Mandurah State Emergency Service (mandurahses.org.au) in Australia is reported as being targeted by ransomware linked to the threat actor thegentlemen, disrupting operations for a volunteer emergency rescue unit providing 24/7/365 services in WA. The incident claim implicates Australian systems and services, with potential impact on the organization’s responders and cadet support activities. #Australia
Incident Details
- Victim: Mandurah State Emergency Service
- Sector: Government & Defense
- Country: AU
- Actor: thegentlemen
- Source:
- Discovered: 2026-10-03T06:25:51.608513+00:00
- Published: 2026-10-02T07:50:49+00:00
Information
- Volunteer emergency rescue unit operating as part of DFES Western Australia, founded in 1976/78 and approaching its 50th anniversary in 2026.
- Based at 31 Education Drive, Greenfields, WA 6210, with no revenue-generating activity and funding provided through DFES and community donations.
- Supported by more than 80 active volunteers and 60–90 cadets aged 12–17, making it one of the largest SES cadet programs in Western Australia.
- Has run its cadet program for 26 years and is led by Local Manager Chris Stickland ESM, a volunteer since 1986 and unit leader since 2010.
- Provides 24/7/365 response services for storms, floods, land searches, water and cliff rescues, and fire support.
- Logs approximately 3,500–4,300 operational hours and up to 8,000 community hours each year.
Disclaimer: This post is based on public claims made by the ransomware group "thegentlemen". I cannot confirm the accuracy of the information. However, I would be happy to share any official statement from the affected organization to provide clarification.