Our Community Links will be closing at 12noon on Tuesday, 24 December 2024. Lilydale Community Link will remain open throughout the Christmas and New Year period except for on public holidays. Healesville, Monbulk, Yarra Junction and Upwey links will reopen on Monday, 6 January 2025.
The Fire Danger Period for Yarra Ranges has commenced at 1am Monday 23 December 2024. During the Fire Danger Period you cannot light a fire in the open air unless you have a written permit. You can check if you require a permit online through the Fire Permits Victoria website. Lighting a fire in the open without a permit is an offence and can bring a penalty of over $21,800 and/or 12 months imprisonment.
Find out more about the Fire Danger Period on the CFA website.
Council recommend that open air burning is the last resort for fuel reduction. Find out more about alternate methods for fuel reduction.
Stay up to date with all relevant information by visiting our webpage.
https://www.coronavirus.vic.gov.au/book-your-vaccine-appointment