Since the project started woody weeds and flammable vegetation on roadsides and reserves have been reduced across all areas of council that are bushfire prone. Works will continue until the project concludes in March 2025.

Targeted works are undertaken by contractors and our in-house crew who use the specially procured Green Climber, a remote controlled mower that can mulch vegetative material. The Green Climber is proving a valuable tool in the battle to mitigate bushfire risks and will be seen on over 50 sites tackling fine fuels (grasses etc.) and mulching up vegetative material in the lead up to and during the bushfire season.

Community groups will continue to be consulted, with works being planned sensitively to mitigate issues such as endangered animal habitat loss and disruption to registered sites. Notification may also be provided direct to residents depending on the nature of works.

Our Community-led Disaster Resilience (CDR) groups will be expanded over the next 18 months. A few groups are already established and these groups focus on various hazards, including fire, flood and storms relevant to their specific location. They are a great way to connect with other community members and prepare for disasters locally.