Sunnyside Rural Fire Brigade

31/07/2026

07/10/2025

LOCAL FIRE BAN NOW IN PLACE TILL 21/10/2025

From RFSQ Mackay: Local Fire Ban Midnight 7/10/25 - Midnight 21/10/25

Please be advised due to continued unfavorable weather conditions, a Local Fire Ban will commence from midnight Tuesday, 7th October through till midnight Tuesday, 21st October for Mackay and Whitsunday Regional Council Areas.

All current permits are suspended with the exception of Cane burning permits

Cane can be burnt from 6PM -5AM. The ban exempts the burning of cane under the notification and for issued permits.

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03/10/2025

It can be easy to assume that you’re not at risk of bushfire.

But we know that’s not the case.

Much of Queensland is experiencing high fire danger, with parts of the south and central regions facing extreme risk, particularly in forested areas.

Hot and dry south westerly winds are sweeping across the state, creating conditions where fires can spread quickly and become difficult to control.

We’re asking everyone to take this risk seriously.

If you live near bushland, a fire could reach your doorstep in minutes.

Prepare your home now and make sure you have a bushfire escape plan in place.

📸 Mount Mee Rural Fire Brigade

19/09/2025

Prepare for bushfire season by reviewing the helpful tips outlined below.

Visit fire.qld.gov.au

30/08/2025

Sunnyside Rural responded to a fire in Oakenden today, posing a threat to a residence house and neighbouring properties. Please exercise caution when lighting fires and obtain a permit and follow the conditions of it, while ensuring awareness of suitable times and conditions before lighting.

30/08/2025

LISTEN UP QUEENSLANDERS 🔥

Today’s Fire Danger Rating is expected to reach HIGH across most of the state.

It takes just one spark to start a potentially dangerous bushfire, requiring a significant response from our crews.

If you live within the areas of high fire danger it’s important that you carefully consider any plans to use machinery around vegetation, such as for slashing or mowing.

If work does need to happen, make sure you have water on hand to immediately extinguish any small fires that may start.

Any fires should be reported immediately by calling Triple Zero (000).

29/08/2025

Hello to all, I’d like to use this opportunity of social media to annouce and invite everyone to the Sunnyside Rural Fire Station when events are held within the local community. As events are held a notice will be posted. Thank you.

Michael Germanotta
Secretary of Sunnyside Rural Fire Service