The Loop | Tuesday, 22 October 2024 New date for agricultural expo, helicopters in Eurobin and Ovens for training, and more. Emergency Management Agency Information 7 November 2024   SES: Earthquake Safety For earthquake emergency assistance from VICSES call 132 500. For life-threatening emergencies call triple-zero (000). For general earthquake information, please visit Geoscience Australia…

The Loop | Tuesday, 22 October 2024 New date for agricultural expo, helicopters in Eurobin and Ovens for training, and more. Emergency Management Agency Information 22 October 2024     Alpine Shire Council New date for A Little Bit of Relief – Agricultural Expo Due to the forecast of storms and heavy rain, Council has…

The Loop | Tuesday, 8 October 2024 Free community leadership opportunities, the Bushfire Code, and preparing for storms. Emergency Management Agency Information 8 October 2024     Alpine Valleys Community Leadership Program Scholarship available for resident of the Alpine Shire A scholarship opportunity has become available for a resident of the Alpine Shire to participate…

The Loop | 24 September 2024 Learn more about Bushfire Resilience Inc. and Alpine Shire Council’s Recovery Hub Emergency Management Agency Information 24 September, 2024 Bushfire Resilience Inc. (BRI) BRI Mission Statement Improve community engagement in reducing bushfire risk by providing expert knowledge and promoting it to households in a timely and practical manner.  …

The Loop, 9 September, 2024 Emergency Management Agency Information – 9 September, 2024 VicPol: Mount Hotham has closed for the season Despite lift operations ceasing at Mount Hotham as of Wednesday 4th of September, the declared snow season will continue until early October.   All regulations and directions including the requirement to carry snow chains…

The Loop, 2 September, 2024 Emergency Management Agency Information – 2 September, 2024 ACRC/ASC*: Draft MEMP for consultation MEMP – Municipal Emergency Management Plan The preparation of this Municipal Emergency Management Plan (MEMP) involves identifying and mitigating the risks specific to the Alpine Shire, outlining capability and capacity of local agencies, and documenting relief and…

The Loop, 14 August, 2024 Emergency Management Agency Information – 14 August, 2024 ACRC*: Myrtleford Flood Study Help us confirm that the extent of flooding identified for the 1993, 1998 and 2010 flood events is correct. For more information please click here: *ACRC: Alpine Community Recovery Committee CFA: Candles, incense and oil burners Staying Safe…

The Loop, 31 July 2024 Dear Community Connectors and Agencies, As you have probably noticed The Loop looks a little different from previous editions. We have moved our website to a dedicated website and are now using Mail Chimp for the editions of The Loop. Our branding at the top of the publication and our…

The Loop | 17 July 2024 Agency Information – 17 July 2024 *FFMV: RECRUITING PROJECT FIREFIGHTERS TO KEEP VICTORIA SAFER Diverse and exciting career opportunities with Forest Fire Management Victoria (FFMVic) are currently available for those with a passion for the outdoors, learning new skills and keeping Victorian communities safer. For information and to apply,…

DFFH*: A website has been established by Agriculture Victoria which includes key information on the current Avian Influenza situation. The website includes maps and information about ‘Movement controls’. Agriculture Victoria website Avian influenza | Poultry diseases | Animal diseases | Biosecurity | Agriculture Victoria  Farm Biosecurity Practices https://agriculture.vic.gov.au/biosecurity/animal-diseases/emergency-animal-diseases/information-for-farm-visitors-service-providers  Department of Health advisory update: https://www.health.vic.gov.au/health-advisories/human-case-of-avian-influenza-bird-flu-detected-in-returned-traveller-to-victoria *DFFH:…