NSW RFS Reports 16-Hectare Grass Fire Under Control in Bunnan

Source: NSW RFS · Upper Hunter, New South Wales

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The NSW Rural Fire Service has brought a 16-hectare grass fire under control at Rosedale on Bunnan Road in the Upper Hunter Council Area.

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

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Alert Details

The NSW Rural Fire Service (RFS) has issued a status update for a grass fire incident in the Bunnan area. The fire is currently listed as "Under control," and the alert level is designated as "Not Applicable."

Affected Areas

The incident is located at Rosedale, Bunnan Road, Bunnan, postcode 2337. This fire is situated within the Upper Hunter Council Area.

What You Should Do

The NSW Rural Fire Service is the responsible agency for this incident. While the fire is currently under control, residents in the Upper Hunter region should remain aware of the situation and monitor official updates from the RFS.

Expected Conditions

The incident is confirmed as a grass fire. The fire has affected an area of approximately 16 hectares.

Timeline

The alert was updated by the NSW RFS on February 18, 2026, at 9:40 PM (21:40). The incident was initially published earlier that day at 10:40 AM.

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The NSW Rural Fire Service has brought a 16-hectare grass fire under control at Rosedale on Bunnan Road in the Upper Hunter Council Area.
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What area is affected?
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