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Bushfire science interaction in Stawell
Bushfire CRC research went public in the western districts of Victoria.
Wed, 04/05/2011
Bushfire CRC research went public in the western districts of Victoria.

New thinking lined up for conference
Launch of 2011 conference in Sydney - Minister Gallacher
Thu, 28/04/2011
The Sydney City historic fire station No 1 was a fitting venue to launch the AFAC and Bushfire CRC annual conference that will be held in Sydney later this year, themed around ‘New World, New Thinking’.

Students submit
Phil Zylstra
Tue, 05/04/2011
Three more students have submitted their PhD thesis in recent weeks, with more to come soon.

Recent research briefs

Fri, 01/04/2011
The Bushfire CRC has published some solid, interesting fire notes recently - dont miss out.

WA research in Board's focus
Fri, 04/03/2011
The Governing Board of the Bushfire CRC met with researchers and agency partners in Perth in February.

Survey of Perth hills bushfire-affected communities begins
Houses after Perth hills fires February 2011
Wed, 23/02/2011
Bushfire CRC researchers have begun a survey of Perth hills residents affected by recent bushfires.

Conference call for papers
Fri, 04/02/2011
The 2011 annual conference of the Bushfire CRC and AFAC is now offering two opportunities for presenters.

Convair bombers on trial
Convair water bomber test Avalon 1
Wed, 02/02/2011
Convair water bombers have conducted their first test drop as part of an Australian-first trial through the Bushfire CRC to determine the aircraft’s suitability for Victorian firefighting.

In the media...

Clearing away the smoke to judge the true cost of fires

The Age
Sat, 12/01/2013

Trial by fire

The Australian
Sat, 12/01/2013

Heatwave and three months of low rainfall have sucked the nation dry

West Coast Sentinel
Sat, 12/01/2013

Clearing away the smoke to judge the true cost of fires

The Canberra Times
Sat, 12/01/2013

Record heat, low rain leave regions 'primed' to ignite

Western Magazine
Sat, 12/01/2013

Record heat, low rain leave regions 'primed' to ignite

Bombala Times
Sat, 12/01/2013

Heatwave and three months of low rainfall have sucked the nation dry

Port Lincoln Times
Sat, 12/01/2013

Heatwave and three months of low rainfall have sucked the nation dry

The Advertiser
Sat, 12/01/2013

Record heat, low rain leave regions 'primed' to ignite

The Advertiser
Sat, 12/01/2013

Research to highlight information and warnings during bushfires

936 ABC Hobart
Fri, 11/01/2013

Preparing children for bushfires: It's important that children are involved in bushfire plans

Motherpedia
Fri, 11/01/2013

What fire science tells us and why we need more

The Drum - ABC
Fri, 11/01/2013

Concerns raised about under insurance

ABC News
Fri, 11/01/2013

Controlled burns are better than the alternative

The Drum - ABC
Fri, 11/01/2013

Extreme heat in Australia: ACF media brief

Australian Conservation Foundation
Fri, 11/01/2013

A vison to build on the successful research
Posted: 1 week 2 days ago

The Governing Board of the Bushfire CRC is currently considering a vision to build upon the successful research program of the last decade.

As the new Bushfire and Natural Hazards CRC lays its foundations over the coming year, the Bushfire CRC will focus on completing its research program and working with partners to ensure the research is thoroughly taken up within...

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Gary Morgan
Gary Morgan
CEO Bushfire CRC

Fire Notes - a valuable communication tool
Posted: 1 week 2 days ago

Fire Notes are a valuable tool to communicate your research outcomes and potential implications to agencies and other interested audiences.  Feedback from a range of our end users has clearly indicated that they value Fire Notes and that they expect Fire Notes on all Bushfire CRC projects.

The writing, editing and production process...

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David Bruce
David Bruce
Communications Manager Bushfire CRC

See you at the Research Forum
Posted: 1 week 2 days ago

One of my favourite aspects of the Bushfire CRC and AFAC conference week is the Research Forum, which begins the conference on Monday 2 September. This year’s Research Forum is the third incarnation, and promises to be one of the best yet. The Research Forum provides one of the best opportunities for researchers and scientists not currently connected to the Bushfire...

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Richard Thornton
Dr Richard Thornton
Deputy CEO and Research Director Bushfire CRC

Media Releases

Fire fighter volunteers - How can we keep them, and keep them safe?
La Trobe University scientists are playing important roles in the new Bushfire Cooperative Research Centre (CRC) established to improve all aspects of preventing and fighting bushfires. The Federal Minister for Science, Peter McGauran, launched the new CRC—one of a number financed by the Federal Government to bring together researchers in many organisations working in the same field— in Melbourne on 9 December.

NZ joining new Australian bushfire research effort
New Zealand is set to contribute to a major Australasian bushfire research initiative being launched today. The new Bushfire Cooperative Research Centre (CRC) brings together research organisations, government agencies, and university and industry partners in a coordinated approach to bushfire research.

Tanker Spray Protection System
A controlled bushfire in Tumburumba will help the NSW Rural Fire Service (RFS) test a new water spray protection system designed to improve the safety of firefighters trapped in dangerous `tanker burn overs’.

Recent FireNotes

Fire impact and risk evaluation

Predicting bushfire preparedness from bushfire expectations

Promoting community bushfire preparedness

The influence of familiarity on teamwork and decision making

Economic contributions to bushfire management and policy

Understanding social networks for bushfire preparation