Friday 9 January 2026 has been declared a Total Fire Ban for Victoria.
Due to the Extreme Fire Danger Rating forecast in the Central fire weather district (including Cardinia Shire) all Council owned or managed facilities or services within the Bushfire Prone Area (BPA) will be closed on Friday 9 January. This includes all community centres, halls, kindergartens, MCH sites and sporting facilities.
To check the Bushfire Prone Area (BPA) go to the Community Compass tool.
Additionally, Emerald Lake Precinct (Emerald Lake Park and Nobelius Heritage Park) will be completely closed to all vehicles and pedestrians. Closure signage will be displayed at all entrances. Parks are expected to reopen on Saturday morning, subject to safe conditions.
All facilities and services will resume Saturday 10 January 2026, when conditions are predicted to improve.
Stay informed:
- Download the VicEmergency app and set up a watch zone.
