Mid North Coast NSW SES

13/04/2026

Come and join the SES across our region!

Our volunteers do incredible work supporting their communities during storms, floods, and emergencies—and they’re a fantastic group to be part of. Whether you’re looking to learn new skills, give back, or be part of a strong, supportive team, there’s a place for you in the SES. ses.nsw.gov.au/volunteer

20/03/2026

Join us to get up to speed on the latest news and information you need to know

20/03/2026

FLOOD WARNINGS SURVEY - MAY 2025 EVENT

Were you affected by the floods in the Mid North Coast of New South Wales in May 2025?

We want to hear your story.

An online survey is now open to share your story, with a chance to win a $150 Woolies voucher.

This independent research is funded by Natural Hazards Research Australia (NHRA), is being undertaken by Macquarie University, and is supported by NSW State Emergency Service (SES) and the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA).

We want to hear from anyone who was affected by the floods.

We are especially interested in hearing from people who received flood warnings or had to (or were told to) evacuate during the floods.

Every story is important.

Your input could influence future emergency management responses regarding flood warnings, flood evacuation procedures, and understanding of community vulnerabilities in order to improve safety and resilience to future flooding.

Every story counts. share yours by:

• Completing the anonymous survey here:
https://mquni.au1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_8kNOk0cSVi9hLwi

• If you’d prefer to talk with us, or would like to share in more detail, register your interest for an interview here:
https://mquni.au1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9S6OvNUQqmiG6Vw

To find out more about the project, visit: https://www.naturalhazards.com.au/floods2025


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ABC Mid North Coast
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MidCoast Community Flood Response
NBN Television
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Kempsey Shire Council
Port Macquarie Hastings Council
MidCoast Council
Mid North Coast Police District
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Robert Dwyer MP
Tanya Thompson MP
Michael Kemp MP
Natural Hazards Research Australia
National Emergency Management Agency

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24/02/2026

If you’ve ever felt that quiet pull to do something that truly matters — this might be it.

Joining the NSW State Emergency Service isn’t about being a hero. It’s about being willing.

Willing to learn.
Willing to train.
Willing to show up when your community needs you most.

From storms and floods to road crash rescue and community education, SES volunteers are everyday people who step forward in extraordinary moments. Teachers. Tradies. Parents. Students. Retirees. People just like you.

You don’t need experience — you’ll be trained and supported every step of the way. What matters most is commitment, teamwork, and a desire to serve something bigger than yourself.

Volunteering with the SES means:
• Gaining practical, real-world skills
• Building lifelong friendships
• Strengthening your leadership and resilience
• Making a genuine difference in your local community

Sometimes the call to serve is loud.
Sometimes it’s quiet.
But when the storm hits, you’ll be glad you answered it.

Join the SES. Because when it matters most, someone needs to show up. Join today at https://www.ses.nsw.gov.au/volunteer.

14/02/2026

🧡 See Yourself in Orange?

Have you ever thought about stepping up when your community needs you most?

The NSW State Emergency Service is looking for ordinary people ready to do extraordinary things.

Floods. Storms. Rescues. Supporting your neighbours when it matters most.

No experience needed — just commitment, teamwork, and heart.

Training is provided. Skills are built. Confidence grows.

See yourself in orange? Join us - https://www.ses.nsw.gov.au/volunteer

13/02/2026

🧡 Hey SES Members🧡

Just a little message to say… you’re amazing.

Every time you show up to training after a long day.
Every time you roll out in wild weather.
Every time you quietly help someone on what might be their worst day — it matters.

The orange isn’t just a uniform.
It’s kindness.
It’s courage.
It’s community.

Thank you for the early mornings, the late nights, the soggy boots, the teamwork, the laughs at muster, and the way you always have each other’s backs.

SES is special because of people like you.

Proud to stand alongside you. 🧡

28/01/2026

Want skills that matter and mates who’ve got your back? Join the SES and make a real difference where you live. 🚨🦺

Ready to challenge yourself and help your community? Apply today: www.ses.nsw.gov.au/volunteer

17/01/2026

Parts of Sydney, Hunter and Illawarra severe weather
Stay indoors
Watch and Act

The NSW SES is advising people in the following area(s) to STAY INDOORS due to heavy rainfall, intense rainfall, flash flooding:

- Newcastle
- Gosford
- Campbelltown
- Morisset
- Wyong
- Cessnock

The Bureau of Meteorology warns that, at 11:10 pm, VERY DANGEROUS THUNDERSTORMS likely to produce heavy, locally intense rainfall that may lead to dangerous and life-threatening flash flooding were detected near The Entrance, Terrigal and Dora Creek. These thunderstorms are moving towards the northwest. They are forecast to affect Gosford, Wyong and Toukley by 11:40 pm and Budgewoi, Somersby and Doyalson by 12:10 am.

Other severe thunderstorms likely to produce heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding were detected near Oran Park, Narellan, the Hawks Nest district and waters off Norah Head. They are forecast to affect Cobbity, Catherine Hill Bay and waters off Catherine Hill Bay by 11:40 pm and Swansea, Lake Macquarie and Silverdale by 12:10 am.

138.5 MM OF RAINFALL WAS RECORDED AT KULNURA IN THE 3 HOURS TO 9:15 PM.

125.5 mm of rainfall was recorded at Woy Woy in the 6 hours to 7:37 pm.

114.6 mm of rainfall was recorded at Mangrove Mountain in the 6 hours to 10:45 pm.

You should monitor the situation as it is constantly changing.

What are we expecting?

The Bureau of Meteorology advises HEAVY TO LOCALLY INTENSE RAINFALL ABOUT THE SOUTHWEST SYDNEY METROPOLITAN AREA AND HUNTER

Weather Situation: A trough along central parts of the coast is generating areas of showers and isolated thunderstorms, with some of these delivering heavy to intense rainfall.

VERY DANGEROUS THUNDERSTORMS are likely to produce heavy, locally intense rainfall that may lead to dangerous and life-threatening flash flooding in the warning area over the next several hours.

This event may change quickly. NSW SES will monitor the situation and update warnings if the situation changes.

View the full warning: https://hazardwatch.gov.au/a/6jhUIE

Download the Hazards Near Me App and set up ‘Watch Zones’ to receive warnings in real time. https://www.nsw.gov.au/emergency/hazards-near-me-app

For emergency assistance during a flood, storm or tsunami, call the NSW SES on 132 500. In a life-threatening emergency, call Triple Zero (000).

Post current at 11:24pm on Saturday 17th January 2026.

15/01/2026

Check out the latest weather update from the Bureau of Meteorology 👇
📲 Download the Hazards Near Me app to stay across warnings and information.

27/11/2025

⛈️ Storm Damage Update ⛈️

Over 400 incidents were reported to the NSW SES due to severe storms on Wednesday across the Central Coast, Hunter Coast, Hunter Valley and Mid-North Coast.

🦺 Crews are continuing to respond to fallen trees and significant roof and property damage.

⚡️ Over 12,000 properties are currently without power. Ausgrid are working to restore power to these areas. Assume all fallen powerlines are live and keep at least 8 metres away.

☔️ There is the potential for more storms this afternoon across the state. To stay up to date on information and warnings, download the Hazards Near Me app or visit the NSW SES website.

📱 If you require assistance in floods or storms, call the NSW SES on 132 500. In life threatening situations, call Triple Zero (000).

26/11/2025

Dungog and Surrounds severe weather
Stay indoors
Watch and Act

The NSW SES is advising people in the following area(s) to STAY INDOORS due to heavy rainfall, destructive winds, large hailstones, Flash Flooding:

- Dungog

106 km/h wind gust recorded at Merriwa at 01:52 pm.

109 km/h wind gust recorded at Dubbo at 12:25 pm.

111 km/h wind gust recorded at Trangie at 12:01 pm.

110 km/h wind gust recorded at Orange at 11:52 am.

98 km/h wind gust recorded at Parkes at 11:02 am.

You should monitor the situation as it is constantly changing.

What are we expecting?

The Bureau of Meteorology advises VERY DANGEROUS THUNDERSTORMS are likely to produce damaging, locally destructive winds, large hailstones and heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding over the next several hours in parts of the Hunter and Mid North Coast districts. Locations which may be affected include Dungog.

Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce damaging winds and large hailstones over the next several hours in the Hunter and parts of the Mid North Coast, Central Tablelands, North West Slopes and Plains, Central West Slopes and Plains and Upper Western districts

This event may change quickly. NSW SES will monitor the situation and update warnings if the situation changes.

View the full warning: https://hazardwatch.gov.au/a/Yi3Ga7

Download the Hazards Near Me App and set up ‘Watch Zones’ to receive warnings in real time. https://www.nsw.gov.au/emergency/hazards-near-me-app

For emergency assistance during a flood, storm or tsunami, call the NSW SES on 132 500. In a life-threatening emergency, call Triple Zero (000).

Post current at 2:14pm on Wednesday 26th November 2025.