Controlled Burning on Brisbane Valley Rail Trail

Published on 01 July 2025

South Burnett Regional Council advises members of the public that Queensland Parks and Wildlife will be initiating a controlled burn on land adjacent to the Brisbane Valley Rail Trail during the last week of school holidays, Monday 7 July to Friday 11 July 2025.

The burn operations will be undertaken in Benarkin and may take up to two days to complete, subject to conditions permitting.

These operations will be carried out by qualified and experienced operators.

Residents and businesses around the burn area are reminded to take the following precautions:

• Keep doors and windows closed to prevent smoke entering homes
• Keep outdoor furniture under cover to prevent ember burns
• Retract pool covers to prevent ember damage
• Remove washing from clothes lines
• Ensure pets have a protected area
• Vehicles must slow down, keep windows up and turn headlights on
• Sightseers must keep away from the burn zone for their own safety

If you have asthma or other breathing difficulties, reduce outdoor activities. If shortness of breath or coughing develops seek medical advice.

Council encourages the community to stay clear of this area during this time.

For further information please contact Council’s Facilities, Parks and NRM Team 4189 9100 or email info@sbrc.qld.gov.au