Published on Friday, 14 November 2025 at 12:56:21 PM
The City of Busselton invites residents of Yallingup and surrounding areas to take part in the Yallingup Community Emergency Preparedness Open Day – Bushfire Ready Together. The free event will be hosted at the Yallingup Coastal Bushfire Brigade, Valley Road, Yallingup from 1.00pm to 3.00pm Sunday, 7 December 2025.
Mayor Phill Cronin said: “Tailored for Yallingup townsite and surrounding areas, this interactive community event is designed to strengthen local preparedness and resilience ahead of the summer fire season.”
“In collaboration with members of the Local Emergency Management Committee, the City will provide practical tools, information and advice to help residents better understand bushfire risk and how to take practical steps to prepare.”
“This free, family-friendly event is all about empowering our community with the knowledge, skills and connections needed to stay safe. Let’s work together to protect what matters most!”
Representatives from the Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES), Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions (DBCA), Main Roads WA, Department of Communities, Dunsborough Police, State Emergency Services, local volunteer bush fire brigades and Yallingup Bushfire Ready Group will be on hand. Activities include:
- Scenario Workshop – Work side by side with emergency services in a simulated bushfire event to explore real-time decision-making, response actions and community coordination.
- Lessons Learned – Hear firsthand stories and insights from past local incidents and learn how they have shaped today’s preparedness strategies.
- Virtual Reality Experience – Step into a lifelike bushfire scenario through VR technology to experience the intensity and urgency of a real event.
- Bushfire Ready Support – Meet trained Bushfire Ready volunteers and either start or refine your personalised bushfire plan.
While the event is free to attend, registration is strongly encouraged. More information and registration can be found here.
Objectives outlined in this statement are aligned with the City of Busselton’s Council Plan (2024 - 2034) Key Theme Lifestyle – Our community is safe, welcoming and inclusive, with access to services and facilities to support good health and wellbeing.
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