Emergency Services and Volunteers Fund (ESVF)

The Emergency Services and Volunteers Fund (ESVF) will come into effect on 1 July . Council is legislated to collect this levy on behalf of the Victorian Government through the annual rates notice. Find out more >

Report possible illegal burning off

If you see a fire that is a threat to people or property call 000 immediately.

We are currently not in the Fire Danger Period. 

Please note that burning off green waste for fuel reduction is allowed outside the Fire Danger Period if certain conditions are met. This is in accordance with Local Law 20

Before you make a report, please go to the Burning off page to check whether the burn off meets the conditions.

If you don't think the burn off meets the burning off conditions, please report it to us by sending an email to mail@cardinia.vic.gov.au. (If you prefer, you can report it by contacting 1300 787 624).  

 

Smoke can be a serious health hazard for some people, and is more likely to affect:  

  • those with heart or lung conditions 
  • pregnant women 
  • young children 
  • the elderly. 

More info: EPA website – Smoke and your health  

Fore more information see our page on Wood heaters, fire pits and smoke pollution.