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Home fire safety
Winter is a high-risk time for home fires. Sadly, Tasmania has one of the highest fire fatality rates in Australia. While the dangers of fire are very real, there is a lot you can do to protect yourself, your family and your home.
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Bushfire-Ready Challenge
Take part in this Challenge at your own pace to ensure you can get to know your bushfire risk, create a bushfire plan, prepare your property and much, much more!
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Community Bushfire Protection Plans
Community Protection Plans provide information on how to prepare for and survive a bushfire, and how and where to get additional bushfire safety information. This information is a critical part of a Bushfire Plan.
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Fire permits
Fire permits help ensure fire is used safely during a bushfire danger period. They control when fires are lit, protecting you, your property, and your community.