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The Centre for Volunteering has recognised the remarkable contributions of Kamala Wheeler, Leading Senior Operator at the Moree NSW State Emergency Service (SES) Unit, naming her the 2025 Adult Volunteer of the Year. 
Photo of NSW SES leader Kamala Wheeler named adult volunteer of the year
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The future of storm and flood response by the NSW State Emergency Service (SES) has been showcased to Sydney volunteers, giving them a chance to test the latest technology and specialist vehicles being deployed across the state.
Photo of high-mobility rescue vehicles
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Wollongong NSW State Emergency Service (NSW SES) volunteers are proving every day that when communities embrace inclusion, everyone benefits.
NSW SES Volunteer photo with Kyle Neilson, Lauren Neilson and Michelle Stewart
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One of the busiest regions for flood and storm response has a new NSW State Emergency Service (SES) Zone Commander, who will continue to expand and enhance operational response throughout the region. 
 new NSW SES North Eastern Zone Commander Rhys Gloury
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Flood rescue capabilities were put to the test over the weekend during  a  NSW State Emergency Service (SES) exercise, preparing first responders for future weather events in the Riverina.   
3 NSW SES volunteers in a rescue flood boat laughing and smiling on the water.
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The NSW State Emergency Service (SES) is urging communities across the state to know their risk and stay safe as summer begins, following last week’s severe thunderstorms. 
A family of four in front of a home holding a shovel with a ladder behind them.
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Bravery, quick-thinking and decades of dedication from NSW State Emergency Service (SES) volunteers across the Riverina has been recognised at an awards ceremony.
volunteers recognised for heroic efforts during major flood response group photo
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The NSW State Emergency Service (SES) is continuing clean-up efforts after severe thunderstorms caused widespread damage across the state yesterday.
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The NSW State Emergency Service (SES) is continuing to clean up storm damage and respond to more than 2,260 calls for assistance from the community after severe thunderstorms impacted much of the state on Wednesday.
Storm damage update 26 Nov 2025
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NSW State Emergency Service (SES) is warning communities to remain vigilant as severe weather continues to impact large parts of the state. 
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