Bushfire preparedness

Fire is a problem in most summers in Australia, but particularly so after good seasons where spring rains have produced abundant growth and in very hot dry summers where the vegetation becomes tinder dry.

Despite rainfall events which may occur sporadically over the bushfire season, short periods of hot, dry weather will lead to pastures drying off and becoming prone to bushfires. Being prepared is a key to minimising the impacts of fire on your property and livestock. Landholders should take measures to reduce the fire hazard on and surrounding their property. This Primefact includes information on:

• important things to remember;
• using machinery;
• firebreaks;
• protection of livestock.