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I have a vacant block next door that has native bush, is this dangerous?
22 Jul 2015

I have a vacant block next door that has native bush, is this dangerous?

by Michael Mallin | | 0

Yes this can be dangerous, however it depends on many factors from slope, aspect and fuel load. For example if you have a vacant block that is downhill from your house then this is more dangerous than if the block is … Continued

My house has no bush around it, do I really need to do all this work?
22 Jul 2015

My house has no bush around it, do I really need to do all this work?

by Michael Mallin | | 0

One of the biggest dangers during a bush fire is what we call “ember attack”. During a bush fire embers can travel many kilometres and start spot fires in and around your home. It is for the reason that everyone … Continued

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