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25.01.2022 The Gunaikurnai Land and Waters Aboriginal Corporation (GLaWAC) is working with us and Parks Victoria on reading and healing Country in fire-affected parts of East Gippsland. The work includes monitoring culturally significant plants and animals to understand which species are returning and what might threaten their recovery. It's also an opportunity to share knowledge and shape land management practises that will benefit Country as a whole ... #NAIDOCWeek

25.01.2022 Last summer was really challenging for Gippsland, and we know that some people are feeling worried about the season ahead. We want you to know that your emergency service agencies are working closely together and we are well prepared. Here’s a snapshot of some of the work that has been happening behind the scenes. ... For more information about how to stay safe this summer, visit www.emergency.vic.gov.au or call the Vic Emergency hotline on 1800 226 226. Forest Fire Management Victoria CFA Gippsland Parks Victoria Victoria State Emergency Service East Gippsland Shire Council Bushfire Recovery Victoria Mossi-Tambo Fire Brigade Vic Emergency

24.01.2022 If your fencing was affected by fire last summer, you can still dispose of the fencing wire (the wire only) at one of the 10 stockpile locations in East Gippsland: Buchan (Old sawmill, 2286 Bruthen-Buchan Road) Cann River Landfill Cobungra (Plowmans property at Tolands road) Ensay (Blowhard gravel pit Little River Road)... Newmeralla Recreation Reserve (western side of the showgrounds, away from horse yards) Nowa Nowa (old railway station site) Omeo (old soil dump site) Sarsfield (camp and water reserve, Great Alpine Road) Wairewa (Waterpoint, opposite the Wairewa Transfer Station, Carl Smith road) When dumping fencing wire, ensure that you place it in the designated area for easy collection and to keep community areas neat. The wire will be picked up by scrap metal contractors for recycling. Other fencing waste material will need to be taken to your local waste facility for disposal. East Gippsland Shire Council Bushfire Recovery Victoria Buchan Neighbourhood House Cann River Community Centre Wairewa Hall Nowa Nowa General Store Little River Inn Ensay

24.01.2022 We're looking forward to these webinars for National Asbestos Awareness Week hosted by the Latrobe Valley Asbestos Taskforce

23.01.2022 Monday 30 Nov is last day of the 2020 firewood collection season. This means if you need some wood stocked for next winter this weekend could be your last chance! From Tuesday 1 December all designated firewood collection areas will be closed until 1 March 2021 (may it be a better year than 2020) For more information www.ffm.vic.gov.au/firew/firewood-collection-in-your-region

23.01.2022 In a Victorian first, the Victorian Government will make 2 gigalitres of water available from the Mitchell River to the Gunaikurnai Land and Waters Aboriginal Corporation for cultural and economic development purposes. DELWP acknowledges and respects that Traditional Owners have a deep and ongoing cultural, spiritual and economic connection to land, water and resources. We’re committed to supporting Aboriginal access to water for economic development, increasing inclusion an...d building capacity, as demonstrated in our Water for Victoria strategy. The Gunaikurnai Land and Waters Aboriginal Corporation will receive this water from the Mitchell River by applying to Southern Rural Water for a licence under the Water Act. In addition to this, a further 4GL of water will be available on the open market half in the coming months and the remainder next year.

22.01.2022 Heading to a local beach this weekend? At your visit to the beach remember to stay safe with these quick tips: use the length of a towel to keep 1.5m away from people who are not in your household ... wear a fitted face mask while you’re at the beach, and have it ready to put on after being the water. When you arrive at the beach, read safety signs and notices about local hazards, and take time to observe conditions before entering the water. Supervise children closely around water and always swim with a friend. Use the Beachsafe app to check forecasted local weather and conditions, and plan alternative options if your preferred beach is too busy. You can also check the VicEmergency app for beach closures. Being COVIDSafe includes wearing a fitted face mask, practicing physical distancing of 1.5 metres, ensuring good hand hygiene including the use of hand sanitiser, observing group size limits and staying home when unwell. Please visit www.coronavirus.vic.gov.au for up-to-date information, updates and advice.

22.01.2022 Remember all normal road safety rules apply on forest roads Trail bike riders are required to: -keep to the left -ride to the conditions... -be prepared to give way at track junctions -always wear a helmet -hold a valid license -ride a registered trail bike If you're heading out this weekend, remember public health measures still apply. Check for up-to-date information for your area before leaving the house and wear a fitted face mask when not wearing a helmet, visit www.coronavirus.vic.gov.au

18.01.2022 Happy NAIDOC week 2020! NAIDOC Week celebrations are held across Australia each year to recognise the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. NAIDOC is celebrated not only in Indigenous communities, but by Australians from all walks of life. The week is a great opportunity to participate in a range of activities and to support your local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community.... The theme this year Always was, Always Will Be recognises that First Nations people have occupied and cared for this continent for over 65,000 years. It’s about seeing, hearing and learning the First Nations’ 65,000+ year history of this country - which is Australian history. We want all Australians to celebrate that we have the oldest continuing cultures on the planet and to recognise that our sovereignty was never ceded. Check out a short clip where you can meet some of our DELWP Gippsland First Custodians. Please note our staff wore masks while not on camera and followed all physical distancing and proper hygiene requirements while making this video. For more information and great resources you can head to https://www.naidoc.org.au/ GLaWAC

15.01.2022 Learn how you can help support indigenous flora and fauna by managing weeds in bushfire affected areas in these free webinars hosted by the State Wide Integrated Flora and Fauna Teams (SWIFFT): November 25 - Overview weed management after fire December 2 - Prioritisation of weeds after fire December 9 - Collaborative weed management projects ... December 16 - Weed identification and recording after fire All webinars are being held on Wednesdays and will run from 10.30am to 12:15pm. Follow this link to register https://www.swifft.net.au//weed_management_after_fire_-_we Andrew Geschke

14.01.2022 We're launching a container deposit scheme for Victoria The scheme will reduce litter, encourage better recycling outside the home, generate clean streams of quality recyclables and create jobs across the state. Consultation on the scheme closes Monday 30 November, be sure to help shape the scheme so that it works for you: engage.vic.gov.au/container-deposit-scheme

14.01.2022 Following severe winds across parts of Victoria, learn how to be energy safe during a power outage by following these tips. Keep clear of fallen powerlines and keep others away. The powerlines may still be live, so you should call your local electricity distributor. Check your neighbour’s house to see if they have also lost power. If your neighbour has power on, then check to see if your safety switch has been tripped. Be careful when using candles and other open flames... keep naked flames away from flammable material. Make sure appliances are turned off (because they could come back on when you are not there). Know what to do: energy.vic.gov.au

13.01.2022 We are supporting renewable energy generation, management and storage technologies in the Latrobe Valley with a new $3 million grant program. The Latrobe Valley Energy and Growth Program is encouraging community, industry, and business to put forward projects that increase the uptake of renewable energy technologies. For more information on the program and submission process, visit: https://www.energy.vic.gov.au/new-energy-technologies

11.01.2022 The final bridge for this week is the humble Storers earth top bridge. This bridge was located at the Bonang Road end of Storers Track but collapsed after being impacted by the fires last summer. It has now been replaced with a 600mm concrete culvert with end walls. Storers Track is well-used by our crews in far East Gippsland as a key access track to the Old Orbost water reservoir and Youngs Creek Falls walking tracks. ... While no longer technically a bridge, the new crossing is much safer and reliable for locals and Forest Fire Management crews which we think is worth celebrating! Bushfire Recovery Victoria Snowy River Mail Love East Gippsland

10.01.2022 FFMVic and local CFA crews were quick to respond to a small fire at Bulldog Junction, 4kms north of Upper Maffra West and Coongulla yesterday in hot and windy conditions. There were several fires across Gippsland yesterday - a timely reminder to clean up your property, remember to register your burn-off with VicFire on 1800 668 511 and to check your fire plan. FFMVic and Conservation Regulator patrols found 32 unattended campfires in the region over the weekend. Campfires mu...st never be left unattended and should be completely extinguished using plenty of water. https://www.ffm.vic.gov.au//fire-restrictions-and-regulati CFA Gippsland Forest Fire Management Victoria

07.01.2022 This week we are celebrating bridges repaired or replaced after last summer’s bushfires. The first bridge is in the recently re-opened Casuarina Walk in the Mallacoota Bushland Reserve. This track is loved by locals and visitors alike and home to many treasured species of plants and animals ... Our crews and contractors have worked hard to get the walk safe and re-opened this year, including repairing the old bridge in time for the warmer weather. Love East Gippsland Bushfire Recovery Victoria MADRA 3MGB Community Radio Parks Victoria

07.01.2022 The Conservation Regulator is investigating recent damage to the front of a historic High Country Hut in East Gippsland. Authorised officers discovered several short weatherboards missing near the door of McDonald’s Hut, in the Wentworth State Forest. With our support the Victorian High Country Huts Association invests a lot of time and effort in maintaining and restoring these historical huts for public use.... Anyone with information about the damage should contact DELWP on 136 186

05.01.2022 Bridge number three replaced after the bushfires is the Pyramid Creek bridge in Club Terrace. This bridge provides access to homes as well as strategic access to Club Terrace for firefighting and other forest management activities. Replacing this bridge was no easy feat! It required specialised engineering solutions and consultation with utility providers as the bridge site hosts crucial electrical, gas and communications infrastructure ... Complex safety management systems were developed to ensure the safety of workers and the vital infrastructure during construction. Like the Glen Arte bridge, this bridge can now accommodate large firefighting vehicles and has a design life of 100 years. Bushfire Recovery Victoria Snowy River Mail

04.01.2022 Victoria's container deposit scheme won't just reduce litter, it'll create jobs right across the state as well Be part of this exciting new initiative by letting us know what you think: engage.vic.gov.au/container-deposit-scheme

04.01.2022 Residents in Mallacoota, Wangarabell and Mt Koolabbra near Bonang and surrounding areas may see or smell smoke from the ignition of the following planned burns today, Tuesday 10 November. Piles of bushfire debris, Mallacoota Township Piles of bushfire debris, 3.5km north east of Bonang Piles of bushfire debris, Wangarabell Road Wangarabell... These fuel reduction burns aim to reduce bushfire hazards leading into summer. We understand that smoke from planned burns may cause concern and encourage those who are sensitive to smoke to remain indoors and keep windows closed until the smoke passes. Under the current public health advice, our planned burning program can continue for now. If that advice changes, we will make any adjustments necessary in consultation with Victorian Department of Health & Human Services, Environment Protection Authority Victoria, CFA (Country Fire Authority) and Vic Emergency. Our crews are adhering to appropriate physical distancing and hygiene requirements to ensure we can safely continue operations across the state. To find out when and where planned burns are happening near you go to www.vic.gov.au/plannedburns or call 1800 226 226. CFA Gippsland East Gippsland Shire Council Mallacoota District Health and Support Service 3MGB Community Radio Mallacoota Fire Brigade Parks Victoria Tubbut Neighbourhood House @MADRA2020

03.01.2022 Today marks one year since the start of the devastating East Gippsland bushfires. Emergency services and community came together for months on end to tackle the fires that eventually impacted more than a million hectares across our region. Immense challenges were faced and our thoughts are with everyone impacted today and every day.... #weworkasone Parks Victoria Love East Gippsland East Gippsland Shire Council Bushfire Recovery Victoria

03.01.2022 With restrictions easing this week, all Victorians can now enjoy all that our parks, forests and reserves have to offer! Our Conservation Regulator officers have already noticed an increase in visitors while patrolling popular sites across the state, and they're reminding people to continue being COVIDSafe. If you’re heading to the bush this weekend, make sure you wear a fitted face mask, practice physical distancing, ensure proper hand hygiene including the use of hand s...anitiser, and observe group size limits. For all the latest information, visit: https://www.coronavirus.vic.gov.au/

01.01.2022 Today’s bridge replaced after the bushfires is the Glen Arte bridge. The Glen Arte bridge provides essential access to a private residence and is a popular thoroughfare for visitors traversing through the forests of far East Gippsland. Without a safe bridge in place, recovery clean-up was postponed, but is now underway.... The new bridge can accommodate heavy firefighting machinery, is made of fire-resistant materials (steel and concrete) and has a design life of 100 years ! Along with some minor road improvements, this new bridge has vastly improved access for locals and our crews to respond to bushfires and conduct forest management activities in the area. Bushfire Recovery Victoria Snowy River Mail Love East Gippsland