ADVICE OF WORKS - MAY 2023

Published on Wednesday, 19 April 2023 at 2:00:00 PM

The Shire of Donnybrook Balingup advises that the following works are in progress or programmed to commence in the near future. Please note all works are subject to weather and other conditions, therefore dates may change.

Suspended Restricted Burning Period - we are now in the Unrestricted Burning Period.

Whilst in the unrestricted burning period, you may burn without a permit. The unrestricted period (typically) runs from 27 April until 31 October annually. Please note that these dates are subject to change, and are dependent on seasonal conditions.

Please be aware that, due to the impact of smoke, burning is still prohibited on land under 2000 m2.

Winter is an ideal time to start preparing your property for the upcoming fire season, particularly if you choose to use fire to reduce the fuel load on your property.  The Shire encourages property owners to take advantage of this safer period to conduct their fire hazard reduction burning. 

When conducting a burn please note that care must be exercised:

  • The burn must be conducted in an area that is surrounded by firebreaks
  • Rake around dead trees to minimise the risk of them catching alight
  • Notify your neighbours prior to lighting up
  • Be in attendance and control of the burn at all times (preferably a minimum of two adult able-bodied persons should be present for the duration of the burn)
  • Have the ability to extinguish the fire if the conditions change (water or manual methods)
  • Do not burn damp, wet or green material as this will cause excessive smoke
  • Fires are to be immediately extinguished should smoke blow across public roads causing visibility to be reduced.


For more resources on being Bushfire Ready, please read more on the Department of Fire and Emergency Services website below:

dfes.wa.gov.au

Advice of Shire Works

The Shire of Donnybrook Balingup advises that the following works are in progress or programmed to commence in the near future. Please note all works are subject to weather and other conditions, therefore dates may change.

  • COLLINS STREET:

    • Road renewal works will commence in May 2023 along the section of Collins Street near the Apple Fun Park. The carpark for the Apple Fun Park may be closed for various periods during these works. You will still be able to access the Park during this time, but should always show caution around work-sites.

  • LITTLE ROAD:

    • Gravel resheeting works will be undertaken on a section of Little Road in early May 2023.

  • MILO ROAD:
    • Gravel resheeting works will be undertaken on a section of Milo Road in late May 2023.

Hours of operation are normally between 7.00 am and 5.00 pm, Monday to Friday. Works will be clearly signed and you are requested to exercise due care when travelling near or through these areas. Delays are expected to be minimal.


Should you require further information, please contact the Shire Works and Services Department on 9780 4209.

Benjamin (Ben) Rose
Chief Executive Officer

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