Reducing Bushfire Risk

Bushfire Sprinklers We have been working with Dr Alan Green from the Sustainable Building Research Centre at the University of Wollongong to create resources sharing the latest research on bushfire sprinkler systems. This includes building a bushfire sprinkler demonstration wall to compare different sprinklers (photo and video below). The wall Read more…

Hydrated Landscapes The catastrophic fires of 2019 came after many years of drought. Keeping soil hydrated may reduce the risk of fire, and maintaining canopy can assist in reducing evaporation. Impact sprinklers and drip irrigation can assist in keeping gardens hydrated.  Read our sections on Stormwater and Landscaping to learn Read more…