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State and regional framework<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Vegetation fire management across Tasmania is guided by the State Fire Management Council (SFMC) and its Tasmanian Vegetation Fire Management Policy<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

At a regional level, Council is a member of the Hobart Fire Management Area Committee (HFMAC), which coordinates bushfire risk management across the Greater Hobart area (approximately 110,000 ha). The Committee\u2019s Bushfire Risk Management Plan<\/a> shapes how Council approaches mitigation locally.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Council\u2019s approach<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Council\u2019s bushfire mitigation program began in 2017 and is now guided by the Bushfire Mitigation Strategy 2020\u20132030<\/a>. This strategy takes a risk-based approach to managing bushfire-prone vegetation on Council land, helping to protect life and property by assessing current practices and identifying where improvement is needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Council also has a Bushfire Mitigation Policy<\/a> that supports this work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What we do?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Bushfire risk management is an important part of protecting people, property, infrastructure and the natural environment. Council works with emergency services, land managers and the community to identify bushfire-prone areas and undertake mitigation activities that help reduce the risk and impact of bushfires.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Our responsibilities<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Council is responsible for managing bushfire risk on land and assets under its care and control, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • Council-owned parks and reserves<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Road reserves and nature strips in bushfire-prone areas<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Council buildings and facilities located in bushfire-prone areas<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Selected areas of public open space and bushland<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    Council\u2019s role focuses on managing vegetation and fuel loads on Council-managed land to help reduce the intensity and spread of bushfires where practicable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Working with emergency services<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Council works closely with the Tasmania Fire Service and other agencies to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    • Identify areas of higher bushfire risk<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Plan and prioritise mitigation activities<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Coordinate fuel reduction programs<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Support emergency preparedness and response planning<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Share information with the community<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

      Bushfire management activities are guided by risk assessments, environmental considerations and operational conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Planned burns<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

      Planned burns, also known as prescribed burns, are an important tool used to reduce fuel loads in bushland and help lower bushfire risk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Council may undertake planned burns in consultation with the Tasmania Fire Service and relevant specialists when weather and environmental conditions are suitable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Planned burns are carefully planned and managed to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      • Reduce accumulated vegetation and fuel loads<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Lower the intensity of potential bushfires<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Help protect nearby communities and infrastructure<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Maintain access and operational safety in bushland areas<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

        Burns are conducted under controlled conditions and are monitored to minimise risks and impacts where possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        Notification of planned burns<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

        Council aims to notify nearby residents and affected communities before planned burns take place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        Notifications may include information about:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        • Burn locations and timing<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Smoke impacts and safety advice<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Temporary closures or restricted access areas<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Changes due to weather or operational conditions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

          Smoke from planned burns may still affect nearby areas depending on weather conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

          Vegetation management<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

          In addition to planned burns, Council undertakes a range of vegetation management activities to help reduce bushfire risk across Council-managed land.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

          These activities may include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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          • Mechanical slashing and mowing<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Hand clearing and pruning<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Removal of excess vegetation and debris<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Managing invasive plant species that increase fire risk<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Maintaining fire access tracks where appropriate<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Hazard reduction works around Council facilities and infrastructure<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

            Vegetation management programs are prioritised based on risk, environmental considerations and available resources.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

            Balancing bushfire management and environmental values<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

            Council aims to balance bushfire risk reduction with the protection of environmental and natural values.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

            Bushland areas often contain important native vegetation, wildlife habitat and biodiversity values. Bushfire mitigation works are planned to consider:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

              \n
            • Environmental impacts<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • Native vegetation protection<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • Cultural and heritage values<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • Erosion and land stability<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • Community amenity and recreational use<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

              Community liaison<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

              Council works with residents in bushfire-prone areas to improve awareness of local bushfire risks and preparedness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

              This may include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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              • Sharing information about planned mitigation works<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              • Providing advice about vegetation management responsibilities<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              • Supporting bushfire preparedness and awareness initiatives<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              • Working with community groups and residents in high-risk areas<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                Council encourages residents to understand their own bushfire risk and prepare their properties and emergency plans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                Bushfire preparedness<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

                While Council manages bushfire risk on Council land, property owners are responsible for managing bushfire risk on private land.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                Residents are encouraged to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                • Maintain vegetation around homes and buildings<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                • Prepare a bushfire survival or emergency plan<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                • Stay informed during bushfire season<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                • Follow advice from emergency services<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                  For emergency information and bushfire preparedness advice, visit the Tasmania Fire Service website.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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