The NSW Government says it is delivering common sense reform to support farmers during the bushfire season, allowing farmers and rural landholders to register and use Farm Firefighting Vehicles (FFVs) to respond to emergency bushfires near their property.
“With most of the state entering the Bush Fire Danger Period today, this reform comes at a crucial time,” NSW RFS Commissioner Trent Curtin said.
“Farmers know their land better than anyone, and when a fire starts nearby their quick action can make all the difference…