We're the volunteers who stand between fire and everything you love. King Creek Rural Fire Brigade — protecting homes, lives, and bushland across the King Creek area on the Mid North Coast of NSW.
Fire Danger Ratings tell you how dangerous a fire could be if one starts. Use them as your trigger for action — the higher the rating, the more prepared you need to be.
Most fires can be controlled. Plan and prepare. Stay up to date and be ready to act if there is a fire.
Be ready to act. Fires can be dangerous. Be alert for fires in your area. Decide what you will do if a fire starts.
Take action now to protect your life and property. If a fire starts, take immediate action. If not prepared, go to a safer location.
For your survival, leave bush fire risk areas. Your life may depend on the decisions you make, even before there is a fire.
Get real-time fire alerts for King Creek and set up personalised watch zones. The essential app for bush fire season.
Spend 20 minutes with your family discussing what you'll do if a fire starts. Decide early: will you leave or stay and defend? Your plan could save lives.
Create Your Plan →Keep grass cut low, clear gutters, move firewood away from the house, and create a defensible space. A well-prepared home is more likely to survive ember attack.
Property Checklist →Leaving early is always the safest option. Know your trigger to leave, have a go-bag packed, identify your route, and don't wait for a warning — some fires move fast.
Leaving Early Guide →Download the Hazards Near Me app, follow our Facebook page, and tune to your local ABC radio station. During a fire, stay up to date on alert levels.
Fire Information →Planning a burn-off on your property? During the Bush Fire Danger Period you need a fire permit. Check current fire bans and apply for permits through the NSW RFS.
Apply for Permit →Living on acreage in King Creek? Protect your livestock, manage fuel loads on your property, and maintain fire trails. Rural properties need a specific approach.
Farm Safety Tips →King Creek Rural Fire Brigade is a volunteer brigade of the NSW Rural Fire Service, protecting the King Creek community and surrounding areas on the Mid North Coast. Our brigade area stretches from the Oxley Highway in the north down to Herons Creek in the south, bordered by Sancrox and the Pacific Highway to the east — encompassing Cowarra Dam, coastal blackbutt forest, and a mix of rural properties and hobby farms.
We're a village firefighting brigade, meaning we're equipped to support structural fires as well as bush and grass fires. While King Creek is our home, we regularly operate beyond our brigade area to support incidents across the wider Mid Coast District. Our members are everyday locals — teachers, tradies, retirees, parents, and young professionals — who give their time to protect what matters most.
We're part of the NSW RFS Mid Coast District and partner closely with neighbouring brigades whenever incidents arise. Our brigade has been strengthened by incredible community support, including generous backing from organisations like Regional Australia Bank and Essential Energy.
When you join King Creek Rural Fire Brigade, you're joining the world's largest volunteer fire service — over 70,000 members strong across NSW. You'll gain real skills, real mates, and the pride of knowing you protect your community. All training and equipment provided free of charge.
Respond to bush fires, grass fires, structural fires, and other emergencies on the front line.
Coordinate radio comms and support operations from the brigade station or fire control.
Keep our crews fed and hydrated during long operations. Essential behind-the-scenes support.
Help the community prepare through education programs, school visits, and open days.
Decide if the RFS is right for you. Attend an open day or contact us for a chat.
Submit your application through the NSW RFS online portal.
A police check is conducted. The process takes 4-6 weeks.
Meet with brigade members and be welcomed into the team.
Complete Bush Firefighter training free of charge. Start responding with the crew.
You must be 16+ to join as a firefighter (under 18 requires parental consent).
We have an active Cadet Program for young people aged 12 and over — a great way to learn fire safety skills, build confidence, and be part of the brigade.
Start Your Application →We're a government not-for-profit organisation, 100% volunteer-run. Every dollar donated goes directly toward keeping our brigade operational and our community safe. Donations of $2 or more are tax deductible.
Your donations have helped us purchase emergency lighting, a laptop for training, equipment such as blowers and chainsaws, and other essential firefighting equipment — making a real operational difference.
✓ Donations of $2 or more are tax deductible. King Creek Rural Fire Brigade is endorsed as a Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR).
Not just firefighting — we need admin, comms, catering, and logistics volunteers too.
Does your employer release you for RFS duties? Nominate them for the Supportive Employer Program — recognising businesses that back their volunteer firefighters.
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King Creek Rural Fire Brigade
33 Narran Close
King Creek NSW 2446