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Campfire and heat fuels April blazes
An unattended campfire caused a bushfire near Pennyroyal on the weekend, while a mulch fire also took hold at Birregurra in unseasonably warm autumn weather.
Firewood season opens
Firewood collection season opens today but people must follow COVID-19 restrictions when leaving home.
Experts explain need for burns
An Otway forest scientist and fire management experts say fuel reduction burns are vital, and have acted to stamp out common misconceptions.