The firewise gardening mini-series is here

Following the success of its Firewise Gardening Guide in Western Australia, the Bushfire Centre of Excellence (BCoE) has launched a three-part video mini-series designed to equip property owners with vital knowledge for protecting their homes and gardens from bushfire threats.

The new video series aims to make firewise principles even more accessible by translating the detailed guide into engaging visual content. Each episode breaks down firewise concepts into easy-to-understand segments.

The first episode explores the initial four chapters of the Firewise Gardening Guide. It begins with an introduction to firewise gardening and explains bushfire behaviour and its impact on properties. The episode also provides practical strategies for bushfire preparedness, as well as guidance on planning a firewise property and designing a resilient garden layout.

Episode two delves into applying firewise principles directly to your garden. It introduces the core principles of firewise garden design and shows viewers how thoughtful planning can reduce bushfire risk. Viewers will also learn about the characteristics of firewise plants and receive planting guidelines to help create gardens that are, both safe and sustainable.

Episode three brings everything together by focusing on the design of your firewise landscape tailored to the firewise principles. It also outlines essential maintenance practices that help keep gardens fire resilient, reinforcing the importance of ongoing maintenance.

Chief Superintendent Bushfire Centre of Excellence John Tillman said, "These videos break down firewise principles into easy-to-understand segments, empowering residents to take proactive steps in protecting their properties. The video series will assist property owners to understand and plan a strategic garden design that can make a real difference during a bushfire."

The Bushfire Centre of Excellence encourages all property owners, particularly those in bushfire-prone areas, to take advantage of these free resources. By understanding and implementing firewise gardening principles, individuals can significantly reduce the risk to their homes and communities.

You can watch the mini-series for free on the DFES YouTube channel or access the online version of the Firewise Gardening in WA Guide.

For more information, contact the Bushfire Centre of Excellence at bushfirecoe@dfes.wa.gov.au.