Bushfire Risk Management Plan

The City is undertaking a review of its Bushfire Risk Management (BRM) Plan. The primary aim of the BRM Plan is to manage the threat of bushfires in a way that protects people, critical assets, and the values that matter most to our community.

Bushfire risk management is a shared responsibility across all sectors, including government, industry, and private landholders. While the City leads the planning process, we recognise that effective risk management can only be achieved through meaningful engagement with stakeholders. This includes those who live and work in our communities, land managers, community groups, and emergency services.

Why does this plan matter?

Bushfires are a natural part of the landscape, but with changing climate conditions and land use patterns, the risks are evolving.

The Bushfire Risk Management Plan aims to:

• Identify bushfire risks across all land tenures
• Determine treatments to reduce risk in a practical, sustainable, and community-supported way
• Build local capacity and resilience through collaboration and shared responsibility

The Plan reflects the knowledge, values, and objectives of local stakeholders. It also serves to inform agencies, residents, and community organisations of their roles and responsibilities in managing bushfire risk.

Where Can I View the Plan?

The proposed Bushfire Risk Management Plan is available for viewing in the documents section of this webpage. It includes maps of identified risk areas, treatment options, and detailed background on risk assessment methodology.

How Can I Comment?

We invite you to leave a comment or ask a question in the space below. This section provides an opportunity for community members to share insights, ideas, or concerns about bushfire risk management and local resilience.

Your feedback can help shape future updates and guide implementation efforts.

Together, we’re building a safer, more connected, and bushfire-ready community.

Supporting Community Resilience

Moving forward, the City will work with stakeholders to promote and implement strategies that strengthen local bushfire resilience. These may include:

• Working with our local Volunteer Bushfire Brigades and preparedness groups
• Promoting preparedness through media campaigns, signage, and community newsletters.
• Hosting community events and resilience-building workshops.
• Engaging local schools, aged care providers, and cultural groups.
• Accessing state and federal grants for local risk treatment measures.
• Working with DFES and other agencies to deliver programs to at risk community groups.

Building a safer, more connected, and resilient community starts with understanding and participation. We're so grateful to everyone who has played a part in this important process.