Parc Noosa Bushfire Management Plan 3 May 2016_COMPILED

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        The hedge will be maintained to approximately 1.2m in height and approximately 1m in width,
        with a low (300mm) height fire resistant timber sleeper wall to close any low gaps.

        The screen utilises a drip irrigation system for watering and to double as moisture control.

        The Resort Management will inspect the hedge every three months, and replace any die-back.



2. MANAGING YOUR PROPERTY

Proper property maintenance is vital in reducing the fire risk.

The Fuel Control Area and fuel reduction measures (as indicated above) must be maintained around
the buildings. The main function of the fuel reduction zone is to reduce the level of hazard, and in
particular, to eliminate, where possible, attack by radiant heat or flame contact.

In addition to reducing the fuel load, the Fuel Control Area helps to provide an area where burning
debris can fall with minimal opportunity to create further fire outbreaks.

Reducing the fuel load means removal of fallen leaves, dead or dying trees, unused flammable
structures and materials and rubbish and any other debris. Managing effectively means taking the
following actions prior to the bushfire season (usually in late Spring and early Summer):

        • Removal of ground litter and dry, dead material by hand or by mechanical means (mowing
        or lawn establishment) within the Fuel Control Area:

            Remove rubbish, dry timber, wood piles and vegetation so that they are away from the
             buildings:
            Mow long grass & clear undergrowth from fences:
            Clear roof and gutters of leaves and twigs on a regular basis, particularly during summer:
            Trim branches so that they do not overhang into the Fire Protection Zone:



What if there is a fire?

Should there be a fire outbreak, there are a number of critical points to be aware of. It is best to
evacuate early, and leave the Queensland Fire and rescue service the job to protect property. If you
do decide to stay, only those who are capable of working quickly before, during and after a fire front
has passed should stay behind to affect protection measures.

Resort Management will alert all tenants via text message if there is a fire approaching through their
automated text message service. If you notice a fire and there has not been a text message alert it
may be that Resort Management are not aware of the fire. In this instance, please call 000, then alert
Resort Management.

Resort Management will stay in regular contact with Queensland Fire and Rescue Service during a fire
event, and will keep tenants updated as to the status of the fire via text message. Should you see