Backyard Burning Basics
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Practical advice to get your property bushfire ready.Join local fire and land management experts for an evening of practical information about bushfire preparedness and safer backyard burning.
Topics will include:
• preparing your home and property
• maintaining firebreaks
• reducing fuel loads
• permits and rules for burning off
• planning a safer backyard burn
• cultural and cool burning practices
• important contacts and seasonal dates
There will be a community Q&A, an information stall and a free BBQ dinner cooked by local Rural Fire Brigades.
Date: Friday 14 August
Time: 5.30pm–8pm
Location: Cooktown Shire Hall
Cost: Free
Property owners, landlords and renters are encouraged to attend.
Presented with representatives from Queensland Fire Department, Cape York Catchments, Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service, local Rural Fire Brigades and local Ranger groups.
Assistance provided by the Australian and Queensland governments through the jointly funded Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements.
Although funding for this product has been provided by both the Australian and Queensland Governments, the material contained herein does not necessarily represent the views of either Government.
Date
Friday 14 August 2026 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM (UTC+10)Location
Cooktown Shire Hall
42 Helen St, Cooktown QLD 4895
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Backyard Burning Basics
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