NSW SES - Port Stephens Unit

04/06/2026

**New Ranks Presented**

Last night, a number of our volunteers were presented with new ranks, recognising their dedication, experience, qualifications, and ongoing commitment to serving the Port Stephens community.

Rank progression within the NSW SES reflects the skills, knowledge, leadership, and experience gained through training, operational responses, and years of service. These achievements are a testament to the hard work and dedication our members continue to demonstrate.

Congratulations to all of our members who received new ranks. Your commitment to supporting our community during storms, floods, rescues, and other emergencies is greatly appreciated, and we thank you for everything you do.

👏 Congratulations to all recipients on this well-deserved achievement! 💙🧡

01/06/2026

Congratulations to Graeme a very well deserved award and recognition for countless hours of community service.

30/05/2026

Clarence Town and Seaham flooding
Monitor conditions
Advice

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

- Clarence Town
- Seaham

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 rainfall has eased and no further significant rainfall is expected over the next few days. Flooding is no longer expected along the Williams River.

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

View the full warning: https://hazardwatch.gov.au/a/a6ij1-

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 12:08pm on Saturday 30th May 2026.

29/05/2026

🟡🟡 **FLOOD ADVICE – MINOR FLOODING WARNING IN PLACE** 🟡🟡

A flood warning for **minor flooding on the Williams and Paterson Rivers** is currently in place.

Our volunteers are currently responding to a number of storm and flood-related incidents across the Port Stephens area and are continuing to monitor conditions closely.

To assist the community in preparing for possible impacts, our **sandbagging point remains open** at:

📍 **Port Stephens SES Unit**
31 Rees James Road, Raymond Terrace

Community members can attend to fill and collect sandbags where required to help protect their properties.

⚠️ **Stay informed and take precautions now.**

* Monitor weather conditions and warnings.
* Move vehicles and valuables to higher ground if required.
* Never drive, ride or walk through floodwater.

🚧 **If it's flooded, forget it.**

📞 For assistance with storm or flood damage, call **132 500**.
🚨 For life-threatening emergencies, call **000**.

We thank our volunteers who are out assisting the community and ask everyone to stay safe as conditions continue to develop.

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28/05/2026

🟧 **SANDBAG POINT OPENING TODAY** 🟧

With wet weather impacting our area, a sandbagging point has been established at the Port Stephens SES Unit to assist members of the community in preparing their properties.

📍 31 Rees James Road, Raymond Terrace
🕤 Open from 9:30am today

Community members can fill their own sandbags to help protect their homes and businesses from potential flooding and water ingress.

Please drive safely when attending and follow the directions of our volunteers on site.

Stay up to date with weather warnings and monitor conditions in your area. If you need emergency assistance due to storms or flooding, call the NSW SES on 132 500.

26/05/2026

⚠️ An initial Flood Watch for the Hunter and parts of the Mid North Coast has been issued.

From overnight Thursday into Friday, minor flooding is possible along the Paterson and Williams Rivers.

Minor flooding is possible along the Manning and Gloucester, Goulburn and Hunter Rivers and Wollombi Brook from Friday.

🛑 Steer clear of floodwaters. If you come across a flooded road, turn around and find an alternative route.

📲 Download Hazards Near Me or visit the NSW SES website to stay up to date with warnings and information.

📞 If you require assistance in floods and storms, call the NSW SES on 132 500. In life-threatening situations, call Triple Zero (000).

Issued at 2:03 pm AEST on Tuesday 26 May 2026

25/05/2026

🚙 Four Wheel Drive Course Success

Over the weekend, two of our members, Mick and Kalan, completed their Four Wheel Drive course and passed with flying colours 👏🟠

Throughout the course, they refreshed existing skills while learning new techniques that will help support operations in a range of environments. Training covered areas including driving on sand, vehicle recovery techniques and navigating challenging terrain — all important skills that help prepare our volunteers for responding when communities need assistance.

It’s great to see our members continuing to build their knowledge and confidence through ongoing training opportunities.

We’d also like to congratulate the members from NSW SES - Tomaree who successfully completed the course alongside them. Well done to everyone involved and thank you for your continued commitment to learning and supporting the community. 🚙

19/05/2026

🧡 Today is Wear Orange Wednesday (WOW Day) 🧡

Today we recognise and thank the dedicated volunteers of the NSW State Emergency Service who support communities through storms, floods, rescues and other emergencies.

Wear Orange Wednesday is an opportunity to show appreciation for SES volunteers and acknowledge the countless hours spent training, responding to incidents and helping others when it matters most.

This year, WOW Day falls during National Volunteer Week, making it an important reminder of the incredible contribution volunteers make across our communities every day.

A special thank you to our unit members for your ongoing commitment to supporting the Port Stephens community. Whether responding to incidents, attending training, assisting behind the scenes or giving up time with family and work commitments — your dedication and willingness to help others does not go unnoticed.

We also extend our thanks to SES volunteers right across NSW for everything you do to help keep communities safe.

If you’re wearing orange today, you’re helping show that the efforts of SES volunteers are seen, valued and appreciated. 🧡

18/05/2026

Thanks for the support Port Stephens Council

🍊 This Wednesday 20 May, is Wear Orange Wednesday 🍊

On WOW Day we encourage everyone to wear orange to show their support and appreciation for our local NSW SES - Port Stephens Unit and NSW SES - Tomaree volunteers.

This year, WOW Day takes place during National Volunteer Week (18–24 May) – a week that recognises the contribution of volunteers from all walks of life. A huge to our incredible NSW SES volunteers, who generously give their time to serve our community during storms, floods, rescues, and other emergencies.

Let’s come together in orange to acknowledge their efforts and show their work doesn’t go unnoticed! 🧡

10/05/2026

Happy Mother’s Day

To all our wonderful mothers, we hope you have a fantastic day and thank you for all that you do for our unit and the community 💐