Mark Boothman MP Blog - Environment.

Hazard Reduction burn is continuing in Wongawallan behind the Timberview Estate. The lite breeze will push the smoke in a easterly direction.

Super hero tree planting happening at Oxenford this morning. It is great to see so many young minds participating. Great work all, plus a special mention to Steve Gill for his amazing efforts over the years and dedicating so much of his time to protecting our environment.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

DECLARATION OF LOCAL FIRE BAN - Due to Severe Fire Weather forecast for Sunday 24th September.

PROHIBITION ON THE LIGHTING, MAINTENANCE AND USE OF FIRES IN THE OPEN

For the period of 0001hrs Sunday 24th September 2017 until 2359hrs on Sunday 24th September 2017

No fires are to be lit or maintained during this period, and all previously issued permits have been cancelled.

Saturday Community Roadside with some special visitors. It was a nice surprise to have a family of ducks join us.

Since Tuesday the 5th of September a fire has been slowly burning throughout the Wongawallon area.