NSW SES - Goulburn Unit

05/06/2026

The Goulburn unit has demonstrated remarkable resilience over the past 2 days. Requested to support police rescue for land search for a missing person down near Windellama, over the 2 days we mobilized 12 SES vehicles and 33 members from the area. We worked in tandem with RFS in an extensive line search, navigating a considerable amount of difficult terrain with multiple items found. Leveraging helicopter, police dogs and other resources, we ultimately found the missing person, albeit with a heartbreaking outcome.
Upon returning to the Goulburn area, we received another request to assist an ambulance stuck in mud in Bigga, with a 🚁 on its way. Our crew didnt hesitate to support the ambulance service, even though they had been walking all day. Equipped with 4x4 gear, they successfully freed the vehicle and got it back on the road, allowing it to continue serving the community. We are proud to provide aid to anyone in need, regardless of the name Goulburn on the vehicle we will go where needed.

👏We would like to express our appreciation to the volunteers who generously gave up their time to support their community over the 2 days and their ongoing dedication.👏

The Hume Police District
NSW SES Bungendore
NSW SES - Braidwood Unit
NSW SES South Eastern Zone
NSW SES
NSW RFS Southern Tablelands Zone
NSW Ambulance

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GNFM Goulburn
Goulburn Post
Kristy McBain MP
Wendy Tuckerman MP

04/06/2026

🔴Missing person appeal 🔴

A land search is currently underway as police appeal for public assistance to locate a man missing from the states south. This will continue into tomorrow with multiple agencies.

James Power, aged 26, last spoke to a friend by phone whilst he was on a property at Windellama – approximately 40km south of Goulburn – about 6.20pm last Tuesday (2 June 2026).

When he was unable to be located or contacted officers attached to The Hume Police District were notified yesterday (Thursday 3 June 2026) and commenced inquiries into his whereabouts.

Police have located his vehicle unattended on the property.

There are serious concerns for James’s welfare as he lives with a number of health conditions.

James is described as Caucasian appearance, 175cm, medium build with short brown hair.

It is not known what he maybe wearing.

James is known to frequent the Windellama, Marulan, Tarago and Sutherland areas.

With the assistance of Police Rescue, the Rural Fire Service and State Emergency Services, local police are conducting a land search of the area.

Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000 or https://nsw.crimestoppers.com.au Information is managed on a confidential basis. The public is reminded not to report information via NSW Police social media pages.

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The Hume Police District
NSW RFS Southern Tablelands Zone
NSW SES South Eastern Zone

Appeal to locate man missing from near GoulburnThursday, 04 June 2026 03:35:34 PM PLEASE NOTE: An image of the missing person is available via NSW Police Force social media pages. A land search is currently underway as police appeal for public assistance to locate a man missing from the states south...

09/05/2026

Join them for a complimentary BBQ, grab a fun firefighter hat, and meet the teams who help keep our community safe. It’s a wonderful chance to enjoy good food, friendly faces, and see behind the scenes at the fire station. We hope you’ll stop by, make the most of this special event and say hello to the team that keep you safe.

Today our fire station is open to the public. Come on down between 10am and 2pm today and see the fire trucks and meet the firefighters. See their uniforms and ask about smoke alarms and fire safety.

05/05/2026

We are deeply saddened by the tragic incident off Ballina Bar overnight.

Not only for the loss of life from Marine Rescue NSW but also the loss of life from the vessel they were responding to.

This is a reminder of what emergency services can face every time they answer a call for help, frequently in the most challenging and dangerous conditions.

We extend our sincere condolences to the families, friends and members of Marine Rescue NSW, as well as all those affected by this tragedy.

Our thoughts are with you all during this difficult time.💙💙

04/05/2026

This weekend Goulburn got its adventure on with a boat course on Lake Burley Griffin where one of our members was learning the ropes. Meanwhile, another member was getting down and dirty in Kiama with a 4x4 course, getting stuck in the sand and self recovery. And, because why not, we even threw in some winching for good measure when we stumbled upon a hole that was just begging to be jumped into. All in all, it was a blast and a great learning experience.
NSW SES

30/03/2026

We made a splash at Goulburn aquatic and leisure centre on Sunday, reenacting that famous Titanic scene where Jack and Rose stand on the bow of the ship - minus the sinking part, thankfully. We were actually training with the ark angles for our in water teams and anyone keen to become a flood rescue tech. We ran drills on how to safely pull injured people into the boat and what to do if the boat tips over. And, we squeezed in the swim test for some flood rescue rolls. Big ups to the public for showing interest and asking questions. And to the 12 members who aced the swim test, nice work!

Thanks to;
Goulburn Aquatic and Leisure Centre

10/03/2026

NSW SES provides emergency help in a flood, storm or tsunami.

If you answer yes to any of the below questions, call the NSW SES on 132 500.

Has a fallen tree blocked access? i.e. front door/driveway/road
Is a tree threatening to fall on your property or driveway?
Is your roof damaged or leaking?
Is there damage to your property that you cannot fix yourself due to storm/flood?
Is your house at risk of flooding?

If it’s a No please speak to you insurance company/estate agents as this will help us to prioritise when storms hit.
NSW SES
NSW SES South Eastern Zone
Goulburn Mulwaree Council

07/03/2026

🔸Watch and Act – Severe Weather 🔸

A Watch and Act alert has been issued for Goulburn, Bowral, Braidwood, Crookwell, Taralga and Araluen due to severe weather and flooding risks.

⚠️ Stay indoors where possible and avoid unnecessary travel.
❌ Do not drive through floodwaters.

Stay updated with warnings and follow advice from the New South Wales State Emergency Service. If you need assistance due to storm or flood damage, call 132 500.

In a life-threatening emergency, call 000.

Stay safe everyone 🧡

03/03/2026

🚨 Volunteer with NSW SES Goulburn Unit 🚨

Have you ever thought about volunteering in your local community? Now is the perfect time to get involved!

NSW SES Goulburn Unit is always looking for motivated community members to join our team. Whether you’re interested in storm and flood response, community engagement, supporting logistics, or learning new practical skills — there’s a role for everyone. No previous experience is needed, just a willingness to learn and be part of a great team.

📍 Come meet us at:

🎡 Goulburn Show
🗓 7th March | 9am – 5pm
🗓 8th March | 9am – 3pm

🎡 Taralga Show
🗓 14th March | 9am – 2pm

Our crew will be there and would love to have a chat about what we do and how you can become a volunteer. Come down, meet the team, ask questions, and see if SES is right for you.

Make a difference in your community when it matters most.

We hope to see you there 🧡
— NSW SES Goulburn Unit

28/02/2026

📣In the wake of a brief yet severe storm that impacted Goulburn, we have completed all requests for assistance as of yesterday. ⛈️
The following statistics demonstrate our response efforts:

83 📞calls for assistance
4x crews from Goulburn plus flood rescue/support
5 crews from out of area (Sutton, Moss vale, Crookwell, Bungendore, Nowra)
2x 🏗️Cranes
960+ hours our volunteers contributed to the community by the crew on the ground.

👏We would like to thank the muliple people that called in regarding a trampoline rolling down the road 🛣️ . It helped us track it down even though it ended up on an unsuspecting roof.

Crews worked continuously from Wednesday to Friday evening⏱️. We are grateful for the understanding of residents who were disturbed by chainsaws in the early hours, enabling our teams to carry out their work😴. Although we endeavour to prioritise tasks, delays may occur, and for this, we are sorry.

🫵We welcome interested individuals to join our team in various capacities, including field operations, incident control centres and logistics. Even if it’just to help us on the big days.

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🧡Thank you to the other service that came to the aid as well.

NSW SES
NSW SES South Eastern Zone
Enviro Trees
Goulburn Mulwaree Council
Essential Energy
The Hume Police District
NSW SES Nowra Unit
NSW SES Bungendore
NSW SES Moss Vale Unit
NSW SES - Sutton Unit
NSW SES - Crookwell Unit
NSW RFS - Goulburn Brigade
Kristy McBain MP
Wendy Tuckerman MP
Goulburn Post
93.5 Eagle FM
GNFM Goulburn

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