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DELWP Hume

Locality: Benalla, Victoria

Phone: +61 136186

Address: 89 Sydney Road 3672 Benalla, VIC, Australia

Website: http://www.delwp.vic.gov.au

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25.01.2022 Following severe winds that caused power outages in Ruffy, Avenal and Tallarook, 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 u...sing 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: http://energy.vic.gov.au

25.01.2022 Our crews in Marysville have been busy preparing for the Granton Pitt Track planned burn, which is scheduled to be ignited tomorrow (Thursday 4 March). The 16-hectare fuel reduction burn aims to reduce the spread and intensity of bushfires near Marysville, Narbethong and surrounding communities. Reducing fuel loads means bushfires are less intense, making it more likely that firefighters can contain them before they impact on people, property and the environment.... Weather permitting, the burn will be completed tomorrow afternoon and crews will patrol the area for several days until the area is declared safe. Under the current public health advice, planned burning is continuing across Victoria. During the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, we continue to work closely with the Department of Health and Environment Protection Authority to ensure we keep the smoke impacts from planned burning as low as practically possible. Our crews are adhering to appropriate physical distancing and hygiene requirements to ensure we can safely continue our operations across the state. To find out when and where planned burns are happening near you, go to or sign up at www.vic.gov.au/plannedburns or call 1800 226 226. Parks Victoria CFA (Country Fire Authority) Buxton C.F.A Marysville Fire Brigade - CFA Alexandra Newspapers Murrindindi Shire Council Marysville and Triangle Community Foundation

24.01.2022 This small patch of native habitat within the Pheasant Creek Flora Reserve is home to the critically endangered Shelley (or Summer) Leek-orchid and over 40 other threatened species. After a fire went through the reserve last summer, we constructed a 5-hectare deer exclusion fence to support its recovery and provide long-term protection from introduced deer. We spoke with Glen Johnson (DELWP), John Silins (Parks Victoria) and Lyn Coulston (Koetong Landcare Group) to understa...nd why this deer fence is critical to the long-term survival of these species. Forest Fire Management Victoria Parks Victoria Landcare Victoria Upper Murray Landcare Network ABC Goulburn Murray The Border Mail

24.01.2022 A container deposit scheme will reduce litter, encourage better recycling outside the home, generate clean streams of quality recyclables and create jobs across the state. Which is why we're launching a scheme for Victoria. Help us shape the scheme so that it works for you: engage.vic.gov.au/container-deposit-scheme

22.01.2022 The Buckland Valley in north east Victoria attracts thousands of visitors each year. As part of the Victoria's Great Outdoors program we are investing $250,000 to upgrade camping and visitor sites in the valley. We are currently developing the master plan for the project, and to have your say please visit www.engage.vic.gov.au/buckland-valley-state-forest-recreati... Forest Fire Management Victoria Alpine Shire Council Camping Victoria Bright & Surrounds

17.01.2022 Our Forest Fire Management Victoria crews were quick to respond and contain a small fire at Follett Road near Murchison yesterday afternoon. What sparked this blaze? An unattended campfire. Since last Friday, 13 November FFMVic and Conservation Regulator officers found 26 unattended campfires across north east Victoria. ... Campfires must never be left unattended and should be completely extinguished using plenty of water. If the fire is cool to touch then it's safe to leave. If you see a campfire that doesn’t look right or is unattended call 136 186. Bushfires should be reported by calling 000. Remember to be safe this summer and read the campfire safety rules because unattended campfires can have devastating impacts: https://www.ffm.vic.gov.au//fire-restrictions-and-regulati Parks Victoria CFA (Country Fire Authority) Towong Shire Council Wodonga Council Alpine Shire Council Indigo Shire Council Rural City of Wangaratta Benalla Rural City Council Greater Shepparton City Council Moira Shire Council Mansfield Shire Council Murrindindi Shire Council Mitchell Shire Council ABC Goulburn Murray The Border Mail Alexandra Newspapers Wangaratta Chronicle Wangaratta North Rural Fire Brigade - CFA CFA District 24 Headquarters Brigade Shepparton Fire Brigade- CFA Shepparton News The Shepparton Adviser Myrtleford Times Corryong Courier Corryong Fire Station Tallangatta Herald Bright Fire Brigade Mansfield Fire Brigade CFA Broadford Fire Brigade Broadford CFA South Wangaratta Fire Brigade CFA District 23 CFA District 22 Wodonga West Fire Brigade Wodonga Urban Fire Brigade Harrietville RFB

17.01.2022 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

14.01.2022 Check out this amazing piece of artwork in Chiltern! ‘Reverence’ is a 12 metre wide by 9 metre high mural commissioned by DELWP and created by local artist Kirrily Anderson. The Box-Ironbark Forest surrounding Chiltern is home to many of the Victoria’s most endangered plants and animals and the mural depicts 27 of these species (see if you can spot them all!)... Watch the video below to hear from Kirrily and learn more about the process of bringing this artwork to life Parks Victoria North East CMA Indigo Shire Council BirdLife Australia Threatened Species Commissioner Threatened Species Conservancy Regent Honeyeater Project Regent Honeyeater Recovery Program The Border Mail Wangaratta Chronicle ABC Goulburn Murray

11.01.2022 Our newest Project Firefighters (PFFs) are taking part in a rigorous training course to learn the skills needed to protect communities from bushfires in time for summer. The 48 new recruits are part of the 146 seasonal firefighters employed in North-East Victoria to help keep communities safe. The new recruits will not only respond to bushfires and other emergencies, they’ll also be conducting planned burns, slashing, track clearing and other land management activities.... The training course covers the essential elements of firefighting including fire behaviour, fire suppression, planned burning, safety and survival techniques. Once they’ve completed the course, the PFFs will work alongside our permanent staff where they’ll receive valuable on-the-job learning from experienced firefighters. The 146 firefighters will be on board by 15 November, and based in depots at Alexandra, Marysville, Toolangi, Broadford, Kinglake, Benalla, Mansfield, Wangaratta, Yarrawonga, Nathalia, Shepparton, Beechworth, Bright, Ovens, Whitfield, Mount Beauty, Corryong, Mitta Mitta and Tallangatta. All Forest Fire Management Victoria crews are adhering to appropriate public health and hygiene guidelines to ensure operations and training can safely continue across the state. Parks Victoria CFA (Country Fire Authority) Mitchell Shire Council Murrindindi Shire Council Mansfield Shire Council Strathbogie Shire Council Greater Shepparton City Council Benalla Rural City Council Moira Shire Council Rural City of Wangaratta Indigo Shire Council Wodonga Council Alpine Shire Council Towong Shire Council

11.01.2022 The planned burns scheduled to happen this week at Granton, near Marysville, has been postponed due to unfavourable weather and forest conditions. If weather and forest conditions are suitable, FFMVic firefighters will ignite the burns next week. 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.... To find out when and where planned burns are happening near you, go to or sign up at www.vic.gov.au/plannedburns or call 1800 226 226. Alexandra Newspapers Marysville and Triangle Community Foundation Marysville Fire Brigade - CFA Buxton C.F.A

11.01.2022 The 2020 firewood collection season is closing this Monday 30 Nov. This weekend will be your last weekend to collect firewood for domestic use until 1 March 2021. Firewood can be collected at nominated collection areas for domestic use, no permit required. You can only take fallen or felled wood and cannot damage standing trees (including dead ones) or collect logs that are visibly hollow or growing moss or fungi.... Firewood collection from designated areas in the Upper Murray is still restricted to residents of Towong Shire and specific post codes within adjoining local government areas. Residents living outside the Towong Shire in the following postcodes will be able to collect firewood from the designated collection areas in the Upper Murray District: Wodonga Council within postcodes 3691 and 3690. Indigo Shire Council within postcodes 3691 and 3695. Alpine Shire Council within postcodes 3691, 3697, 3698 and 3699. People from these postcodes collecting within designated collection areas may be asked for proof of their address by authorised officers. For more information on firewood collection and where to collect visit - https://www.ffm.vic.gov.au//firewood-collection-in-your-re Parks Victoria Forest Fire Management Victoria

10.01.2022 One hundred and twenty motion-sensor cameras have been installed across the Ovens Valley to detect and monitor Long-footed Potoroos ability to survive following last summer’s devastating fires. The cameras will be stationed for the next 21 days and use heat-sensing technology that trigger an infra-red ‘flash’ when movement is detected capturing images of the rarely seen species. The data will be used to help us better understand the impacts that widespread fires have on ...the threatened marsupial so we can take important steps to ensure its survival. Long-footed Potoroos are an endangered species and only found in parts of north east Victoria and far east Gippsland. Bushfires, climate change and predation by foxes, wild dogs and feral cats has contributed to the population’s decline. This project is part of the Victorian Government’s Bushfire Biodiversity Response and Recovery program which supports on-ground action to help species impacted by last summer’s bushfires. All activity complied with public health measures, prioritising the safety of the Victorian community, our staff and contractors. Taungurung Land & Waters Council Alpine Shire Council Parks Victoria Ovens Landcare Network Myrtleford Times ABC Goulburn Murray The Border Mail The Alpine Observer Wangaratta Chronicle Alpine Radio Kiewa & Ovens Valleys Bushfire Recovery Victoria CFA (Country Fire Authority) Arthur Rylah Institute for Environmental Research

10.01.2022 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

09.01.2022 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/

07.01.2022 The ignition of the planned burn at Tawonga is now complete. People may continue to see smoke in Tawonga, Mount Beauty and surrounding areas, and crews will remain on site throughout the night and in coming days to patrol the burn area until it’s safe. Planned burns play a vital role in reducing the bushfire risk to help protect our communities and the environment.... Thank you to the local community for your understanding while we completed this important work. To find out when and where planned burns are happening near, go to or sign up at www.vic.gov.au/plannedburns or call 1800 226 226. Matt Ryder, Tawonga CFA Member Parks Victoria CFA (Country Fire Authority) The Alpine Observer ABC Goulburn Murray Alpine Shire Council Bright Fire Brigade Myrtleford CFA

07.01.2022 Plan ahead if you’re heading outdoors Something as simple as having a large picnic rug can help you keep 1.5 metres apart. Work out what you want to do before you leave and make a plan that matches the restrictions. ... If you’re heading out to a state park or beach, check capacity numbers first or consider going to a less popular site that matches your plans. Have a back-up plan if it’s too crowded find a hidden gem instead of the usual popular spots. Being COVIDSafe includes wearing a fitted face mask, practicing physical distancing of 1.5 metres, practicing good hand hygiene, observing group size limits, staying home when unwell and if you are in metro Melbourne, staying within 25km of your home. Please visit www.coronavirus.vic.gov.au for up-to-date information, updates and advice.

04.01.2022 The planned burns scheduled to happen this week at Stanley and Porepunkah have been postponed due to unfavourable weather and forest conditions. If weather and forest conditions are suitable, FFMVic firefighters will ignite the burns next week. 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.... To find out when and where planned burns are happening near you, go to or sign up at www.vic.gov.au/plannedburns or call 1800 226 226. Parks Victoria CFA (Country Fire Authority) Myrtleford Times The Alpine Observer ABC Goulburn Murray

03.01.2022 NAIDOC Week 2020 is here. 'Always Was, Always Will Be' recognises that First Nations people have occupied and cared for this continent for over 65,000 years. It acknowledges the spiritual and cultural connection of hundreds of Nations and cultures covered this continent. There are many online celebrations taking place, making it even easier for you to get involved: www.naidoc.org.au/get-involved/naidoc-week-events #NAIDOCWeek

03.01.2022 Did you know that approximately 10% of Victoria's bushfires are caused by campfires? To support the safety of Victorians, Conservation Regulator officers are patrolling popular campsites across the state, looking for unsafe campfires and educating the public. Before lighting a campfire, make sure you're familiar with the safety rules: ... https://www.ffm.vic.gov.au//CanICantIcampfireandbbqbrouchu In addition to campfire safely, remember to be COVIDSafe. This includes wearing a fitted face mask, practising physical distancing, ensuring proper hand hygiene including the use of hand sanitiser, and observing group size limits.

02.01.2022 A Total Fire Ban has been declared for parts of our region tomorrow (Saturday 28 November), this includes people in the following Local Government areas, Greater Shepparton City Council, Moira Shire Council and Strathbogie Shire Council. 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. To stay informed visit www.emergency.vic.gov.au... Parks Victoria Forest Fire Management Victoria CFA (Country Fire Authority) ABC Goulburn Murray

01.01.2022 Are you thinking about growing your own vegetable garden? Growing your own fresh produce saves money, helps you to adapt to the impacts of climate change and research has proven that it also reduces your stress levels. By growing your own food, you are helping to reduce carbon emissions and food packaging materials such as human-made plastics and cardboard.... If you have your own vegetable garden we’d love to see it, please share a photo in the comments section below. For tips on growing your own food, please visit: https://www.sustainability.vic.gov.au///Grow-your-own-food Totally Renewable Beechworth Totally Renewable Yackandandah Acres and Acres Coop Landcare Australia Landcare Victoria How To Grow Your Own Vegetables

01.01.2022 Parks Victoria’s Volunteering in Nature: Summer Series 2020 is full of outdoor and online volunteer events. Ready to get out in the field? Then join the ranger led LitterWatch group activity at Yarrawonga Common on Tuesday 1 December at 10am. Volunteers will be assisting local staff in removing litter from the beautiful Yarrawonga Common and will learn about the LitterWatch program.... Register here: parkconnect.vic.gov.au//Volunteer/public-planned-activity/

01.01.2022 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