As the bushfire season begins, Kingborough Council is encouraging all residents to take proactive steps to prepare their properties and protect their families.
Mayor Paula Wriedt said it was important to understand the risks and get ready before the bushfire season starts.
“By taking action now, preparing your property and making a plan, we can reduce risk and keep our community safe,” Cr Wriedt said.
“Being prepared can reduce stress, minimise damage, and most importantly, save lives.
The Tasmania Fire Service website has essential bushfire preparation tips including:
- Create or update your Bushfire Plan
- Talk about your plan with family, neighbours and friends
- Clear your property of flammable materials and prepare an emergency kit
- Know when to leave and where to go. Stay informed with the TasALERT and Tasmania Fire Service social media and websites, along with ABC local radio
- Monitor weather conditions at www.bom.gov.au and check for total fire bans
“Council also offers Free Green Waste Weekends for both Barretta Waste and Recycling Centre and Bruny Island Waste and Recycling Centre.
This initiative ensures the community has an accessible option to reduce their bushfire risk by removing green waste from their gardens, gutters and property.
“Kingborough’s next Free Green Waste Weekend is on Saturday 29 and Sunday 30 November 2025.
“Don’t wait until it’s too late, prepare now and help make Kingborough a bushfire ready community,” Cr Wriedt said.
For more information on bushfire preparedness, visit https://bushfire.tas.gov.au/