Garlings Trail Fire - Contained The bush fire that started on 27 November in the eastern Goonoo State Conservation Area has been brought under control this afternoon, thanks to the hard work of local and out of area firefighters working alongside local landholders. The fire burnt 1,437ha of bush and grassland. Crews held the fire to the west of Boomley Road and completed a successful backburn this afternoon. Light winds and better conditions tomorrow will help firefighters strengthen containment

A bush fire is burning in the Simons Trail area of Barrington National Park north west of Dungog. RFS and NPWS crews, supported by aircraft and heavy machinery, are working to strengthen containment lines and will continue efforts over the coming days. Residents in the Chichester Road and Salisbury Road areas should monitor the situation closely and stay up to date with official advice. Video: Bomber 210 lays retardant lines around the fire to help limit its spread. | NSW Rural Fire Service