ANZAC story of former Wollert Primary School student (Lieutenant Clarence Tasman Mummery MC)
Lieutenant Clarence Tasman Mummery MC or "Tas" as he was known was born in Zeehan Tasmania and during his childhood he moved to Melbourne...
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South Morang grassfire highlights importance of receiving emergency information and warnings
Last Tuesday’s grassfire in South Morang highlights the summer fire risk in urban environments especially on Melbourne’s urban fringe....
Facts of fire - Part 6 Grassfires
In todays final instalment of the Facts of Fire series we are covering grassfires. Fires don’t just happen in the country, if you live...
Facts of fire - Part 5 Radiant heat
In todays instalment of the Facts of Fire series we are covering radiant heat. During a bushfire, the atmosphere will literally feel like...
Facts of fire - Part 4 Windspeed
In todays instalment of the Facts of Fire series we are covering windspeed. A fire will burn faster uphill. This is because the flames...
Facts of fire - Part 3 Spot fires
In todays instalment of the Facts of Fire series we are covering spot fires. The term spot fire describes a fire ignited outside of a...
Facts of fire - Part 2 Ember attack
In todays instalment of the Facts of Fire series we are covering ember attack. Embers are often as hot as the fire which created them and...
Staying safe during summer fires relies on you knowing the facts about fire - Part 1
Victoria is one of the most fire-prone areas in the world. Bushfires and grassfires start quickly, often without warning and they can...
BBQ fire caused by build up of fat residue
Many people are hosting BBQ's and entertaining friends during the festive season but do not properly maintain their BBQ so it is safe to...
Don’t risk using illegal fireworks at your New Year’s Eve celebration
Are you planning to use illegal fireworks during New Year’s Eve celebrations? Fireworks are banned from use by the general public because...
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