Bushfire Advice Issued for Junction Rd in New Valley, Armidale Region

Source: NSW RFS · New Valley, New South Wales

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The NSW Rural Fire Service has issued a bushfire advice for a fire at Barn Gully on Junction Rd in New Valley. The fire is currently reported as under control.

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Record type
NSW incident notice
Affected area
New Valley, New South Wales
Issued
April 6, 2026
Source feed
NSW RFS

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Alert Details

The NSW Rural Fire Service (NSW RFS) has issued a bushfire alert at the Advice level for a fire in the New Valley area. As of the latest update, the fire is listed as being under control.

Affected Areas

The alert specifically covers the following geographic locations within the Armidale Council Area:

  • Location: Barn Gully, Junction Rd, New Valley (Postcode 2365)
  • Council Area: Armidale

What You Should Do

Residents in the New Valley and surrounding Armidale council area should take the following precautions:

  • Monitor conditions and stay informed through local media and the NSW RFS website.
  • Follow the advice of emergency services personnel if present in the area.
  • Review your bushfire survival plan and ensure all members of your household know what to do if the situation changes.

Expected Conditions

The incident is classified as a bushfire. According to the NSW RFS, the fire size is currently recorded at 0 hectares and the status is maintained as "Under control." There are currently no reports of active spread or immediate threats to structures.

Timeline

This alert was updated at 5:10 PM (17:10) on February 23, 2026. Residents are encouraged to monitor for further updates as the situation is assessed by fire crews.

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What is this NSW incident notice about?
The NSW Rural Fire Service has issued a bushfire advice for a fire at Barn Gully on Junction Rd in New Valley. The fire is currently reported as under control.
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What area is affected?
This alert affects New Valley, New South Wales. Check with NSW RFS for the most current geographic scope.
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