely at anchor with two adults and two children onboard, before being taken under tow and safely returned to the Coffin Bay boat ramp.

Back at the unit, volunteers maintained communications, updated our incident management system and monitored conditions throughout the response.

The job doesn’t finish at the ramp. Rescue 82 and the vehicle were refuelled, the RHIB washed down and the engine flushed, with everything restored and ready for the next response by 7:30 pm.

🚨 Interested in becoming an SES volunteer?

There are many ways to get involved, from rescue operations to communications and support roles behind the scenes. Training is provided.

👉 Register your interest to volunteer with the SASES⁠
www.ses.sa.gov.au/home/volunteer/volunteer-in-regional-south-australia/

SA State Emergency Service
South Australia Police

27/09/2026

🚨 A GREAT DAY OUT IN THE COMMUNITY! 🧡

Fantastic to be out at Brinkworth Reserve today for the Free Family Fun Day!

Our Port Lincoln SES volunteers had a great time chatting with local families, handing out information about staying safe and prepared during flood and severe weather, and giving the kids (big and small) a chance to check out some of our equipment.

The metal detector in the sand pit was definitely popular, along with trying on some SES safety gear and checking out the mini chainsaw! 🔎🪚⛑️

A big thank you to our volunteers who gave up their Sunday to come along, and to everyone who stopped by for a chat. It’s always great getting out and being part of our local community. 🧡

Interested in becoming an SES volunteer?

Port Lincoln SES is always keen to hear from people interested in getting involved. There are a range of roles and plenty of opportunities to learn new skills and support your community.

👉 Register your interest in becoming an SES volunteer

www.ses.sa.gov.au/home/volunteer/volunteer-in-regional-south-australia/

SA State Emergency Service
City of Port Lincoln Council
Greater SA
Brinkworth Reserve Port Lincoln
Community Bank Port Lincoln

26/09/2026

🚨 SEVERE WEATHER RESPONSE – PORT LINCOLN 🌧️

Port Lincoln SES volunteers responded to reports of water entering a two-storey building through the ceiling following today’s rain.

After accessing the roof, crews found wet and slippery corrugated iron. With appropriate roof attachment points available, members utilised the SES Roof Safety System, allowing them to safely move across the roof while investigating the cause of the water entry.

This is exactly why our volunteers regularly train in roof safety — particularly for conditions like we experienced today.

🏠 A timely reminder: with wet weather about, make sure your gutters and downpipes are kept clear. If they need attention at height, please do it safely or engage someone suitably equipped to do the job.

If you require emergency assistance during storms or floods, call the SES on 132 500.

23/09/2026

🚨 SES DOUGHNUT RESCUE CHALLENGE! 🍩

A bit of friendly competition at Port Lincoln SES tonight with our Doughnut Rescue Challenge!

Teams tackled vehicle lifting, knots, throw bags and a litter carry, putting rescue skills, teamwork and a few competitive streaks to the test! 😂

There was even a post-challenge protest, requiring an official ruling from District Officer AJ! 😆

But with one team a member down, the best decision of the night was unanimous…...

🍩 Share the doughnuts!

Plenty of skills practised, plenty of laughs and a great night with the crew. 🚨👏

SA State Emergency Service
South Australia Police
Karratha State Emergency Service

19/09/2026

🧡 NEW RECRUITS TRAINING PROGRESS

Congratulations to our dedicated new volunteers who have completed their induction and Roof Safety Systems Toolkit! 👏

This is one of four Toolkits required as part of their SES onboarding.

They’re enthusiastic, eager to learn and ready for what’s next.

🚨 Next up – Rescue Operations!

📸 A few different perspectives from today, including some overhead shots captured by one of our drone pilots who had his personal drone in the car.

Well done team — great to have you on board! 🧡

SA State Emergency Service

18/09/2026

🚨 MARINE SEARCH & RESCUE 🚤

At approximately 6:06pm yesterday, Port Lincoln SES responded to reports of a tinny experiencing engine problems approximately 1km offshore and drifting north in Proper Bay.

Our marine crew responded from the Proper Bay boat ramp, with a senior member on site liaising with SA Police.

Further location information was provided by a member of the public, assisting our crew in locating the vessel, thank you for your assistance. 👍

The person on board was able to restart the engine and did not require a tow. Our rescue vessel accompanied the tinny safely back to shore, with communications and a listening watch maintained throughout. 📻⚓

Many, thanks to all our volunteers who responded today.

🟧 For emergency help in flood & storm – 132 500

🚨 For life-threatening emergencies – 000 (Triple Zero)

SA State Emergency Service
South Australia Police

16/09/2026

🟠 Three activities, one busy training night!

Plenty happening at Port Lincoln SES tonight, with our volunteers spread across three different training activities. 💪🧡

🔥 Burnover Training - four members completed their Burnover Drill training, combining theory with a practical exercise in preparation for supporting the CFS during the fire season.

🚤 Marine Training – Three of our marine crew headed out aboard Rescue 82, giving our newest Restricted Coxswain, Jo, the opportunity to put her new qualification into practice. ⚓ They worked through navigation and position exercises using latitude/longitude and what3words, while maintaining communications with the Unit via the Government Radio Network (GRN). 📍📻

🪢 Roof Safety Systems – Our newer members continued developing their rescue skills, setting up roof safety systems ahead of their upcoming Rescue Operations Course. 🧗‍♂️🏠

Three different skill sets, one night, training together and ready to respond. 🚨🧡

SA State Emergency Service
South Australia Police