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13/10/2026 – Do You Qualify for the National Emergency Medal?
The National Emergency Medal (NEM) recognises Australians who have provided significant or sustained service in response to a declared nationally significant emergency. Eligibility is determined separately for each declared event,
11/10/2026 – Albany SES Volunteers Represent WA at National Disaster Rescue Challenge
Flying the Flag for Western Australia Western Australia was proudly represented at the 2026 National Disaster Rescue Challenge (NDRC) by volunteers from Albany SES. Hosted by the Queensland State Emergency
12/10/2026 – Recognition of Tropical Cyclone Seroja Responders
Some Units have provided feedback, But we need to hear from more SES Units Thank you to the SES Units and members who have already responded to the Association’s request
11/10/2026 – Invitation: Dementia Training for First Responders
Free Masterclass , Tuesday 24 November 2026 Each year, police, paramedics, emergency staff and volunteers are called on to support people living with dementia at some of their most distressing
11/10/2026 – Flood boat training update September 2026
SES Volunteers Association (SESVA) President Greg Cook ESM and Vice President Alan Hawke met with the DFES Assistant Director, Marine Services, Mark Eatts, for an update on the implementation of
10/10/2026 – More Training Matters
Major Training Projects Underway for SES Volunteers Update provided by David MacLean, District Officer TDSC SES and Marine Rescue. Significant work is underway to modernise and strengthen several key SES
09/10/2026 – Natural Hazards Fleet PAT – Expressions of Interest
Want to help shape the future of SES fleet capability? DFES is seeking Expressions of Interest from SES volunteers to join the Natural Hazards Fleet PAT. This is a unique
09/10/2026 – Training Matters Update 1
SES-ATAG Focuses on Training Improvements New Training Initiatives The SES Association Training Advisory Group (ATAG) met on 19 September at the Forrestfield Academy to discuss training product development and member
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08/10/2026 – SESVA News Update October 2026
Open Newsletter as a PDF Articles in this Month’s Edition Click the Newsletter button above to read these articles In this months newsletter you will find interesting and informative news
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EmergencyWA Alerts & Warnings (All Regions) from DFES
Feed information should be used in conjunction with radio and TV reports, taking note of your immediate surroundings and using common sense when evaluating your personal safety.
