Weekly Newsletter - 24th May 2023
Operations
Roster
Starting Saturday
Date: 27th May - 2nd June
- First Call: Crew A
- Second Call: Crew D
Incidents
None
Lake Leschenaultia Burn, Monday 29th
The Shire will be re-attempting a hazard reduction burn on Monday the 29th, running for the full day. Anyone interested should contact Adrian.
Unrestricted Burning Period Commences 1st June
The Unrestricted Burning Period will commence on Thursday the 1st of June. Given the limited amount of rainfall so far this season, it is possible that this will result in a couple of call-outs to escaped or illegal burns.
Burning is still prohibited on days of High Fire Danger Rating, even during the Unrestricted period.
Accidental AVL Activation
Triggering the Emergency Alert on the AVL system, through either a manual activation (holding the AVL button for 4 seconds) or through a crash / rollover will raise an alarm at ComCen. ComCen will attempt to establish the validity of the alert and determine any response required.
If the alert is accidentally triggered the Crew Leader should contact ComCen to confirm that no emergency response is required. Contact can be made to 6IP via radio, or by phoning 1800 198 140.
Updates
Circulars and SOPs
No updates.
Mundaring Fire School
No updates.
Administration
Annual General Meeting
The Brigade Annual General Meeting will be held at the Station, 12 Ashstead Street in Sawyers Valley on Monday, 29th May 2023 commencing at 1930 hours. There will be a very short General Meeting preceding the AGM which will commence at 1900 hours. At the conclusion of the AGM, a light supper and refreshments will be provided. Should members be unable to attend, there will be the option to participate via Zoom, or alternatively appoint a proxy to vote on your behalf.
All relevant documents including proxy forms, agendas and minutes will be emailed out closer to the meeting date.
Nominations for Office Bearers
Nominations for all positions have now closed. As there was one nomination received for each position and providing no one withdraws their nomination, there will be no requirement to hold a ballot and the Chairperson/Returning Officer will declare the member elected to that position.
Outstanding Services Award
Nominations for the Outstanding Services Award close on Saturday, 27th May. If you would like to nominate a member who you feel has given outstanding service to the Brigade, please nominate using the attached form and place your nomination in the ballot box at the Station. Additional forms are available alongside the ballot box.
Weekly Calendar
- Saturday 27th: Training - Initial Control at Wildfires, 09:30 at the Station
- Monday 29th: Annual General Meeting, 19:30 at the Station
- Tuesday 30th: Weekly Vehicle Checks, 19:30 at the Station, Crew A
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