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On The Land4 July, 2026OWNERS of five acres or more in the Mareeba Shire are being invited to register for a free one-day Landholder Fire Workshop in August. Organised through the Mareeba Shire Council with. . .
On The Land4 July, 2026OWNERS of five acres or more in the Mareeba Shire are being invited to register for a free one-day Landholder Fire Workshop in August. Organised through the Mareeba Shire Council with support from the Department of Primary Industries, the workshop would help landowners improve their properties’ resilience and prepare for the coming bushfire season. This interactive one-day workshop is designed to provide practical, hands-on information including:• Effective fire management practices• Proven strategies to reduce bushfire risk on your property• How to identify and protect critical assets• Practical guidance on property planning and preparednessAs part of the workshop scheduled for 6 August, participants will receive a satellite map of their property and take part in a one-on-one property mapping activity. This includes tailored advice from Dr Leasie Felderhof, an expert in fire behaviour and risk. To register an Expression of Interest, visit the council centre or go to the Landholder Fire Workshop and follow the links. Share:KeepThe Expresslocally owned & proudly independent. The Express is a free, independent newspaper dedicated to delivering quality journalism and locally produced news that matters to our community. In an era where media is increasingly controlled by large corporations, we remain proudly locally owned and committed to telling the stories that impact our readers. If you value having an independent voice in your community, please consider making a contribution. Every dollar helps us keep local journalism alive, vibrant, and free for all. Most Popular