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NSW communities face increased risk of rain and storms until the end of the year, with communities urged to take advantage of breaks in the weather to check emergency plans and prepare homes. 

If you swing by the NSW State Emergency Service (SES) Cooranbong Unit on a Wednesday morning, chances are you’ll find 83-year-old Robert “Bob” Drewer tinkering with radios while his wife is at the hairdresser. 

NSW State Emergency Service (SES) crews are supporting clean-up operations as severe weather conditions continue to ease across the state.

The NSW State Emergency Service (SES) has responded to more than 627 incidents across the state in the last 24 hours, including 10 flood rescues.

The NSW SES is urging you to stay ready and stay safe after performing several flood rescues across the state in the last 24 hours.   

Your local NSW SES Tomaree Unit will be attending the Port Stephens Winterfest Car Show 12th July 2026. The Car Show is an annual event with approximately 500 exhibitors and 10,000 + vistors to the event. Tomaree Unit members will be in attendance to promote the services and support provided by the SES. Also information to assist in preparing for an event such as floods, storms and tsunami in our area which will assist in managing risks and ability to respond. The community are invited to meet with our members to obtain information and view the various equipment used by the unit.

Widespread rainfall forecast for northern and north western NSW could cause flash flooding and renewed riverine rises, as the NSW State Emergency Service (SES) urges communities to know their risk and be aware of their surroundings.

Residents in northern and northwestern NSW should prepare for the impacts of widespread rainfall and flooding, as the NSW State Emergency Service (SES) puts assets and personnel on standby to respond. 

As one of the busiest snow seasons in recent times passes the halfway point, emergency services with alpine search and rescue capability have combined for a simulated exercise.

Widespread rainfall forecast for northern NSW this week could cause flash flooding and renewed riverine rises, as the NSW State Emergency Service (SES) urges communities to prepare.