NSW SES Yamba Unit, 34 Fairtrader Drive, Yamba (2026)

10/06/2026

‘THANK YOU FIRST RESPONDERS’

Today, 10 June, we recognise Thank a First Responder Day.

NSW SES Yamba Unit is proud to stand alongside all first responders, paid and volunteer, who dedicate themselves to keeping our communities safe.

Our volunteers don't just serve the Yamba area.

NSW SES Yamba Unit volunteers support other units across that Clarence Valley & beyond.

From storm and flood response, Road Crash Rescue, General Land Rescue, Large Animal Rescue, Flood Rescue to land search and the many volunteers behind the scenes supporting our field crews, the commitment of our volunteers extends far beyond our own backyard, and we couldn't be prouder of each and every one of them.

We also extend our thanks to the families, employers, and community members whose support makes it all possible.

Behind every volunteer is a network of people who make their service possible.

We would also like to thank our other Emergency Service partners whom our volunteers work with side by side

NSW RFS - Gulmarrad Brigade NSW RFS - Woombah Brigade NSW RFS - Clarence Valley District
Iluka Rural Fire Service
Coffs-Clarence Police District NSW Fire and Rescue NSW Station 372 Maclean
Fire and Rescue NSW Station 510 Yamba Surf Lifesaving Club and many other agencies!

If you see a first responder today, take a moment to say thank you.

Clarence Valley NSW SES
Rivers NSW SES
Kevin Hogan MP
Richie Williamson MP
Jihad Dib MP

Clarence Valley Council

31/05/2026

** Volunteer Appreciation Post **

This weekend units across the Clarence Valley came together at NSW SES Yamba Unit to complete their foundational training.

In the lead up to this weekend, these volunteers completed components of this training during their unit training nights and came together this weekend to bring all this together & assessment on what they have learnt.

This weekend covered foundational skills including:

- Using Communications (radios etc)
- Using our tasking/despatch program in the field
- Using Fire Equipment
- Using Ladders, power tools & equipment safely
- Scene Safety & preservation
- Working Together in a Team environment
- Looking after yourself operationally
- More

They also got to work with their fellow volunteers from different units across the Clarence Valley.

We thank these members as well as our volunteer trainers, SME’s, Helpers & catering team for your time & dedication to your community this weekend.

“Your Community, Your Crew - always ready!”

NSW SES
Clarence Valley NSW SES
Northern Rivers NSW SES
NSW SES Lawrence Unit
NSW SES Maclean Unit
NSW SES Grafton City Unit
Kevin Hogan MP
Richie Williamson MP
We Love Yamba
Clarence Valley Council
Clarence Valley Independent
The Daily Examiner
Radio 2GF Grafton - Maclean - Yamba
TLC FM 93.5
Yamba

27/05/2026

⛈️Thunderstorms are forecast across the region today and into this evening. We can expect to see heavy rainfall leading to flash flooding. Damaging winds and large hail may also occur.

🚗Please drive to conditions and keep off the roads if you can.

🚫Steer clear of flood waters. If you come across a flooded road, turn around and find an alternative route.

📲Download Hazards Near Me or visit the NSW SES website to stay up to date with warnings and information.

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

Issued at 9:45am AEST on Thursday 28 May 2026

26/05/2026

🌧️ Wet weather is forecast for this week. Here at the NSW SES we are monitoring the conditions and making plans.

Here are some things you could do:
📲 Download Hazards Near Me to stay informed.
📻 Listen to your local radio stations for weather updates.
🏡Prepare your home and garden for potential storms.
🚗 Check road conditions before you drive.
🧑‍🤝‍🧑Check on your neighbours to see if they need any assistance.

19/05/2026

🧡 Happy WOW Day 2026 🧡

Today is about you, our volunteers dressed in Orange!!!

Across the NSW SES, around than 11,000 members give their time, energy and heart to their communities... not just on the job, but in the moments no one else sees.

The late nights.
The training weekends.
The quiet check‑ins.
The commitment to each other and to the people we serve.

When the community calls, they find you: calm, capable and kind.

So, thank you – for all you have done and all you continue to do.

👉 How you can get involved today:

• Comment your photos below and tell us how you’re celebrating WOW Day 🧡📸

• Share the love with your SES fam on the Thank You Wall: https://my.walls.io/wowday2026

19/05/2026

🚨🚨 SHOW SUPPORT FOR OUR VOLUNTEERS 🚨 🚨

Tomorrow Wednesday 20th May, 2026 our communities are encouraged to wear orange as part of Wear Orange Wednesday (WOW Day), showing support for the more than 11,000 NSW State Emergency Service (SES) volunteers who respond to floods, storms and other emergencies across the state.

In the past year alone, NSW SES volunteers contributed almost 900,000 volunteer hours, responding to more than 61,000 incidents, including over 45,000 storm-related requests for assistance and more than 1,100 flood rescues.

WOW Day provides an important opportunity for the community to recognise the dedication of SES volunteers.

Our volunteers are everyday people doing extraordinary things,
they are part of the fabric of their towns and communities, giving up time with family, work and personal commitments to help others when it matters most.

Leave a message of support for your local volunteers from NSW SES Yamba Unit here or

WOW Day is also a chance to encourage more people to consider volunteering.

“Volunteering with the NSW SES is a rewarding way to learn new skills, connect with others and make a real difference in your community.”

“Volunteering with the NSW SES is a rewarding way to connect with others, develop new skills, and be there for your community when it matters.”

“You don’t need previous experience, just a willingness to learn and a commitment to your community.”

Tap the link below to register your interest and start your life-changing volunteer journey today!

Register your interest here:
https://forms.office.com/r/pzi0xvYJYX

Tag a mate to come along too and share this with your friends and family - as a team (including you!), we can achieve great things!!!!

- We provide everything you need FREE OF CHARGE including:
- Uniforms
- PPE
- Nationally recognised state
of the art training
- Transport to & from training
courses (if not held locally)

Richie Williamson MP
Northern Rivers NSW SES
Clarence Valley NSW SES
NSW SES
Yamba Notice Board

Clarence Valley Council
Kevin Hogan MP
Yamba Buy, Sell & Swap
Radio 2GF Grafton - Maclean - Yamba
TLC FM 93.5
FM 1047
The Daily Examiner
Clarence Valley Community Information
We Love Yamba

18/05/2026

🌧️There is FLASH FLOODING currently occurring across the region.

🚫 If you come across a flooded road, stop, turn around, and find an alternative route.
🚗 Steer clear of floodwaters.
⛅ If possible, wait until day-light hours to travel.
🗺️ Motorists are urged to check road conditions before travelling and never drive through road closures.

For more information about road conditions visit: https://www.livetraffic.com/

15/05/2026

🚨🚨 APPRECIATION POST 🚨 🚨

A huge thank you ‘Darren’ ( a member of our community) for your generous donation of the car for us to use for Road Crash Rescue training as well as the continued support & generosity of Clarence Valley Tow Trucks for picking up & dropping off the vehicle to us totally free of charge!!

It’s generosity & support from our community that assists our volunteers to do what they do and to train to keep their skills sharp for when our communities need them most!

If you are able to assist us with any cars, trucks, machinery etc that we may be able to cut up… please reach out to us via message.

Clarence Valley NSW SES
Northern Rivers NSW SES
fans
Richie Williamson MP
NSW SES Yamba Unit
Clarence Valley Council
Yamba Notice Board
Kevin Hogan MP
Yamba Buy, Sell & Swap
NSW SES
Radio 2GF Grafton - Maclean - Yamba
FM 1047
TLC FM 93.5
We Love Yamba
Clarence Valley Community Information
Clarence Valley Independent
The Daily Examiner

15/05/2026

WET WEATHER AHEAD
☔️🌂🌧️⛈️

To our community,

Heads Up…. It might be time to organise a plan b for outdoor activities this weekend! ☔️😬

Showers and thunderstorms are forecast throughout Sunday-Tuesday, so we recommend monitoring conditions over the coming days.

Coastal rainfall is expected to increase with a focus along the north coast. There is a potential for localised moderate to heavy falls which could cause flash flooding.

📲 Download Hazards Near Me https://www.nsw.gov.au/emergency/hazards-near-me-app or visit the NSW SES website https://www.ses.nsw.gov.au/ to stay up to date with warnings and information, especially as the weather moves through and may affect other areas.

LIKE & FOLLOW our local NSW SES Yamba Unit page for local information & warnings!!!

Our members are ready to respond to any calls for assistance, but we ask the community to be prepared too.

🚫 Steer clear of floodwater - If you come across a flooded road, turn around and find an alternative route. Remember that flash flooding is dangerous and unpredictable, so stay vigilant.

🔸 Move your car under cover or away from trees and powerlines if safe to do so.

🔸Prepare early… this will ensure you are prepared and may free up our volunteers to assist others in need that can’t help themselves.

🔸 Keep clear of creeks and storm drains

🔸 If you are trapped by flash flooding, seek refuge in the highest available place and ring Triple Zero (000) if you need rescue

🔸 Stay indoors away from windows, and keep children and pets indoors as well.

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

fans
Richie Williamson MP
Northern Rivers NSW SES
Clarence Valley NSW SES
Clarence Valley Council
Kevin Hogan MP
Yamba Notice Board
Yamba Buy, Sell & Swap
NSW SES
Radio 2GF Grafton - Maclean - Yamba
FM 1047
TLC FM 93.5
Clarence Valley Community Information
Pat Conaghan MP
Clarence Valley Independent
The Daily Examiner

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