NSW SES Port Macquarie Unit

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NSW SES Port Macquarie Unit

Headquarters: City of Wollongong

Founded: 1955

Number of paid employees: 329 (2012)
Number of volunteers: 9,000 approx (2016)

Volunteers provide assistance in natural disasters, rescues, road crashes and extreme weather, 24/7
Assisting the NSW Police Force, the NSW Rural Fire Service, Fire and Rescue NSW and the Ambulance Service of NSW in the ex*****on of their duties. The New South Wales State Emergency Service, an agency of the Government of New South Wales, is an emergency and rescue service dedicated to assisting the community in times of natural and man-made disasters.

12/06/2026

🌟 Celebrating Our First Responders 🌟

This week we had a small visit from Pat Conaghan MP who popped in to celebrate and thank the NSW SES Port Macquarie Unit for their commitment to being one of many agencies who are first responders within the Port Macquarie Hastings Community.

The unit is made up of over 80 volunteers from varying age groups and walks of life bringing a wealth of experience and knowledge when it comes to responding to Emergency events.

We thank Pat Conaghan for the visit and the kind words shared with us all.

NSW SES
Mid North Coast NSW SES
NSW SES Volunteers Association

04/06/2026

🐴 Did you know we perform Large Animal Rescues? 🐮

Many know us for assisting communities during Flood, Storm and Tsunamis. You may also know we perform rescues during Road Crash or Industrial and Domestic incidents. Another one of the many rescues we need to keep on top of are proper rescue techniques for large animals such as horses and cows.

Here our members are refreshing their skills in the art of large animal rescue, understanding animal behaviours, how to humanly treat animals and what equipment is available for recovery. Various equipment include glides, straps, eBurn bar and some additional equipment we are trying out.

NSW SES
Mid North Coast NSW SES
NSW SES Volunteers Association

31/05/2026

🌟 Zone Disaster Rescue Challenge 2026 Winners 🌟

With determination and eagerness, a few of our unit members just returned from a weekend of friendly competition against other units from across the NSW SES Northern Zone. We are pleased to report that we took out first place at the competition which enables the team to progress through to the NSW SES State Disaster Rescue Challenge later in the year. State is where the best SES Zone teams come together and battle it out for one spot to represent NSW SES at a National level.

An amazing weekend of learning, team building, collaborating and sharing.

We would like to congratulate all other participating units and also say a huge thanks to all the support teams who help make such a great learning event possible.

A special thanks to NSW SES - Gosford Unit on their runner's up position. You definately kept the Port Macquarie team on their toes. 😅 A huge congrats to Phil on title of best Team Leader of the event.

To the NSW SES Wyong Unit, we applaude your strength to still be at the competition despite recent events. 💪

Thank you again NSW SES for this great event and we accept the challenge to represent Northern Zone at the next State Rescue Competition.

Mid North Coast NSW SES
NSW SES Volunteers Association
Robert Dwyer MP
Port Macquarie News
Pat Conaghan MP
Port Macquarie’s Original Noticeboard

30/05/2026

Settlement Point and surrounds flooding
Monitor conditions
Advice

The NSW SES advises people in the following area(s) to MONITOR CONDITIONS of the flooding on the Hastings River:

- Settlement Point and surrounds

You should monitor conditions by checking warnings issued by NSW SES on their website and page, listening to your local ABC radio station, and following the latest weather information from the Bureau of Meteorology online.

What are we expecting?

The Bureau of Meteorology advises minor flooding is no longer expected along the Hastings River at Settlement Point.

No observations are currently available at Settlement Point. It is estimated to have peaked around 08:00 pm Friday, below the minor flood level, and falling. The Hastings River at Settlement Point is expected to remain below the minor flood level (1.20 m AHD).

Based on predictions from the Bureau of Meteorology, the following areas may be impacted by floodwaters:

- Low lying areas adjacent to the river
- Low lying roads, bridges and causeways
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View the full warning: https://hazardwatch.gov.au/a/h4rh8v

Download the Hazards Near Me App and set up ‘Watch Zones’ to receive warnings in real time. https://www.nsw.gov.au/emergency/hazards-near-me-app

For emergency assistance during a flood, storm or tsunami, call the NSW SES on 132 500. In a life-threatening emergency, call Triple Zero (000).

Post current at 11:18am on Saturday 30th May 2026.

29/05/2026

Settlement Point and surrounds flooding
Stay informed
Advice

The NSW SES advises people in the following area(s) to STAY INFORMED about predicted hazardous minor flooding on the Hastings River:

- Settlement Point and surrounds

You should stay informed by monitoring warnings issued by NSW SES on their website and page, listening to your local ABC radio station, and checking the latest weather information from the Bureau of Meteorology online.

What are we expecting?

The Bureau of Meteorology advises minor flooding possible at Settlement Point on the high tide Friday evening.

Moderate to heavy rainfall since Thursday morning has caused river level rises across the Hastings River catchment. Further rainfall is forecast for the remainder of Friday, which may cause additional river level rises. Minor flooding is possible at Settlement Point on the high tide Friday evening.

Minor flooding possible along the Hastings River at Settlement Point.

No observations are currently available at Settlement Point. The Hastings River at Settlement Point may reach near the minor flood level (1.20 m AHD) Friday evening on the high tide.

NSW SES are conducting manual readings of the Settlement Point gauge and regular observations of the area to support any actions required.

Based on predictions from the Bureau of Meteorology, the following areas may be impacted by dangerous floodwaters:

- Low lying areas adjacent to the river
- Low lying roads, bridges and causeways
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View the full warning: https://hazardwatch.gov.au/a/KF3OwS

Download the Hazards Near Me App and set up ‘Watch Zones’ to receive warnings in real time. https://www.nsw.gov.au/emergency/hazards-near-me-app

For emergency assistance during a flood, storm or tsunami, call the NSW SES on 132 500. In a life-threatening emergency, call Triple Zero (000).

Post current at 1:20pm on Friday 29th May 2026.

28/05/2026

Settlement Point and surrounds flooding
Stay informed
Advice

The NSW SES advises people in the following area(s) to STAY INFORMED about predicted hazardous flooding on the Hastings River:

- Settlement Point and surrounds

You should stay informed by monitoring warnings issued by NSW SES on their website and page, listening to your local ABC radio station, and checking the latest weather information from the Bureau of Meteorology online.

What are we expecting?

The Bureau of Meteorology advises a broad low pressure trough will deepen to a low pressure system over southern Queensland or northern inland New South Wales. The low will traverse the northeast quarter of the state, before entering the coastal waters of the Hunter and the Mid North Coast. This system will generate widespread moderate to heavy rainfall and thunderstorms from Thursday afternoon into Friday, across the Hunter and parts of the Mid North Coast.

Minor flooding may develop along the Hastings River from overnight Thursday into Friday. Uncertainty remains in the location and timing of the heaviest falls.

Based on predictions from the Bureau of Meteorology, the following areas may be impacted by dangerous floodwaters:

- Low lying areas adjacent to the river
- Low lying roads, bridges and causeways

View the full warning: https://hazardwatch.gov.au/a/TAow8h

Download the Hazards Near Me App and set up ‘Watch Zones’ to receive warnings in real time. https://www.nsw.gov.au/emergency/hazards-near-me-app

For emergency assistance during a flood, storm or tsunami, call the NSW SES on 132 500. In a life-threatening emergency, call Triple Zero (000).

Post current at 2:57pm on Thursday 28th May 2026.

26/05/2026

🌧️🌧️ It's going to be a wet few days again! 🌧️🌧️

More rain is expected in coming days with a possible East Coast Low developing. Stay alert - not alarmed, keep up to date via Bureau of Meteorology website, and take a few simple steps around your home to prepare:

💦 Make sure your gutters are cleaned out so that water can easily escape your property. This would be the most common cause for water to get into your house and for use to get on roofs. A little bit of maintanence goes a long way.

🛠️ While you might be on a ladder looking at your roof, just check for any holes in metal roofs or loose tiles on tiled roofs. This is probably the second most common cause for leaking roofs which often is quick and easy to fix.

💨 Whilst we are not expecting any major wind, it is still a good idea to tidy your yard and tie down anything that is loose in the garden, just in case a gust does come through.

🚘 Whilst we are not expecting any riverine flooding at this stage, flash flooding can occur from heavy downpours. Please never drive through flood water and have a plan if the route you drive or the area around your house does tend to flood.

Continue to monitor conditions and in the event of you requiring emergency assistance related to the storm, ie. leaking roofs, sandbagging assistance etc, please call 132 500. If you are experiencing a medical emergency or life threatening emergency, please dial 000.

Regardless, our volunteers are at the ready to provide assistance where needed. Take care and stay safe Port Macquarie!

NSW SES
Mid North Coast NSW SES
Port Macquarie Hastings Council
Port Macquarie News
ABC Mid North Coast

21/05/2026

🧡 WOW Day – Wear Orange Wednesday 2026 🧡

This week we proudly celebrate and recognise the incredible volunteers of the NSW SES Port Macquarie Unit.
With over 70 dedicated members, our unit represents an extraordinary 532 years of combined service, ranging from new volunteers with just 6 months’ experience to those who’ve committed over 26 years. From 17-year-olds to members in their late 70s, this is a team defined by diversity, resilience, and community spirit.

Over the past year, our volunteers have:

🚨 Responded to 750+ incidents supporting our community
🎓 Completed 11,000+ hours of training
🛠Contributed 4,000+ hours to operational readiness and maintenance
🤝 Delivered 1,000+ hours of community engagement

These numbers tell a powerful story, but they only scratch the surface of the commitment, teamwork, and care shown every single day by our valued volunteers.

Yesterday, we were proud to welcome Local Member Robert Dwyer MP , PMH Mayor Adam Roberts, and LEMO Ben Woods to mark this special occasion. They toured our unit and saw firsthand the capability, equipment, and fleet enhancements that help keep the Port Macquarie Hastings community safe.

On WOW Day and to recognise National Volunteer Week, we wear orange to say one thing clearly:

THANK YOU!

To our volunteers, your dedication does not go unnoticed. You are community helping community in action, and we are incredibly proud of you. 🧡

NSW SES
Mid North Coast NSW SES
NSW SES Volunteers Association
Jihad Dib MP
Pat Conaghan MP
Port Macquarie Hastings Council

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17/05/2026

🌧 Rain Hail or Shine, We are here for you ☀️

This surprising little rain event has put some pressure on some of the local roofs around Port Macquarie. Our unit has received over 20 calls for help and our volunteers have responded. Through the rain we have been up on roofs, helping community members in need with various types of jobs from leaks, through to sandbagging garages and more.

For any emergency assistance due to the rain, please call 132500.
For any life threatening emergencies, please dial 000.

Tomorrow the BOM has forecast some pretty decent rainfall totals. Please continue to monitor the BOM website for updates or any warnings. Stay safe Port Macquarie. Our volunteers are at the ready to help.

NSW SES
Mid North Coast NSW SES
NSW SES Volunteers Association
Port Macquarie News
Jihad Dib MP
ABC Mid North Coast
Robert Dwyer MP
Pat Conaghan MP

Address

9 Central Road
Port Macquarie, NSW
2444

Telephone

+61132500

Website

http://www.ses.nsw.gov.au/

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