Firefighting

  • Burnoff compensation query for farmers

    LANDOWNERS near Deans Marsh say they are worried they will not receive compensation if burnoffs destroy their properties or produce.

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  • Teams gear up for state firefighting titles

    FIRE authorities have launched the state’s firefighting championships in Colac.

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  • Firefighters hone skills for titles

    COLAC district firefighters have honed their skills before state championships later this month.

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  • Machinery sparks fires

    MACHINERY started two grass fires in two days during Colac district’s hot spell.

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  • Fires start despite rain

    FIREFIGHTERS have warned Colac and district residents to be aware of fire risks despite the weekend’s rain after two grass fires yesterday.

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  • Storm causes blackouts and fires

    A WILD electrical storm caused blackouts and fires across Colac district.

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  • Premier admits Otways refuges difficult

    PREMIER Ted Baillieu has admitted it will be difficult to establish bushfire refuges in the Otways.

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  • Residents want fire compensation guarantee

    COLAC district residents are demanding a guarantee of compensation after the State Government dismissed calls to cancel a planned burnoff.

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