Quaama Volunteer Bushfire Brigade

14/04/2026

🔥Planning a pile burn on your property this long weekend?
📝Have you notified the RFS and your neighbours?
📏Does your pile meet the Pile Burning Standards of 2x2x1.5?

Notifications are to be submitted online at www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/notify

💲Penalties apply for failing to notify.

🐰We hope you have a safe and wonderful easter🐰

📷 J. Tonge

Bega Valley Shire Council
Eurobodalla Shire Council

14/04/2026

14/04/2026

🔥Hazard Reduction - Nerrigundah 13/4/26

NSW RFS will be undertaking a planned Hazard Reduction at Nerrigundah starting Monday 13th 2026.

Smoke may settle in the surrounding area while the burn is being conducted.

📱To keep up to date with what is happening in your area use the Hazards Near Me app

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Bega Valley Shire Council
Eurobodalla Shire Council
NSW RFS South Eastern Area Command
Fire & Rescue NSW Region South 1

14/04/2026

Residents of Bega Valley – Awareness

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service will continue important hazard reduction burns in the Bournda Nature Reserve area, near Wallagoot, and the Yellow Pinch Dam area near Wolumla.

As part of this weeks planned operations, a helicopter will be working around Moncks Creek and Yellow Pinch as fire is brought down to established control lines. The aircraft will be operating with a bucket and undertaking water drops in the area.

It’s important to note:

The fires remain within planned containment lines
The use of aircraft and water drops is a planned and controlled part of the operation
This work is being undertaken to reduce future fire risk and protect local communities
You may see smoke, hear aircraft, and notice increased activity in the area today.

We appreciate the community’s understanding while this important work continues.


Bega Valley Shire Council
NSW RFS South Eastern Area Command

14/04/2026

🚨 Escaped Burns on the Rise 🚨

Over the past week, crews across the district have been called to multiple escaped burns.

If you light it — you own it.
You are responsible until it is completely out.

With winds picking up, what starts as a simple burn can turn into a serious incident fast — putting your neighbours, property, and firefighters at risk.

Fines may apply if your burn gets out of control.

❗ Stay with your burn at ALL times — no exceptions.

Don’t be the reason crews are called out.

🔥 Burn smart. Do it right.

✔ Check conditions before lighting
✔ Never leave it unattended
✔ Have water and tools ready
✔ Make sure it’s fully extinguished

Let’s work together to keep our community safe.

fans
Bega Valley Shire Council
Eurobodalla Shire Council
Fire & Rescue NSW Region South 1
South Coast Police District