CFA VOLUNTEERS from six Mornington Peninsula brigades joined a candling operation at Arthurs Seat on 14 May as part of an ongoing statewide push to reduce bushfire risk ahead of the next fire season. Members from Main Ridge, Red Hill, Flinders, Mt Martha, Rye and Balnarring Fire Brigades took part in the hazard reduction burn along Pindara Rd, working alongside Mornington Peninsula Shire to reduce fire risk around Arthurs Seat and neighbouring residences and businesses. CFA planned burn operations officer, Graeme Briggs, and CFA commander, Nick Bryant, said the operation demonstrated the value of collaboration between CFA and local government.…
Wednesday, May 27
