NSW SES Tamworth Unit

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The NSW State Emergency Service (SES) is an emergency, preparedness and response service dedicated to assisting the community of NSW. It is made up almost entirely of volunteers, with 229 units located throughout the state. The units comprise of approximately 10,000 volunteer members, who are easily identified by their distinctive orange overalls. While our core responsibilities are for flood, sto

rm and tsunami operations, the NSW SES also provides support to general rescue efforts in the State. This includes Road Crash Rescue (RCR), Vertical Rescue (VR), Urban Search and Rescue (USR), evidence searches (both metropolitan and rural) and other forms of specialist rescue that may be required due to local threats. Volunteers in a number of isolated communities have also been trained as Community First Responders by the Ambulance Service of New South Wales. The Service's trained rescuers also support the full-time emergency services during major disasters. The NSW SES assists other emergency services when they are performing major operations. These services include the NSW Police Force, the NSW Rural Fire Service, Fire and Rescue NSW and the Ambulance Service of NSW. The NSW SES also partners with local communities through Community Engagement programs like FloodSafe, StormSafe and TsunamiSafe. These programs are supported by strategies and resources, are delivered locally through a range of activities and events and are a priority for the NSW SES. The aim is to engage at-risk communities on preparedness, response and recovery measures so that there is no loss of life and impacts caused by these events are minimised. This in turn builds community resilience to floods, storms and tsunami. For further information visit the NSW SES website at http://www.ses.nsw.gov.au/

It's been a busy week for both regular training and currency training nights.Let's start with our training night, where ...
21/08/2026

It's been a busy week for both regular training and currency training nights.

Let's start with our training night, where we had some awards presented and rank ups announced.

Alby was presented with a Flood Citation.

Fiona, our Unit Commander, has ranked up and appointed Local Commander for the Peel area. Yvonne has stepped up from Deputy Unit Commander to Acting Unit Commander.

Congratulations to you all!

Now off to some currency training, some of you may have seen our SES volunteers undertaking Flood Rescue currency training in the Peel River over the past few weeks. This training is important, as it not only keeps our volunteers current but also challenges their skills in a controlled training environment.

Volunteer Leadership Opportunity – Local CommanderAre you passionate about your community and ready to make a meaningful...
19/06/2026

Volunteer Leadership Opportunity – Local Commander

Are you passionate about your community and ready to make a meaningful difference?

NSW SES is seeking applications for the volunteer position of Local Commander, supporting our communities across Tamworth, Manilla, Barraba and Nundle.

As a Local Commander, you'll play a key role in leading volunteers, building capability, strengthening community resilience, and supporting emergency operations within your local area.

Whether you're an existing volunteer looking to take the next step or a community-minded leader seeking a rewarding challenge, we encourage you to apply.

📍 Areas covered: Tamworth, Manilla, Barraba and Nundle
📍 Volunteer Position – Local Commander

Your community needs leaders. Could that leader be you?

For more information and application details, visit: https://ow.ly/l3ch50ZeuFf.

🌈 It’s pride month! 🌈We want to celebrate all the members in the community who identify as LGBTQIA+
12/06/2026

🌈 It’s pride month! 🌈

We want to celebrate all the members in the community who identify as LGBTQIA+

10/06/2026

On this thank a first responder day we want to take the time to thank all our volunteers for their work and all our teammates in other emergency services 🧡

09/02/2026
22/01/2026

The NSW SES will be at the TCMF Riverside campgrounds around 1pm today. We will be using our drone to take some footage of the campsites, don't be alarmed this is just for training and local footage. If you see the drone, give us a wave.

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15/12/2025

The NSW SES extends our deepest condolences to the victims, families, friends and loved ones affected by yesterday’s tragic attack at Bondi Beach.

We acknowledge the extraordinary bravery shown by emergency services and everyday Australians who, in the face of danger, put others first.

The NSW SES stands in solidarity with the Jewish community and all those impacted by this horrific event.

Today, we join the nation and the world in mourning. The road to recovery will be long, but we will walk it together, with strength and unity.

12/12/2025

The Bureau of Meteorology is advising that much of NSW is at risk of thunderstorm activity today, with some regions likely to experience severe storms.

Large hail, damaging winds, and intense rainfall are possible across the western ranges, slopes and plains, as well as parts of the northern and central coast. Some storm cells may produce heavy, slow-moving rainfall, leading to flash flooding, particularly across the Illawarra, Sydney Metropolitan Area, Hunter and southern Mid North Coast.

Please remember: If it’s flooded, forget it.

Thunderstorms are already active in parts of Sydney, the Illawarra and the Alpine region, and storm activity may continue late into tonight and into early Saturday, with a possible redevelopment of storms in the far west as a cold front approaches. Conditions can change quickly, and storms may form with little notice, so please stay alert for updates. We’ll continue to share new information as it becomes available.

We’re encouraging everyone to take a few moments now to get storm ready
• Secure or pack away loose outdoor items
• Park vehicles away from trees where possible
• Clear gutters and drains
• Trim low or overhanging branches that could cause damage in strong winds

For assistance from NSW SES, call 132 500.

For life-threatening emergencies, call 000 immediately.
Stay safe, everyone. 🌩️⚡️

NSW SES Tamworth Unit
NSW SES Gunnedah Unit
NSW SES Armidale Unit
NSW SES Barraba Unit
NSW SES Manilla Unit
NSW SES Liverpool Plains Shire
NSW SES Tambar Springs Unit
NSW SES Moree Unit
NSW SES - Ashford Unit
NSW SES Inverell Unit
NSW SES Garah Unit
Guyra SES Unit
NSW SES Walcha Unit
NSW SES Glen Innes
NSW SES Deepwater Unit
NSW SES - Tenterfield Unit
Bingara NSW SES
Tamworth Regional Council
Gunnedah Shire Council
Armidale Regional Council
Moree Plains Shire Council
Glen Innes Severn Council
Narrabri Shire
7NEWS New England
ABC New England North West
Roy Butler MP
Kevin Anderson MP

11/12/2025

The Bureau of Meteorology is advising that our region may still see thunderstorms throughout this evening and into tomorrow, with some areas at risk of severe storm activity.
There is also the potential for intense rainfall from certain storm cells, which could lead to rapid river rises and flash flooding. Please remember: If it’s flooded, forget it.
We’re encouraging everyone to take a few moments to get storm-ready. Secure or pack away loose items around your property, park vehicles away from trees where possible, clear gutters, and trim any low or overhanging branches that could cause damage in strong winds.
Storm activity may continue into tomorrow and possibly Saturday. Conditions can change quickly, and storms may form with little notice, so please keep an eye on updates, we’ll share new information as soon as we have it.
If you need help from NSW SES, call 132 500. For life-threatening situations, dial 000 immediately.
Stay safe, everyone.
🌧️⚡️

NSW SES Tamworth Unit
NSW SES Gunnedah Unit
NSW SES Armidale Unit
NSW SES Barraba Unit
NSW SES Manilla Unit
NSW SES Liverpool Plains Shire
NSW SES Tambar Springs Unit
NSW SES Boggabri Unit
NSW SES Narrabri Unit
NSW SES Wee Waa Unit
NSW SES Moree Unit
NSW SES - Ashford Unit
NSW SES Inverell Unit
NSW SES Warialda Unit
NSW SES Garah Unit
Guyra SES Unit
NSW SES Walcha Unit
NSW SES Glen Innes
NSW SES Deepwater Unit
NSW SES - Tenterfield Unit
Bingara NSW SES
Tamworth Regional Council
Gunnedah Shire Council
Armidale Regional Council
Moree Plains Shire Council
Glen Innes Severn Council
7NEWS New England
ABC New England North West
Roy Butler MP
Kevin Anderson MP

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