Fire and Rescue NSW's purpose is to enhance community safety, quality of life and confidence by minimising the impact of hazards and emergency incidents on the people, environment and economy of New South Wales. As one of the world’s largest urban fire and rescue services, we manage fire emergencies in NSW’s major cities and towns. We respond to rescues, hazardous materials incidents and possible terrorism activities across the State. We work with other government agencies to minimise the impact of bushfires, storms, floods, landslides, building collapses, motor vehicle accidents and other emergencies. We also run prevention and preparedness programs to prevent these emergencies and reduce their impact on the community.
Seniors fire safety - Better safe than sorry
People aged 65 years and over are the highest fire risk group in the community. In 2010, FRNSW attended 25 fatal residential fires. Nine of these fatalities were aged 65 years and over... read more
Install smoke alarms in caravans and campervans now
It's essential for people to install smoke alarms in caravans, campervans and other moveable dwellings where people sleep, following regulation changes from 25 February 2011. Information Hotline: 1800 151 614 ... read more
Current campaigns
- For all concerns regarding building fire safety compliance, please contact:
Fire and Rescue NSW Building Compliance (02) 9742 7400 Monday to Friday, 7am to 5pm
Further information can be found here.
Retained firefighters
All the information you need to know about joining the Fire and Rescue NSW as a part-time firefighter. Learn about how to become an retained firefighter
New name for the NSW Fire Brigades
On 1 January 2011 the NSW Fire Brigades (NSWFB) changed its name to Fire and Rescue NSW.
Learn more about our name change to Fire and Rescue NSW
Latest news
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Fire & Rescue NSW remembers Christchurch one year on
Fire & Rescue NSW (FRNSW) will be represented at a memorial service today in Christchurch, marking one year since a 6.3 magnitude earthquake hit Christchurch and devastated much of the...
Wednesday 22nd February 2012 -
Lower Blue Mts Community Fire Unit members' dedication recognised
Fire & Rescue NSW (FRNSW) Commissioner Greg Mullins praised the commitment and efforts of Lower Blue Mountains Community Fire Unit members at a special address and medal presentation at Lawson...
Tuesday 21st February 2012 -
Shire Community Fire Unit members' dedication recognised
Fire & Rescue NSW (FRNSW) Metropolitan South Area Commander, Chief Superintendent Gerry Byrne, recently presented Long Service and Good Conduct Medals to 63 Community Fire Unit (CFU) members from the...
Monday 20th February 2012 -
New $364,000 fire engine for Mortdale
Fire protection and emergency response in Southern Sydney has been enhanced with the hand over of a new $364,000 fire engine to Mortdale Fire Station. Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) Commissioner...
Saturday 4th February 2012 -
Australia Day Honours for Captain Mervyn Reed
Fire & Rescue NSW (FRNSW) Commissioner Greg Mullins today congratulated Tocumwal resident, Captain Mervyn Reed, on being named in this year’s Australia Day Honours. Captain Mervyn Reed was one of three...
Friday 27th January 2012 -
Australia Day Honours for Chief Superintendent Murgatroyd
Fire & Rescue NSW (FRNSW) Commissioner Greg Mullins today congratulated Bonville resident, Chief Superintendent Peter Murgatroyd, on being named in this year’s Australia Day Honours. Chief Superintendent Murgatroyd was one of...
Friday 27th January 2012
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Chief Superintendent Rob McNeil stresses the importance of checking the gas hose and connections on your barbeque.