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01/06/2026

Cudgegong District Medal Ceremony 2026

On Friday evening, members from across the Cudgegong District gathered to recognise the dedication, commitment and service of our volunteers at the annual Medal Ceremony.

Mudgee HQ Brigade was proud to have several members recognised for their contributions to the Rural Fire Service and our local community.

🏅 Alan “Yowie” Selman AFSM was awarded a Cudgegong District Exceptional Service Plaque, recognising his outstanding contribution to the Rural Fire Service over nearly 50 years of service. Yowie has held numerous leadership positions throughout his career, including Captain, President, Training Officer and Group Officer for 24 years. His commitment, knowledge, mentorship and leadership have left a lasting impact on Mudgee HQ Brigade, the Cudgegong District and the wider NSW Rural Fire Service.

Also recognised were:

🏅 Barry Stait – Long Service Medal 3rd Clasp (42 Years)

🏅 Andrew Hamilton – Long Service Medal (19 Years)

🏅 Mark Collins – Long Service Medal (19 Years)

🏅 Liam Tallant – Long Service Medal (12 Years)

🏅 Dearne Midson – Long Service Medal (11 Years)

🏅 Katrina Dunshea – Long Service Medal (10 Years)

Members able to attend on the night included Alan Selman, Dearne Midson and Katrina Dunshea, while Captain Andrew Selman proudly accepted awards on behalf of members who were unable to attend.

Congratulations to all recipients from across the Cudgegong District who were recognised throughout the evening. Thank you to all our volunteers for your ongoing commitment, dedication and service to our communities.

📸 - Nick Pearce Media

31/05/2026

Now is the time to check your smoke alarms, no matter if you live in town or out.

01/05/2026

Today, 30 April marks the end of the Bush Fire Danger Period for all Local Government Areas (LGAs) across NSW, with Gwydir, Mid-Western, Moree Plains and Narrabri ending their fire restrictions today.

While landholders no longer require a fire permit, you are still required to notify the and your neighbours at least 24 hours before lighting a fire. To notify the RFS, please complete the online form available on our website: www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/notify

Please note that in some areas, you may still need an environmental permit from your local council or permit from Fire and Rescue NSW. You must also be aware of restrictions on the size and materials permitted in burn piles.

For more information on safe pile burning, visit the website: www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/safeburning

24/04/2026

Today we pause to remember the ANZACs, their courage, sacrifice, and the legacy they left for generations. We honour those who served, those who fell, and those who came home changed forever. Lest We Forget. 🌺

22/04/2026

With this week being NSW Youth Week 2026 and the theme 'Dream. Do. Dare.' It just has RFS written all over it.

We’re giving a HUGE shoutout to our very own legends, the Mudgee HQ RFS Juniors! 👏

These young guns don’t just show up, they show up big. Whether it’s lending a hand at community events, answering that fire call, or just being absolute team players, they represent everything the RFS stands for.

And if that wasn’t enough, they brought home 2nd place overall at the Australian Cadet Championship 2025! 🥈🔥 Not bad for a bunch of “kids,” hey? 😉

Their teamwork, courage, and dedication make us seriously proud (and maybe just a little bit competitive… we’re coming for 1st next time 👀).

Thinking about trying something new? Want to step out of your comfort zone, learn some real life skills, and make mates for life? This is your sign.

📍 Our next Training Date:
🗓 Monday 27th April
⏰ 6:00pm
📌 54 Depot Road, Mudgee

We welcome juniors from anywhere within the Cudgegong District or Mid Western Regional Council area, including Mudgee, Gulgong, Kandos, Rylstone and surrounding brigade areas.

No experience needed, just bring yourself (and maybe a sense of humor… we’ve got plenty of that covered 😄).

👕 What to wear to start
New juniors are encouraged to come along for the first few weeks to see if it’s for them. Just wear:
• Enclosed shoes
• Long pants
• Long sleeves

📩 Interested or have questions?
Message this page or comment below 👇🏼

NSW RFS - Cudgegong District

NSW Rural Fire Service

02/04/2026

🔥 Wanting to light a fire this weekend?

Make sure you follow the rules for wherever you are this weekend ⬇️

For those in the Mid-Western Regional Council area:

🔥 The Bush Fire Danger Period is still in place meaning Fire Permits are still required for hazard reduction (including bonfires) and agricultural burns.

🔥Fire Permits are not required for fires for the purpose of cooking food, provided that:
✅ the fire is in a permanently constructed fireplace;
✅ at a site surrounded by ground that is cleared of all combustible materials for a distance of at least two metres all around;
✅ the fire is completely extinguished before leaving.

For much of our district, it is still very dry and it is not taking much for grass fires to take hold and risk threatening property. Please follow the rules so our volunteers can enjoy their weekend at home with their family and friends.

More information can be found here:
https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/fire-information/BFDP

If you’re travelling this weekend, be safe on our roads.

🐰🐣 Happy Easter to you and your families from the NSW RFS Cudgegong District 🚒

30/03/2026

🔥 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐡 𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐞 𝐃𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐫 𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐨𝐝 𝐄𝐗𝐓𝐄𝐍𝐃𝐄𝐃 🔥
𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐥 1𝐬𝐭 𝐌𝐚𝐲 - 𝑪𝑼𝑫𝑮𝑬𝑮𝑶𝑵𝑮 𝑫𝑰𝑺𝑻𝑹𝑰𝑪𝑻
Mid-Western Regional Council LGA

Despite the easing of restrictions across much of the state, the Bush Fire Danger Period remains in place across the Mid-Western area due to areas of dry and increased fuel loads.

Fire permits are still required for any burning activities until midnight, 30 April 2026 and it is important that residents continue to take a cautious and well-prepared approach to burning activities.

Across the district, we have had four grass fires in the last week which had the potential to threaten property if it wasn’t for the quick response of RFS volunteers.

Residents planning to burn off can request a permit and notify their local brigade using the online tool at www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/notify or contact the Fire Control Centre on (02) 6370 9800.

Orana Mid-Western Police District Fire and Rescue NSW Station 312 Gulgong Fire and Rescue NSW Station 387 Mudgee Fire and Rescue NSW Station 342 Kandos

28/03/2026

Brilliant teamwork between all brigades and agencies.

10/03/2026

🔥 JOIN THE MUDGEE HQ RFS JUNIORS 🔥

Are you aged 12 to 16 and keen to try something new, exciting and rewarding?

After a huge year in 2025, including a 2nd place finish at the Australian Fire Cadet Championships, the Mudgee HQ RFS Juniors are looking to recruit new members as we build our numbers and start preparing for Championships 2027 🚒

👉 You don’t have to live in Mudgee.
We welcome juniors from anywhere within the Cudgegong District or Mid Western Regional Council area, including Mudgee, Gulgong, Kandos, Rylstone and surrounding brigade areas.

No experience is needed. Many of our past juniors started with zero firefighting knowledge and have gone on to become confident, well trained and reliable firefighters once they move into the senior ranks.

👩‍🚒 What’s involved?
• Fun hands on training
• Learning firefighting and teamwork skills
• Making great mates
• Building confidence and leadership
• Working towards competitions and championships

📅 Training details
🕕 Monday nights, during school terms, fortnightly, 6 to 8 pm
📍 Mudgee HQ Station, 54 Depot Rd, Mudgee

👀 First open training night for new juniors:
Monday 23 March

New juniors are invited to come along and try it out, with a range of fun training activities planned for the night.

Parents are also very welcome to attend, meet the trainers and learn more about how the Juniors program works.

The Juniors program will then recommence in Term 2, with regular fortnightly training sessions.

👕 What to wear to start
New juniors are encouraged to come along for the first few weeks to see if it’s for them. Just wear:
• Enclosed shoes
• Long pants
• Long sleeves

Once they decide to join as an RFS Junior, all required PPE and protective clothing is supplied by the RFS.

📩 Interested or have questions?
Message this page or comment below 👇🏼

Come along, give it a go and be part of something bigger 🔥

NSW RFS - Cudgegong District
NSW Rural Fire Service

Real FM Mudgee
2MG Mudgee

03/03/2026

🔥 Fire Permit Suspension Lifted 🔥

The NSW RFS Cudgegong District advises that the recent suspension on Fire Permits has now been lifted in the Mid-Western Regional Council LGA.

Fire permits are once again required for any burning activities where they normally apply. If you’re planning to conduct a burn, please ensure you:

✔️ Obtain a Fire Permit (link below or through your local Brigade Permit Officer)
✔️ Follow all Permit conditions
✔️ Notify all Neighbours and Local Authorities 24 hours prior
✔️ Monitor weather conditions and ensure you burn safely.

Thank you for your patience and cooperation during the suspension period. Your support helps keep our communities safe.

For information about fire permits, including how to apply and your responsibilities, visit the NSW Rural Fire Service website:
👉 https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/plan-and-prepare/know-your-risk/Bush-fire-hazards-and-your-property/fire-permits

Real FM Mudgee 2MG Mudgee Red Dirt Radio 87.6 Mudgee Guardian Fire and Rescue NSW Station 387 Mudgee Fire and Rescue NSW Station 312 Gulgong Fire and Rescue NSW Station 342 Kandos

Address

54 Depot Road
Mudgee, NSW
2850

Website

http://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/about-us/our-districts/cudgegong

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