Alpine Shire
Recovery Information
7th September, 2026
Please share this with your networks so we can work together to keep our communities informed, prepared and ready to recover from emergencies.
VCOSS – Free Bushfire Seminar 8/9 2pm:
You are invited to a FREE online Bushfire Safety Q&A for the Care Sector!
Tuesday 8th September, 2026
2pm – 3.30pm
Due to the declaration by the BOM of an active El Niño last month, we have brought this year’s Bushfire Safety Q&A forward to help you have the best chance to prepare for what could be an early fire season.
Our Q&As are a place for support workers and service providers to:
· hear about the upcoming fire season
· learn about new and updated resources
· ask us questions about bushfire safety.
Register now to come along (and please share with your networks!)
VIC SES – Plan & Stay Safe on holidays:
Are you going away for school holidays? Plan and stay safe:

Even if you’re heading out on an adventure, it’s important to plan ahead so you can stay safe when enjoying time away with family and friends.
DFFH – H5 Bird Flu Update:
Events are now being reported rather than individual detections.
H5 is still NOT detected in poultry.
Please consult the Ag Vic website for the latest Vic developments
If you see sick or dead birds or wildlife, report it via the Agriculture Victoria website or call the Emergency Animal Disease Hotline on 1800 067 888