Ballina Shire Council is hosting an Emergency Services Expo at Ballina’s Missingham Park on Saturday, 20 September.

The free, family-friendly event is designed to help residents build resilience and prepare for emergencies, while giving community members the chance to meet their local heroes.

“Whether it’s fire, flood, storm or other natural events, it’s never too early to be prepared. This expo will be a fun day out for all ages and will give our community a chance to meet and learn directly from the people who protect us during crises,” said Lloyd Isaacson, Ballina Shire Council’s Alternate Local Emergency Management Officer.

“We can’t control when emergencies will happen, but we can control how prepared we are. Taking a few simple steps now can make a big difference in keeping yourself, your family and your community safe,” Mr Isaacson added.

Come along to meet and chat with frontline responders from:

• NSW Police
• NSW Ambulance
• Fire and Rescue NSW
• NSW State Emergency Service (SES)
• NSW Rural Fire Service (RFS)
• Marine Rescue
• Red Cross
• Surf Life Saving
• And more

The expo will also feature live demonstrations, interactive displays and practical information about local risks such as floods, bushfires and storms. Kids will love the chance to climb aboard fire trucks and see emergency vehicles up close, while adults can learn how to access emergency alerts, prepare a household emergency plan, and use apps and resources to stay informed during a crisis.

There will be opportunities to ask questions, get personalised advice, and connect with the agencies that lead disaster response and recovery in our region.

All residents are welcome, whether you’re new to the area or have lived here for years. Come along to learn, plan and connect with the services that help keep our community safe.

Event information:

• When: 10am – 2.30pm, Saturday 20 September 2025
• Where: Missingham Park, Ballina

This event has been proudly funded by the NSW Government through the NSW Social Cohesion Grants for Local Government.

Find out more via Council’s website at ballina.nsw.gov.au/emergencyservicesexpo.