Lessons learnt from Budj Bim fire 12 months on

THE CFA and DELWP worked closely to control the fire in Budj Bim National Park, with substantial damage to native foliage and fences. Photo: CHRIS DOHENY.

By Allanah Sciberras

January 07, 2021 | 8:45 AM

ONE year has passed since crews contained the 6000-hectare fire that impacted the Budj Bim cultural landscape.

Presenting many challenges due to its cultural significance, CFA District 4 Merino group manager, Wayne Munro said it was a complex and difficult fire to contain.