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Emerald Emergency Planning Group

Locality: Emerald, Victoria, Australia

Phone: +61 407 824 323

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23.01.2022 EEPG is working with Macclesfield Disaster Recovery Group and Emergency Management Victoria (EMV) to help create a Community Based Emergency Management Portal on the EMV website. This will enable recovery agencies, local government and local leaders identify the recovery resources and assets available in a particular town when an emergency occurs. This will help encourage local involvement in pre planning efforts and recovery efforts regardless of the emergency.

23.01.2022 Thanks to everyone who helped the Emergency Support Team at Emerald Twilight Market.

17.01.2022 I'm pleased to announce that the Cockatoo Emergency Support team completed their induction training this week. We now have an emergency recovery capacity in both Emerald and Cockatoo for recovery post storms, fires and other large scale emergencies. This is a blessing and I thank those who have stepped up to help their community. We also had some fun which you can see playing out in the training photo below

17.01.2022 The Emerald Emergency Support Team will be raising awareness with a stall at the Emerald Twilight Market on Friday 6th December. Please contact Wayne on 407824323 if you want to assist with distribution information or help in any way.

16.01.2022 Please encourage businesses and groups you know to attend this important event, either the morning or evening workshop.

16.01.2022 Emerald and Cockatoo Emergency Support Teams are looking for a tandem trailer for their mobile generator. We are willing to refurbish an old one or pay a small amount for one thats OK. This resource will help provide temporary power when we set up a Temporary Emergency Support Hub after disasters and emergencies. You can email me: [email protected] or send a message via facebook. Thanks for everyones support in helping to keep this vital volunteer service going.

15.01.2022 Monbulk Fire 21/11/19 update: The fire activity yesterday around Monbulk saw 3 main fires being the Silvan Dam, Carcoola Rd and the larger one at Rankins Rd beh...ind the Monbulk College which was around 1.5ha. A huge effort by all crews who attended these fires has meant very minimal property damage. Trucks from across the Dandneong Ranges were supported by water drops by helicopter. Crews were patrolling the fire overnight and are again today. We would like thank all the brigades who supported us as well as our amazing community for rallying around. We have read and really appreciate your messages of support Here are some photos with thanks to local brigades and resident Alvin Lawrence. On a side note we are currently recruiting for new members so if youre interested please email: [email protected]. See more

15.01.2022 Im pleased to announce that the Cockatoo Emergency Support team completed their induction training this week. We now have an emergency recovery capacity in both Emerald and Cockatoo for recovery post storms, fires and other large scale emergencies. This is a blessing and I thank those who have stepped up to help their community. We also had some fun which you can see playing out in the training photo below

13.01.2022 The next few days will be hot, so please check CFA fire ratings and DHHS heat health alerts. Look out for neighbours and friends who may not cope well with these conditions, stay hydrated and cool yourself and enact your personal fire, redi plan with regard to the fire ratings for the next few days.

13.01.2022 A big thank you to Ray Spencer and Lions Club of Emerald for investigating the fit out of the Emergency Support Teams, Support Trailer with 12v LED lighting and power supply. Lions Emerald are quiet achievers who do great behind the scenes work so its good to be able to recognise it publicly

12.01.2022 An important community update from Cardinia Shires, Emergency Management Department Dear Emerald Community Stakeholder, The Country Fire Authority (CFA)-declared Fire Danger Period (FDP) for Cardinia Shire started on Monday 19 November 2018 and will remain in force until 1 May 2019, unless revoked earlier.... Important information about Worrell Reserve Worrell Reserve will not be designated as a Neighbourhood Safer Place (NSP) Bushfire Place of Last Resort (BPLR) for the 2018/2019 Fire Danger Period due to the resurfacing of Worrell Reserve oval and the current construction works for the new Hills Hub, which limit access to Worrell Reserve NSP-BPLR. Pepis Land announced as the Neighbourhood Safer Place - Bushfire Place of Last Resort for 2018/2019 Following due consultation and approval from the CFA, Pepis Land carpark and netball courts (16 Beaconsfield - Emerald Road) will be the NSP-BPLR for Emerald during the Fire Danger Period 2018/2019. Information about the Neighbourhood Safer Place - Bushfire Place of Last Resort The designated NSP-BPLR is a place of last resort during the passage of a bushfire. Whilst it may offer some protection from bushfire, the safety or survival of those who assemble here is not guaranteed. Before deciding to head towards or enter the NSP-BLPR in the event of bushfire be aware of the following. Many houses may offer better protection than this NSP-BPLR Travelling to the NSP-BPLR when there is bushfire can be extremely dangerous. There is no guarantee that you will be safe doing so The NSP-BPLR may not prevent death or injury from fire, embers or radiant heat when you get there You should only use this NSP-BPLR when your primary bushfire plan has failed or cannot be implemented The NSP-BPLR has limited capacity There is no guarantee that CFA or other emergency services will be present at the NSP-BPLR during a bushfire No facilities are provided for people with special needs, including those requiring medical attention The NSP-BPLR may be uncomfortable and no amenities such as food and drinks will be provided There is no provision for animals Community information sessions Local community drop-in sessions will be held over the coming weeks. Further information is available on the Council website. Please feel free to share this information throughout your community. More information: cardinia.vic.gov.au/nsp https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/plan-/neighbourhood-safer-places Kind regards, Kevin Kevin Carlisle-Stapleton |A/Emergency Management Coordinator | Cardinia Shire Council Web: www.cardinia.vic.gov.au PO Box 7 Pakenham 3810 | Customer Service: 1300 787 624

11.01.2022 On behalf of the EEPG I would like to thank all our Emergency Services, Ready2Go, EST and personal support volunteers for their work and commitment on behalf of their communities over the last 12 months. We wish you all a very merry Christmas and a blessed and safe New year.

10.01.2022 A big thank you to the Emerald and Cockatoo Emergency Support Team members who voluntered to run the BBQ for the SES information day. A great turn out by locals

08.01.2022 Wayne Collins, Regional Coordinator for Emergency Support Teams thanked Russell Jolley, president of Emerald Mens Shed yesterday for their generous donation of a 33KVA generator which will be refurbished and retrofitted to a tandem trailer as a portable unit. The Emergency Support Teams are now keeping an eye out for a tandem trailer that is suitable. Thanks again to the Emerald Mens Shed who are helping to ensure our area is in a position to recover effectively after a major disaster or emergency.

05.01.2022 TUESDAY 9TH OCTOBER 7.30PM EMERGENCY SUPPORT TEAM OPEN EVENING Find Out What Your EST is all about Whether its the aftermath of fires, floods, storms or high heat events, your Emergency Support Team is equipped, trained and ready to go where needed, to help with recovery from emergencies for the townships across the Eastern Hills.... EST is a volunteer organization based in Emerald that has been active in helping communities recover more effectively for the last 10 years. Come and find out more, plus how you can build the work of the EST into your recovery plans 7.30pm Clematis CFA Wellington Rd Clematis Free tea and Coffee A chance to talk to EST members Supported by the Emerald Emergency Planning Group CONTACT: WAYNE COLLINS FOR DETAILS 0407824323

04.01.2022 I want to thank members of the Emergency Support Team for their thoughts, prayers and willingness to be ready to help their communities during times like the ones we have experienced this week. Last week representatives from the Emerald business community met to formulate an emergency recovery plan for the Emerald business district. This is an ongoing process and we should be thankful for those businesses who are willing to be part of making sure they will be able to help their community recover post a disaster or major emergency. If you would like more information about the Emergency Support team or the business planning process call Wayne Collins 0407824323

02.01.2022 Representatives from Cockatoo and Emerald Emergency Support teams met last night to undertake training that focussed on caring for children post a disaster. These teams, like all our volunteer emergency organisations, work behind the scenes all year to ensure that when they are needed they will be effective in helping our communities recover from major emergencies and disasters. If you want to be part of this initiative please call me and Id be happy to meet for a coffee and answer any questions. Wayne Collins 0407824323

02.01.2022 Please save this date and pass on to any businesses you might know in the area

01.01.2022 EEPG pre season briefing and meeting tonight. 7.30pm Emerald CFA