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Nickol Bay Volunteer Bush Fire Brigade Nickol Bay Volunteer Bush Fire Brigade serving the communities of City of Karratha & the state of WA

🚒 MEET THE FLEET | NICKOL BAY FSVNo big tank, no hoses… just five seats and plenty of places to be. 👀😂💧 WATER: Depends w...
13/10/2026

🚒 MEET THE FLEET | NICKOL BAY FSV

No big tank, no hoses… just five seats and plenty of places to be. 👀😂
💧 WATER: Depends who was last responsible for stocking the fridge… so anywhere from 0–20 litres. 👀😂
👨‍🚒 CREW: 5
🔥 JOB: Crew changeovers & community events
💡 INTERESTING FACT: Our FSV was generously donated to us by the legends at Dampier Volunteer Fire & Rescue Service — and it’s been earning its keep at Nickol Bay ever since. 🙌🚒
Once a red truck family member… now happily hanging out with the white trucks. 😉

🔥 MYTH BUSTERS — PILBARA EDITION 🔍MYTH: “There’s a fire? I’ll just call the local brigade.”❌ Yeah… nah. We love a chat, ...
08/10/2026

🔥 MYTH BUSTERS — PILBARA EDITION 🔍
MYTH: “There’s a fire? I’ll just call the local brigade.”
❌ Yeah… nah. We love a chat, but not when something’s on fire. 😂🔥
If it’s an emergency, call 000 — that gets the right crews rolling, to the right place, without wasting precious time.
🔥 See smoke or fire? 000 first. Bushies second.
☎️ Save the brigade call for the BBQ invite. 🌭

https://www.emergency.wa.gov.au/

🚒 MEET THE FLEET | NICKOL BAY LT1💧 WATER: 500 litres👨‍🚒 CREW: 2🔥 JOB: Fast, mobile firefighting in tight and rough terra...
30/09/2026

🚒 MEET THE FLEET | NICKOL BAY LT1

💧 WATER: 500 litres
👨‍🚒 CREW: 2
🔥 JOB: Fast, mobile firefighting in tight and rough terrain
💡 INTERESTING FACT: Its smaller size makes LT1 quick and nimble through Pilbara tracks and scrub.

500 litres might not sound like much… but it’s amazing what you can do when you don’t waste it. 😉💦
Small tank. Big attitude. 🚒🔥

🚨 SEE RED & BLUES? SLOW DOWN. 🚨If you see emergency vehicles on or near the road, there’s a good chance crews are workin...
28/09/2026

🚨 SEE RED & BLUES? SLOW DOWN. 🚨

If you see emergency vehicles on or near the road, there’s a good chance crews are working nearby.

🔴🔵 Slow down to 40km/h
🚒 Give emergency vehicles and crews plenty of space
👀 Stay alert and follow any directions given
🛑 Don’t stop for a look - keep moving safely

Whether we’re dealing with a fire, an incident on the roadside or supporting another agency, our crews need room to do their job safely.

We’re already keeping an eye on the incident - we shouldn’t have to keep an eye on traffic flying past us too.

See the red and blues. Slow to 40. Give us space to work.

A huge shout out to the legends that slowed the fire before we go there this morning!

Stay safe out there, Pilbara ❤️🚒
- Nickol Bay VBFB

Department of Fire and Emergency Services WA

🚨 🚨 SEE RED & BLUES? SLOW DOWN. 🚨If you see emergency vehicles on or near the road, there’s a good chance crews are work...
28/09/2026

🚨 🚨 SEE RED & BLUES? SLOW DOWN. 🚨

If you see emergency vehicles on or near the road, there’s a good chance crews are working nearby.

🔴🔵 Slow down to 40km/h
🚒 Give emergency vehicles and crews plenty of space
👀 Stay alert and follow any directions given
🛑 Don’t stop for a look - keep moving safely

Whether we’re dealing with a fire, an incident on the roadside or supporting another agency, our crews need room to do their job safely.

We’re already keeping an eye on the incident - we shouldn’t have to keep an eye on traffic flying past us too.

See the red and blues. Slow to 40. Give us space to work.

Huge shout out to the legends that slowed the fire before we got there this morning!

Stay safe out there, Pilbara ❤️🚒
- Nickol Bay VBFB

Department of Fire and Emergency Services WA

25/09/2026

🔥 Got 15 minutes to burn? Spend it getting bushfire ready instead. 🔥

Over 90% of Western Australia is bushfire prone, so a little preparation today can make a big difference tomorrow.

Don’t wait until there’s smoke in the air to start making a plan.

🏡 Prepare your property
📋 Create your Bushfire Plan
🎒 Pack your emergency kit
📱 Know where to get the latest warnings and information

Whether you’re new to the Pilbara or a seasoned local, it’s worth taking a few minutes to brush up on your bushfire knowledge.

For everything you need to know about preparing for bushfires, visit the DFES Bushfire Information page:
👉 https://www.dfes.wa.gov.au/hazard-information/bushfire

A few minutes of preparation now could save you hours of heartache later.

Stay safe,
Nickol Bay Volunteer Bushfire Brigade 🚒🔥

🌿 Back to Basics with the Bushies 🚒This week’s Back to Basics with the Bushies proved that “she’ll be right” isn’t actua...
14/09/2026

🌿 Back to Basics with the Bushies 🚒

This week’s Back to Basics with the Bushies proved that “she’ll be right” isn’t actually a training strategy. 😅

This week we covered:
🚒 Crew deck familiarisation
🚒 Getting to know the Pilbara Region 12.2—where everything lives, what it does, and hopefully remembering where to put it back.
🚒 Working together as a crew so we’re all on the same page.

Then, because the bushfire gods have a sense of humour, we were called to an incident where we got to put that fresh training straight into action.

It’s amazing how quickly “Do we really need to practise this?” turns into “Glad we practised that!” 😂

Every training night builds confidence, teamwork and skills that can make all the difference when the call comes.

🚒🔥

🔥 Turns out the bushies scrub up alright… 🔥We swapped the PPC for something a little fancier last weekend and headed to ...
08/09/2026

🔥 Turns out the bushies scrub up alright… 🔥

We swapped the PPC for something a little fancier last weekend and headed to Perth for the 2026 WAFES Awards!

We had an incredible night and feel very lucky to have been recognised as a finalist in the Volunteer Firefighting Team Achievement Award.

A huge shoutout goes to our entire brigade. This recognition belongs to every member who has given their time, put in the work, turned up when it mattered and helped make Nickol Bay what it is today.

While we didn’t come home with the win, getting the chance to celebrate our crew and see Nickol Bay recognised on a state stage was easily the best part of the night. ❤️🚒

We might not be ones to make too much of a fuss, but this is definitely something we’re pretty bloody proud of.

Congratulations to all the finalists and winners - it was a privilege to be among some incredible people doing great things across WA’s emergency services.

Now that’s out of the way… Bring on the 2026/27 fire season! 🔥🚒

🔥Back to Basics with the Bushies 🔥This week we swapped the trucks for the whiteboard (only for a little while! 😜) and go...
31/08/2026

🔥Back to Basics with the Bushies 🔥

This week we swapped the trucks for the whiteboard (only for a little while! 😜) and got stuck into the nitty gritty when it comes to Red Flag Warnings and Emergency Warnings.

We worked through what they mean, when they’re issued, and why getting the message right is just as important as getting the firefighting right. A well-informed crew is a safer, more effective crew.

Turns out there’s a bit more to firefighting than putting wet stuff on hot stuff! Every training night is another opportunity to build our knowledge, sharpen our skills, and be ready for whatever comes next.

🚒 Back to Basics with the Bushies—because even the most experienced bushies know the fundamentals are what keep us one step ahead. 🔥💪

Think you’ve got what it takes? We’re always looking for a few more good Bushies. Send us a message and come along to a training night. 🚒

6pm Tuesdays 39 Hillview Rd Karratha

🌿🚒 Back to Basics with the Bushies! 🚒🌿This week’s Back to Basics session saw our crew complete a NUCOMS practical on han...
23/08/2026

🌿🚒 Back to Basics with the Bushies! 🚒🌿

This week’s Back to Basics session saw our crew complete a NUCOMS practical on hand tools and equipment.

The team got hands-on with:
🔥 Rakehoes – creating mineral earth breaks and blacking out hot spots.
🪵 Standpipes – setting up a reliable water supply from static water sources.
🛢️ Drip torches – understanding safe operation and their role in planned burning and backburning.
🔧 Bar and key – because sometimes getting access to hydrants is just as important as putting water on the fire.

💪 It might not be the flashiest gear on the truck, but knowing how and when to use these tools can make all the difference on the fireground.

A great night sharpening skills, building confidence, and sharing plenty of laughs along the way. Every training night helps ensure our volunteers are ready when the call comes.

Want to learn practical skills and be part of a great team? We’d love to have you join us!

Address

39 Hillview Street
Karratha, WA
6714

Telephone

+61438044969

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