Archive for year: 2026

Have Your Say: Draft Lower Western Bush Fire Risk Management Plan

The 5-year plan to mitigate local bush fire risks in our community is now on public exhibition. We encourage all residents to review the draft and share their feedback by 5pm, Monday 22 June 2026.

Where to view the plan:

• Online via the NSW RFS link below
• Wentworth Shire Council Office – 61 Darling Street, Wentworth
• Balranald Shire Council Office – 70 Market St, Balranald
• Lower Western Fire Control Centre (Dareton) – 58-60 Mitchell Ave, Dareton

How to provide feedback: You submit a written response via email/post, or complete the short survey online.

View the plan and complete the survey here: https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/plan-and-prepare/managing-bush-fire-risk/bush-fire-management-committees/lower-western-zone