Wildlife Friendly, Fire Smart Properties

Discover how to balance bushfire safety with caring for native wildlife and habitat. This engaging workshop will equip you with practical, science-backed strategies to reduce fire risk around your property—without losing the natural features that make it a haven for local species.

Presented by Dr Simon Cherriman—wildlife ecologist, ornithologist, and award-winning environmental educator—this session combines practical land management advice with inspiring insights into the interconnectedness of fire, landscapes, and wildlife.

Joining him will be a fire ecologist, who will discuss how to identify the right balance of fire and weed management to protect biodiversity while reducing bushfire risk.

A Shire of Mundaring Fire Officer will also share practical, on-the-ground guidance on managing your Asset Protection Zone (APZ), maintaining effective firebreaks, and planning safe, effective fuel-reduction strategies.

🌿 What You’ll Learn:

• How to manage fuel loads while protecting native flora and fauna
• Smart plant selection for both fire safety and biodiversity
• Property layout tips to reduce fire risk and support habitat connectivity
• Ways to create safe zones and shelter for wildlife during and after fire
• Best-practice management of APZs and firebreaks
• Tips for safe, low-impact burning
• Real-life example of a local property aiming to balance fire preparedness and biodiversity

👟 Who Should Attend: Perfect for property owners who want to reduce fire risk and maintain and improve wildlife habitat on their land. Please note: This event is not suitable for very young children.

📅 Book Your Spot! Spaces are limited for this event, so secure your place today.

For more details, contact the Shire of Mundaring Land for Wildlife Coordinator at:📧 environment@mundaring.wa.gov.au