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25.01.2022 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 - https://www.ffm.vic.gov.au//firewood-collection-in-your-re

24.01.2022 Got a camping trip planned? Remember to stay COVIDSafe: Maintain physical distancing and ensure campsites are at least 1.5 metres from other households If you're heading to a state park or beach, have a back-up plan if it's too crowded find a hidden gem instead of the usual popular spots... Practise good hand hygiene, regularly and thoroughly washing your hands, and disinfect often-touched objects and surfaces Wear a fitted face mask when indoors or when you can't keep 1.5m distance Only travel if you are well if feeling unwell, get tested at once and isolate from others until you get your results Continue to visit www.coronavirus.vic.gov.au for up-to-date information and advice.

23.01.2022 The ignition of the St Arnaud Wattle Street planned burn is now well underway. This 10 hectare fuel reduction burn is one kilometre west of St Arnaud and part of our program to reduce the size, intensity and impact of future bushfires, helping to make our communities safer. It is in agreement with the Chief Health Officer, Victorian Department of Health and Human Services, Environment Protection Authority Victoria, Country Fire Authority and Emergency Management Victoria un...der current health guidelines. Our crews are adhering to appropriate physical distancing and hygiene requirements to ensure operations are carried out safely. We understand that smoke from planned burns can cause concern, but we are taking every opportunity to burn while conditions allow and it so safe to do so, while monitoring smoke impacts and levels around St Arnaud. You can get detailed information about smoke, air quality and health at the Environment Protection Authority Victoria’s website, epa.vic.gov.au. For more information on this burn please contact 1800 226 226 or visit www.vic.gov.au/plannedburns. St Arnaud CFA ABC Central Victoria St Patrick's Primary School, St Arnaud

22.01.2022 The planned burn ignition near St Arnaud is now complete. People may continue to see smoke in St Arnaud and surrounding areas. Crews will remain onsite until the fireground is safe and will patrol the area in the coming days. Thank you to the local community for your understanding while we completed this important work.... St Arnaud CFA ABC Central Victoria St Patrick's Primary School, St Arnaud

22.01.2022 If conditions are suitable, and it is safe to do so, FFMVic will ignite the Kangaroo Flat - Carcoola Drive planned burn tomorrow (Wednesday 25 November). This fuel reduction burn is approximately 174-hectares in size and 2.8 kilometres south west of Kangaroo Flat in the Bendigo Regional Park. The burn is focussed on reducing the spread and intensity of bushfires near Kangaroo Flat and surrounding areas.... We work closely with the Bureau of Meteorology to assess weather conditions, such as humidity, temperature and wind speed, and will only carry out burns when the conditions are suitable. 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.

22.01.2022 The Conservation Regulator is conducting further inquiries after seizing illegal firewood, cash and more than $9,000 of equipment and vehicles in the Otway region. Earlier this month, Conservation Regulator officers detected a man with a trailer containing three cubic metres of illegal firewood in Otway Forest Park near Forrest. Officers seized the illegal firewood, the trailer, a chainsaw and wood splitter, and interviewed the man at the scene. ... Officers also searched the man’s property in Colac, seizing a four-wheel drive and $3,000 in cash. This follows a major investigation by the Conservation Regulator and Parks Victoria into the illegal felling and removal of trees at numerous sites across the Otway Forest Park and the Great Otway National Park. Domestic firewood collection is only allowed in designated firewood collection areas during a firewood collection season. More rules on firewood collection can be found here: https://www.ffm.vic.gov.au//firewood-collection-in-your-re

20.01.2022 The ignition of the Kangaroo Flat - Carcoola Drive planned burn is now well underway. This burn is part of our program to reduce the size, intensity and impact of future bushfires, helping to make our communities safer, and is in agreement with the Chief Health Officer, Victorian Department of Health and Human Services, Environment Protection Authority Victoria, Country Fire Authority and Emergency Management Victoria under current health guidelines. Our crews are adhering to... appropriate physical distancing and hygiene requirements to ensure operations are carried out safely. We understand that smoke from planned burns can cause concern, but we are taking every opportunity to burn while conditions allow and it so safe to do so, while monitoring smoke impacts and levels around Kangaroo Flat. You can get detailed information about smoke, air quality and health at the Environment Protection Authority Victoria’s website, epa.vic.gov.au. For more information on this burn please contact 1800 226 226 or visit www.vic.gov.au/plannedburns. ABC Central Victoria The Bendigo Advertiser Triple M Bendigo Hit91.9 Bendigo CFA District 2 City of Greater Bendigo Fire Rescue Victoria Bendigo Fire Brigade Kangaroo Flat Fire Brigade Golden Square Fire Brigade

20.01.2022 Last summer was challenging for Victorians, 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.

20.01.2022 Ignition of the planned burn at Upwey between Hughes Street and Tremont Hill Track is now complete. Crews ignited the 3.4-hectare burn on Saturday 21 November. There is no longer traffic management on Hughes St but impacted sections of Dandenong Ranges National Park and Tremont Hill Walk Track will remain closed until crews declare them safe to open. People may continue to see smoke in the area, and crews will remain on site throughout the night and tomorrow to patrol the bur...n area. Planned burns play a vital role in reducing the bushfire risk to help make our communities safer. Thank you to the local community for your understanding while we completed this important work.

20.01.2022 If weather conditions remain suitable, our crews will ignite piles of debris left over from the 2019-20 bushfires at Pyramid Creek Road, 5.5kms south of Combienbar in East Gippsland to reduce hazards leading into spring and summer. The heaps will be ignited today, Wednesday 7 October, and will be patrolled for the rest of the week. Similar heaps lit yesterday in Cann River between the river and the Monaro Highway will also be patrolled.... You may see or smell smoke, and some forest and park roads and tracks could be closed until the burns are completed and the area is safe for public access. Signs will be in place. We encourage those who are sensitive to smoke to remain indoors and keep windows closed until the smoke passes. We understand that smoke from planned burns may cause concern. 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 Emergency Management Victoria. 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 https://bit.ly/38DvsLQ or call 1800 226 226.

19.01.2022 We're all looking forward to summer, heading out on day trips or seeing family and friends. Just remember before heading out that you have your Phone Wallet Keys... Face mask Hand sanitiser and sanitiser wipes Remember to stay COVIDSafe. Please visit www.coronavirus.vic.gov.au for up-to-date information and advice.

18.01.2022 Corndale, Nangeela and Casterton residents may see or smell smoke from the ignition of the Nangeela Casterton Penola Road planned burn today. The 50-hectare burn will be completed over the next three days while weather permits, and is focused on reducing the risk of bushfire impacts near Casterton and surrounding areas. Traffic management will be in place on the Casterton Penola Road.... We must do this work to reduce the size, intensity and impact of future bushfires, helping to make our communities safer. 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.

16.01.2022 Community members are likely to see our crews mowing, slashing and clearing tracks on public land as part of fuel reduction works in the lead up to summer. More than 2,000 hectares (approx 800 locations) of public land in Central and Northern Victoria will be treated by mechanical works, starting at St Arnaud, Cohuna, Kerang, Gunbower, Boort, Rushworth, Corop, Craig Craig, Wedderburn, Inglewood and Bridgewater, with more locations added as conditions become suitable. The timi...ng of this work is important because if it is undertaken too early it will encourage regrowth before summer. Mechanical treatments are an effective way to reduce the spread and intensity of bushfires, which assists firefighters with getting fires under control, helps keep communities safe and reduces the impact of bushfires on the environment. Our crews are adhering to appropriate physical distancing and hygiene requirements to ensure we can safely continue operations across the state. Getting ready for the fire season is everyone’s responsibility and we encourage people to start cleaning up around their homes and land too. There is lots of great information about getting your property fire ready on the CFA website https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/plan-prepare.

15.01.2022 Residents in Genoa, Maffra, Nowa Nowa, Calulu, Upper Maffra West, Newry and surrounding areas may see or smell smoke from the ignition of the following planned burns today, Tuesday 13 October. Nowa Nowa Township: fuel reduction burn, 13 hectares, adjacent to Nowa Nowa Mountain Bike Park Calulu, Coxs Road: fuel reduction burn, 15 hectares Boundary Track: Piles of debris 5 hectares, 5kms north-east of Upper Maffra West... Genoa: Piles of bushfire debris 1 hectare, between Wombat Lane and the Princes Highway People travelling along the Princes Highway near Genoa may also see smoke traffic management will be in place. These fuel reduction burns aim to reduce the spread and intensity of future bushfires and reduce hazards leading into spring and 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.

13.01.2022 It’s been one year since the first ‘code red’ fire danger rating in almost a decade was declared, and dry lightning strikes in North East Victoria and East Gippsland started multiple fires which grew into a devastating bushfire disaster. Today we acknowledge and thank our FFMVic crews and all the emergency services and volunteers who not only fought the fires but also helped affected communities rebuild and move forward after an unprecedented fire season.

11.01.2022 The Bushfire and Natural Hazards CRC has released its seasonal outlook for December to February. Average to above average rainfall during spring, combined with an outlook of above average rainfall for much of Victoria, indicates we will experience a less severe bushfire season this summer but an increased risk of grass fire. Here’s what Victoria’s fire agencies say this means for fire risk.

10.01.2022 Timing is everything when we carry out planned burning. Yesterday the conditions were right for our crews to ignite the Macedon Heaps burn and today the burn area has been blanketed in snow! A great example of the challenges of spring planned burning

09.01.2022 A Total Fire Ban has been declared for the Mallee, Wimmera and Northern Country fire district for tomorrow, Saturday 28 November 2020. No fires can be lit, or be allowed to remain alight, in the open air from 12:01 AM on Saturday 28 November 2020 until 11:59 PM Saturday 28 November 2020. Find out what you can and can't do on a Total Fire Ban day here: https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/warnings-restrictions/can

09.01.2022 Residents in Mallacoota, Wairewa, Nowa Nowa, Mt Taylor and surrounding areas may see or smell smoke from the ignition of the following planned burns today, Wednesday 14 October. Piles of bushfire debris, 4kms south-west of Mallacoota at the Historic Bunker site, and just north of the Mallacoota Cemetery. Piles of bushfire debris in Smith Close, Wairewa 5.5kms east of Nowa Nowa.... Piles of bushfire debris 5kms north of Mt Taylor, just east of the Bullumwaal Road. Continuation of fuel reduction burns adjacent to Nowa Nowa Mountain Bike Park and at Coxs Road, Calulu. These fuel reduction burns aim to reduce the spread and intensity of future bushfires and reduce hazards leading into spring and 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.

08.01.2022 Ignition of the planned burn at Upwey between Hughes Street and Tremont Hill Track is now underway. Tremont Hill Walking Track in the Dandenong Ranges National Park will be closed for the weekend. This 3.4-hectare burn is a critical part of our program to reduce the bushfire risk in the area. Weather permitting, the burn will be complete by Sunday 22 November. Crews will remain on site throughout the night and in coming days to patrol the burn. Planned burning is one of the... many strategies used by FFMVic as part of an integrated approach to protecting life and property from the risk of bushfire. Our crews are adhering to appropriate physical distancing and hygiene requirements to ensure operations are carried out safely. We understand that smoke from planned burns can cause concern and encourage those who are sensitive to smoke to remain indoors and keep windows closed until the smoke passes. This is a small burn that is not expected to generate large amounts of smoke, but the poor ventilation forecast means smoke is likely to settle rather than be immediately dispersed. We are taking every opportunity to burn while conditions allow, and it is safe to do so. For more information on this burn please contact 1800 226 226 or visit www.vic.gov.au/plannedburns. Yarra Ranges Council Visit Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges Upwey Belgrave RSL Upwey Fire Brigade - CFA What's on in Upwey Belgrave, Selby, Tecoma, Upwey Community Noticeboard

08.01.2022 Managing and caring for our land, protecting lives, property and the environment from the threat of fire, and serving our communities in so many other ways, is the daily work of our people. We have established a Fallen Personnel Memorial to honour all those who have lost their lives in the course of this work, whether that be in emergency response, forestry, land management or other activities. The honour roll listing each of our fallen colleagues from across Victoria has ...been permanently erected in the foyer of our offices in Melbourne and we were honoured to launch it earlier today. We will also be commemorating those lost to each region in Victoria, with dedicated honour rolls erected at DELWP regional offices across the state. Find out more about the memorial and why it is so important here: www.delwp.vic.gov.au//home/honouring-the-ultimate-sacrifice

08.01.2022 Ready to hit trail bike trails in regional Victoria? Regional Victorian riders are anticipated to flock to forests, parks and reserves to enjoy the outdoors as the weather warms up, but they're being urged to share the forest and ride responsibly by considering the following: Stay on formed roads and vehicle tracks ... Ride with others and wear full PPE Carry a first aid kit, and a mobile phone Be mindful of speed and noise Riders must hold a motorcycle licence or learner’s permit and motorcycles must be registered. Remember to check any public health measures for your area before leaving the house and wear a face mask, visit www.coronavirus.vic.gov.au Parks Victoria

08.01.2022 Listen to the Ovens Working for Victoria (W4V) crew talk about how they are making a difference through their work on vital bushfire recovery projects across north east Victoria. The tasks done by our W4V crews include track repairs, dangerous tree removal and repairs to damaged infrastructure in national parks and state forests so that they are ready for Victorians to enjoy when it is safe to do so. This video was filmed before certain public health measures were introduced,... such as mandatory face coverings. Our crews are continuing to adhere to appropriate physical distancing and hygiene requirements to ensure we can safely continue our operations.

07.01.2022 Forest Fire Management Victoria crews have finished burning piles of bushfire debris at Gipsy Point to reduce hazards leading into spring and summer. You may continue to see smoke in the local area and our crews will patrol the burn area in the coming days. Thank you to the local community for your understanding while we completed this important work.

03.01.2022 After the 2019/20 summer fires our Mountain and Alpine ash forests needed some tender loving care. That’s why we carried out one of the largest forest restoration efforts in Victoria to re-seed our alpine ash forests. We’ve released 4.5 tonnes of seeds out over 11,500 hectares to bring these forests back to their former glory. To prepare for similar events in the future we’re now collecting 7.5T of seeds to be ‘banked’ to enable a fast recovery for any future forest restoration efforts. Protecting our forests for years to come.

01.01.2022 The planned burn ignition at Kangaroo Flat is now complete. People may continue to see smoke in Kangaroo Flat and surrounding areas. Crews will remain onsite until the fireground is safe and will patrol the area in the coming days. Thank you to the local community for your understanding while we completed this important work.... ABC Central Victoria The Bendigo Advertiser Triple M Bendigo Hit91.9 Bendigo CFA District 2 City of Greater Bendigo Fire Rescue Victoria Bendigo Fire Brigade Kangaroo Flat Fire Brigade Golden Square Fire Brigade

01.01.2022 The first ever virtual Victoria Nature Festival program is now available. Take a virtual sunrise tour of Walker Swamp, meet Victoria’s park rangers online or learn about Dja Dja Wurrung’s work on Country. Enjoy 2 weeks packed with engaging online events and activities for you and your family. It all starts on Monday, 28 September, don’t miss out! Check out the fantastic events and activities at: vic.gov.au/ournature

01.01.2022 If weather conditions remain suitable, Forest Fire Management Victoria crews will ignite piles of debris left over from the 2019-20 bushfires at Gipsy Point to reduce hazards leading into spring and summer. The heaps will be ignited today, Wednesday 30 September and tomorrow, Thursday 1 October, and will be patrolled for the rest of the week. You may see or smell smoke, and some forest and park roads and tracks could be closed until the burns are completed and the area is saf...e for public access. Signs will be in place. We encourage those who are sensitive to smoke to remain indoors and keep windows closed until the smoke passes. We understand that smoke from planned burns may cause concern. 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 Emergency Management Victoria. 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 https://bit.ly/38DvsLQ or call 1800 226 226.

01.01.2022 If conditions are suitable, and it is safe to do so, FFMVic will ignite the St Arnaud Wattle Street planned burn tomorrow (Saturday 21 November). This 10-hectare fuel reduction burn in the St Arnaud Regional Park is adjacent to St Patrick's Primary School and focussed on reducing the spread and intensity of bushfires near St Arnaud and surrounding areas. We work closely with the Bureau of Meteorology to assess weather conditions, such as humidity, temperature and wind sp...eed, and will only carry out burns when the conditions are suitable. 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. St Arnaud CFA ABC Central Victoria St Patrick's Primary School, St Arnaud