Illustrated guide: Defending your home against a bushfire

By Lucy Fahey

Posted Friday 8 Jan 2016 at 10:48amFri 8 Jan 2016 at 10:48am, updated Wednesday 19 Apr 2023 at 5:37amWed 19 Apr 2023 at 5:37am

Fire agencies recommend that you develop a bushfire survival plan. If you decide to stay and defend your home, there are some important things to consider.

Posted 8 Jan 2016Fri 8 Jan 2016 at 10:48am, updated 19 Apr 2023Wed 19 Apr 2023 at 5:37am

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Illustrated guide: Defending your home against a bushfire

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