NSW SES - Queanbeyan Unit

12/05/2026

Last night our unit held a large scale simulated exercise to test our skills. With 19 live casulties, our teams had to access dark, obstructed areas to locate, treat and extricate these casualties.

To make this exercise as realistic as possible, some of our newer members were provided with moulage to give them injuries likely to occur in this type of scenario.

05/05/2026

We were deeply saddened to hear about the tragic death of two marine rescue volunteers. This is an unfortunate tragedy that highlights the challenging circumstances that emergency services be them paid or voluntary work in daily.

Our thoughts are with everyone at Marine Rescue NSW today and especially with the families of those gone too soon.

25/04/2026

Today we remember those who served and those who still serve. Their strength shapes our nation’s story.

Lest we forget.

23/04/2026

Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional Council have advised of the alternate route for the Anzac Day March while Monaro Street is closed.

We look forward to supporting the Queanbeyan RSL Sub-Branch this year again. Lets all make sure we get down and support our veterans along the alternate route this year.

25/03/2026

25/03/2026

Tomorrow and Friday are expected to be wet ones. The Bureau of Meteorology is predicting up to 15mm of rain tomorrow and up to 20mm Friday.

Tomorrow will be partly cloudy with a very high chance of showers.

The chance of a thunderstorm in the afternoon and early evening, possibly severe with heavy rain which may lead to flash flooding.

Light winds becoming west to northwesterly 15 to 25 km/h in the middle of the day then becoming light in the late evening.

Overnight temperatures falling to between 11 and 14 with daytime temperatures reaching between 19 and 24.

If you require the assistance of the NSW SES for emergency temporary repairs call us on 132 500.

21/03/2026

If you are out and about today near Jerra falls you might see our new Vertical Rescue trainees participating in training.

Our unit is a vertical rescue unit and training in these environments is an important part of our members currency!

21/03/2026

Rain is building to the south and is tracking towards Queanbeyan on the radar.

The Bureau of Meteorology has predicted up to 15mm of rain may fall with the chance of a heavy rain before easing off into the late afternoon.

Please don’t park under trees and avoid flash flooding should it occur.

If you need emergency help from the NSW SES during storms call 132 500.

17/03/2026

Last night our flood rescue trained members ran a session on flood rescue awareness for our wider volunteer base to get a better understanding of the process.

This session included exposure to our vessels, including demonstrating pulling someone on board from the water and how to use our throw bags.

02/03/2026

HEAVY RAINFALL TODAY, LOCALLY INTENSE RAINFALL CONTINUING

Weather Situation: Tropical humidity continues on the eastern flank of a low in the far southwest of the state near the Victorian border, resulting in a broad rainband with isolated thunderstorms. The low is forecast to move east today, with rainfall clearing from the west in its wake.

HEAVY RAINFALL which may lead to FLASH FLOODING is possible for southwestern parts of the Upper Western, Lower Western and Riverina forecast districts today, spreading to eastern parts of the warning area including the ACT this evening. Six-hourly rainfall totals between 40 to 70 mm are possible. Heavy rainfall is expected to ease in the Upper Western and Lower Western forecast districts during the afternoon.
Locally INTENSE RAINFALL which may lead to DANGEROUS AND LIFE-THREATENING FLASH FLOODING is possible today, most likely between Griffith and Yass this evening. Six-hourly rainfall totals between 60 to 90 mm are possible.
The risk of HEAVY, LOCALLY RAINFALL is forecast to ease throughout Tuesday morning.
Flood Watches and Warnings are current for the area. Please refer to https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts/ for more information.
Locations which may be affected include Canberra, Wagga Wagga, Albury, Deniliquin, Yass and Griffith.
65.2 MM WAS RECORDED AT FOWLERS GAP IN THE 2 HOURS TO 4:30 AM.
63.2 MM WAS RECORDED AT MOUNT WOOWOOLARAH IN THE 2 HOURS TO 3:27 AM.
Safety advice
The State Emergency Service advises that people should:

* Don't drive, ride or walk through flood water.
* Keep clear of creeks and storm drains.
* If you are trapped by flash flooding, seek refuge in the highest available place and ring 000 if you need rescue.
For emergency help in flood and storms, ring the SES on 132 500.
Stay updated on the Hazards Near Me NSW app or the ACT ESA website (https://esa.act.gov.au).
Check https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts. Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and State Emergency Service would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.