Firebreaks & Burn Periods
Firebreaks
Firebreaks are required between 29 October and 15 April inclusive – to view the latest Firebreak information, please click here.
Click here to view Bushfire preparedness plan.
Click here to view the DFES website.
Prohibited Burning
Prohibited Burning is from 1 November to 28 February inclusive.
Restricted Burning
Restricted Burning is from 1 October to 31 October inclusive
Restricted Burning is from 1 March to 7 April inclusive.
BURN PERMITS
When to obtain permits
Permits are required for burning of windrows, stubble, grass or bush at any time during the RESTRICTED burning periods. Permits are required for all areas. No burning is permitted on a High or above Fire Danger Rating day during the Restricted burning period.
How to obtain permits
Permits can be obtained from the Shire Office or from your local Permit Issuing Officer listed below. When applying for a permit you will need to provide the lot number and street name of the property for which the permit is to apply:
Saturday - Irwin Fire Rating
High 47
Sunday - Irwin Fire Rating
Extreme 52
Monday - Irwin Fire Rating
Extreme 57
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Who To Contact |
Telephone Number |
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Townsite Areas |
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Shire of Irwin Office |
9927 0000 |
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Community Ranger |
0427 110 237 |
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M Butcher |
0408 956 741 |
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H Campbell |
0427 931 058 |
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S Boyd |
0427 366 557 |
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Rural Areas |
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A Gillam |
0427 717 174 |
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P Summers |
0429 086 270 |
DONGARA PUBLIC LIBRARY
The Dongara Public Library aims to deliver an extensive collection of items to meet the needs of the community of Dongara, Port Denison and surrounding areas. The items are updated regularly and come in the following formats:
- Regular print books
- Graphic novels and comics
- Community information
- Large print books
- Paperbacks
- DVDs
- Talking books (on mp3 and CD)
The collection is divided into the following sections:
- Junior Kindergarten -Picture board and large size books for young children
- Junior Fiction - Books suited for kids from 8 years old – 12 years old
- Young Adult - Stories suited to 12 years old & above
- Adult Fiction - Regular & Large Print.
- Adult & Junior Non Fiction
- Biographies
- DVDs - TV Series & Feature Films
- Audiobooks - Books on CDs & mp3 players
Genres
I WANT IN!
Becoming a member
To become a member of the Dongara Public Library, complete a Library Membership Form and supply photographic identification to our staff. The minimum borrower age is 12 years old.
Ebooks
We strive to provide a digital option for all our members. Borrow Box and Over Drive offer free eBooks & eAudiobooks to loan.
Borrow Box can be accessed by installing the Borrow Box app on your device through the Apple App Store or Google Play Store, or via the website http://library.bolindadigital.com/dongara.
Over Drive can be accessed by installing the Over Drive app on your device through the Apple App Store or Google Play Store or via the website www.wapldmc.lib.overdrive.com.
Donations
The Dongara Public Library accepts book and DVD donations, as long as their physical condition is good. The Library reserves the right to place donations that are not needed on the Free Stand.
Public access computer
The Dongara Public Library provides access to one public-use computer with word processing and internet access, with a time limit of one hour. Printing is available at a charge. The Library also provides photocopying and scanning facilities. All patrons utilising the public access computers must adhere to the Terms and Conditions of Use.
Read more on https://www.esmart.org.au/esmart-libraries/.
Opening times
| Monday to Friday | 9.00am – 3.00pm |
| Saturday | 10.00am – 1.00 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Become a library volunteer
Are you passionate about books, meeting new people and want to be part of an amazing team?
If you’re looking for a simple way to give back to the community as well as indulge in your love of everything books, then volunteering at our small community library is for you. Click the links below to access the information poster and application form
I WANT IN!
Becoming a member
To become a member of the Dongara Public Library, complete a Library Membership Form and supply photographic identification to our staff. The minimum borrower age is 12 years old.
eBooks
We strive to provide a digital option for all our members. Borrow Box and Over Drive offer free eBooks & eAudiobooks to loan.
Borrow Box can be accessed by installing the Borrow Box app on your device through the Apple App Store or Google Play Store, or via the website http://library.bolindadigital.com/dongara.
Over Drive can be accessed by installing the Over Drive app on your device through the Apple App Store or Google Play Store or via the website www.wapldmc.lib.overdrive.com.
Donations
The Dongara Public Library accepts book and DVD donations, as long as their physical condition is good. The Library reserves the right to place donations that are not needed on the Free Stand.
Public access computer
The Dongara Public Library provides access to one public-use computer with word processing and internet access, with a time limit of one hour. Printing is available at a charge. The Library also provides photocopying and scanning facilities. All patrons utilising the public access computers must adhere to the Terms and Conditions of Use.
Read more on https://www.esmart.org.au/esmart-libraries/.
Opening times
| Monday to Friday | 9.00am – 3.00pm |
| Saturday | 10.00am – 1.00 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Become a Library Volunteer
Are you passionate about books, meeting new people and want to be part of an amazing team?
If you’re looking for a simple way to give back to the community as well as indulge in your love of everything books, then volunteering at our small community library is for you. Click the links below to access the information poster and application form
CONTACT INFORMATION
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