Fire and Rescue NSW has recognised Inverell fire captain Robbie Wighton for his exemplary leadership in supporting Mental Health and wellbeing. Mr Wighton, along with Captain Dave Welsh from Gunnedah and Narrabri Firefighter Jason Anderson, were presented a...
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RFS Issues Thunderstorm Warning
A warning has been issued by the NSW Rural Fire Service Northern Tablelands Team in relation to storm activity in the region. With storms forecast over the coming days, its important residents remain vigilant for signs of fire once the storms have passed. In a social...
Firefighters Urge Community to Spring Clean as Weather Heats Up
Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) is urging the community to spring clean and reduce fire hazards in and around the home during the warmer months. While winter is over, the changing weather brings a new range of fire risks. Firefighters attended 1,005 residential fires...
Busy Long Weekend for Firefighters
Firefighters were kept busy over the long weekend working to contain a fire that broke out along Yetman Rd at Wallangra on Saturday Fire crews were assisted by helicopters and heavy plant equipment to try and contain the fire which burned up to 5 hectares. NSW RFS...
Council Endorses Updated Bushfire Prone Land Mapping
Uralla Shire Council has endorsed an updated Bush Fire Prone Land (BFPL) Map prepared by the NSW Rural Fire Service (RFS), marking an important step in ensuring planning and development decisions across the shire continue to reflect current bushfire hazard...
Firefighters Continue Work on Multiple Fires Across the Inverell and Tenterfield Areas
The NSW Rural Fire Service (RFS) continues to manage 10 bush and grass fires across the Inverell and Tenterfield Local Government Areas, including a new fire ignited by storm activity on Sunday. All fires are currently burning under an Advice alert level, however...
Fire Permits Suspended
The NSW Rural Fire service Northern Tablelands team have advised Fire permits in the Inverell and Tenterfield LGAs have been suspended until further notice. The Rifle Range Rd Fire near Inverell while contained still has active hot spots and there are still several...
Rifle Range Rd Fire Update
Posted:23/09/2026 16:54 The fire is currently more than 1,400 ha and is not yet controlled. Current Situation The fire is burning within containment lines, with some active fire along the southern edge in the vicinity of Old Armidale Road. Firefighters supported by...
Rifle Range Rd Fire Update
Advice: Rifle Range Rd Fire (Inverell LGA) - Monitor Conditions: Elsmore Road, Stannifer township, Gilgai township and Bundarra Road Posted: 22/09/2026 16:18 The fire is currently more than 1,340 ha and is burning in multiple directions. Current Situation The...





