Fire and Rescue NSW Station 212 Balranald

02/06/2026

🚒 MAY RECAP: A HUGE MONTH IN BALRANALD! 🚒

Wow, May absolutely flew by! We packed so much into the last few weeks, and we are incredibly proud of our team.

Here is what went down:
🤝 Joint Training- A massive shoutout to the local Ambulance NSW crew! They joined us to teach new skills and provide refreshers to our recruits and firefighters.
🏡 Out & About- Completed essential Home Fire Safety Checks. Visited fantastic local community events. Participated in the amazing Girls on Fire program, interacting with the next generation of emergency services personnel!
🍩 Station Life- Of course, we kept the energy up by eating way too many sweets.
🚨 Answering the Call- Amidst all the action, our crew responded to multiple emergency calls within the Balranald community to keep everyone safe.
👋 Bittersweet Goodbyes- We officially said a huge thank you and goodbye to Ben, Lachlan, and Geoff. Thank you for your incredible dedication and help over the past month. You will be missed!

☀️ Welcome June! This month, we are thrilled to welcome Gary all the way from Fire and Rescue NSW Station 238 Broken Hill! Give him a big Balranald welcome if you see him around.

31/05/2026

Keep your family safe with a quick alarm check. 🏠
Smoke alarms do not last forever. They expire 10 years after their manufacturing date. Check yours today to ensure they are ready to protect your home.

A working smoke alarm halves your risk of dying in a home fire, it's your best early warning, giving you and your loved ones the chance to get out, stay out, and call Triple Zero (000). Be smart and take part. Test your smoke alarm works, today!

28/05/2026

Do it in the ad break. It could save your life.

24/05/2026

🔥 Smoke Alarms🔥

Think your senses will wake you up during a house fire? Think again.

Here are 3 shocking facts most people don't know about smoke alarms:
1️⃣ You cannot smell smoke when you are asleep.
😴When you sleep, your sense of smell completely shuts down. Toxic fumes and smoke will actually lull you into a deeper, deadlier sleep rather than waking you up. Only the sound of a smoke alarm can break through.

2️⃣ Smoke alarms expire after 10 years.
⏳Even if you change the batteries regularly, the internal sensors degrade over time. If your alarm is over a decade old, it may fail to detect smoke when you need it most. Check the manufacture date on the back!

3️⃣ It takes just 3 seconds to check.
⏱️Testing your alarm is incredibly fast. Simply press and hold the test button until the loud siren sounds. Doing this once a month gives you absolute peace of mind that the device is working.

Regular testing takes seconds. Protecting your family lasts a lifetime.

📞 Call us today to book your FREE home safety check! Our team will ensure your alarms are working, compliant, and positioned perfectly to keep your loved ones safe.

Push the test button on your smoke alarms today, or give us a call!

20/05/2026

How old is your smoke alarm??
Get your smoke alarm check by your local Fire and Rescue NSW Station 212 Balranald 🚒👩‍🚒👨‍🚒

18/05/2026

🔥 Don't wait for smoke to check your smoke alarm! 🔥

Hey Balranald! 👋 Yes, we are talking to you!
Do you have a working smoke alarm in your home right now? Do you actually know how old it is?

If your smoke alarm is 10 years or older, it needs to be replaced. Sleeping through a fire is a risk you cannot afford to take.

🏠 Free Home Safety Checks 🏠
We love our Balranald community, which is why we are offering a 100% FREE home safety service. We will come to your home and make sure your alarms are:
👉Working perfectly
👉Under 10 years old
👉Positioned correctly to save lives

Let’s not test your smoke alarm when the house is already full of smoke and fire. Act now to keep your home and your family safe.

👇 How to book:
Drop us a direct message, comment, call or click the link below to secure your free check today!

https://www.fire.nsw.gov.au/fire-safety/home-fire-safety/safety-visits

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14/05/2026

Another weekly visit to Bidgee Haven Hostel 📸

12/05/2026

🔥 CHOOSE TO GIVE IT A GO! 🔥
Last week, the incredible Girls on Fire program rolled into town, putting students from Balranald Central School right into the heart of the action! 👩‍🚒✨

Our FRNSW mentors teamed up alongside crews from the NSW Rural Fire Service, NSW SES, and NSW National Parks to deliver an unforgettable day of hands-on emergency services activities.

The students stepped way out of their comfort zones—building massive confidence, mastering teamwork, and proving their resilience. 👏

To every student who attended: We challenge you to keep that momentum going. Like our mentors said on the day, you’ll never know what you're truly capable of until you try!

🚒 WANT TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN BALRANALD?
We are looking for fresh faces to join our team and protect this community. Whether you are interested in firefighting, rescue, or community safety, there is a place for you here.

👉 Swipe to see the photos shared by BCS, or head over to the Balranald Central School page to see our future lifesavers in action!
Ready to step up? Learn how you can join us at fire.nsw.gov.au/careers or message our page directly to connect with the local Balranald crew.

10/05/2026

Happy Mother’s Day from the crew at Station 212 Balranald! 🚒❤️

Today, we’re sending a massive shoutout to every mum out there. You truly are the heart of our community! 🦸‍♀️✨

Thank you for everything you do, today and every day! 🌸

09/05/2026

🚒Open Day 2026 🚒

Come down to 123 Market Street today for a fun-filled community day! 🧑‍🚒✨
📅 When: Today, Saturday 9 May
🕙 Time: 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
📍 Where: 123 Market Street, Balranald

🤝 Meet the Crew: Say hi to our local team plus firefighters visiting from Broken Hill and Sydney!
💦 Hands-on Fun: Have a go on the fire hose and tour the station!
🚒The Challenge: Think you’re fast? Challenge a firefighter in a dress-up competition!
🌭 Free BBQ: Grab a snag while you look around!
🎒 For the Kids: Free show bags and activities!

🎈Join the Team: Ever thought about becoming a firefighter? 👩‍🚒👨‍🚒 Come find out what we do for the community and how you can join us as an On-Call Firefighter. We are currently looking for new members!Bring a friend, snap some photos, and tag us on social media! 📸📱

See you there! 🚒🚨