39 q Annual Report 2013-2014


Above: Blaze Aid volunteers cleared 214 kilometeres of fences, completed 174 kilometres of fences and worked on 69 properties after the Grampians Northern Complex Fire.


Left: Governor of Victoria, the Hon Alex Chernov AC QC and Mrs Elizabeth Chernor meet with representatives from BlazeAid.


BlazeAid


BlazeAid is a volunteer-based organisation that works with families and individuals in rural Australia after natural disasters. Volunteers work alongside rural families helping to rebuild fences that have been damaged or destroyed. In the 79 days that BlazeAid volunteers worked in the area, 214 kilometres of fences were cleared, 174 kilometres of fences completed and 69 properties worked on. In total, 308 volunteers worked through the camp and 2,462 meals were served and prepared by locals. This outstanding effort has played a critical role in both physical and social recovery. At the conclusion of their time in the area, Council hosted a Civic Reception for BlazeAid volunteers and the local organisations and service clubs that supported their stay with volunteer assistance and catering.


Impact summary:


q 55,000 ha in total - 6,000 ha+ private land impacted q Over 150 properties affected


q Over 135 structures affected (including Northern Grampians Shire) - 43 building orders in Horsham Rural City Council (most now completed)


q 32 dwellings – 19 in total - 16 primary residences lost (in Horsham Rural City Council)


q Loss of one community member


q 38 tourism, accommodation and intensive agricultural enterprises – 29 in fire affected area, 9 surrounding area


q Impact on wildlife, Grampians National Park and visitor facilities


q Over 5,000 sheep dead, 2,000 hectares of pasture, 400 tonnes of hay/silage


q Approximately 320 kilometres of fencing q 109 hectares of olives affected q Native flower farms


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