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Environment Protection Authority Victoria @epa.vic.gov.au · 28/04/2026

What about the dumpers? They skip tracking and make it everyone else’s problem. But with more businesses doing the right thing, identifying waste crime becomes easier.

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Environment Protection Authority Victoria @epa.vic.gov.au · 28/04/2026

Dumped tyres are toxic. So we track their movement across the state. More than 95% of tracked tyres are documented at their source, in transport and at lawful disposal. 3 years ago it was just 13%.

complete waste records’ in the vertical axis running from 0% to 100% and the years 2023, 2024 and 2025 in the horizontal axis. A blue data line runs from near 0% in 2023 to nearly 100% in 2025. The area below the blue line is filled with a photograph of waste tyres.

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Environment Protection Authority Victoria @epa.vic.gov.au · 25/02/2026

Some good news to start the year. Tyre transport tracking reports are up by 75%. Meaning a safer environment for you. More operators are stepping up by doing the right thing (but there’s still work to do in 2026).

6 green arrows pointing up are part of a black tyre tread mark going up the image. Words to the right say ‘Tyre transport reporting compliance is up 75%’. The letter ‘o’ in the words are small tyres.

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Environment Protection Authority Victoria @epa.vic.gov.au · 16/02/2026

The single use plastics ban now includes items attached to packaged food expired. Reusable and biodegradable options are on store shelves now!

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Oliver (Oli) Jones @drolijones.bsky.social · 09/02/2026

🚨New paper alert🚨. Scientists from RMIT University working with @epa.vic.gov.au studied the occurrence and transport of #PFAS within a coastal #groundwater aquifer here in #Victoria 🇦🇺 The paper is open access and out now in the Journal of Contaminant Hydrology doi.org/10.1016/j.jc... #chemsky

A map of groundwater flow direction and magnitude.

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Environment Protection Authority Victoria @epa.vic.gov.au · 11/02/2026

Tyres were introduced 130 years ago to improve our economy. Now they’re impacting our environment. Report dumped tyres or stockpiles to us.

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Environment Protection Authority Victoria @epa.vic.gov.au · 31/01/2026

For the latest emergency information, visit emergency.vic.gov.au For live air and water quality information, visit www.epa.vic.gov.au/check-air-an...

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Environment Protection Authority Victoria @epa.vic.gov.au · 31/01/2026

Smoke from #VicFires has reached parts of Gippsland. The south west regions and Melbourne are still experiencing fair to poor air quality. We recommend people with sensitivities take precautions. These conditions are expected to remain through the afternoon and into the evening.

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Environment Protection Authority Victoria @epa.vic.gov.au · 30/01/2026

These conditions are expected to remain through the afternoon and into the evening. For the latest emergency information, visit emergency.vic.gov.au For live air and water quality information, visit www.epa.vic.gov.au/check-air-an...

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Environment Protection Authority Victoria @epa.vic.gov.au · 30/01/2026

New data has shown poor air quality in parts of Melbourne. Air quality in the Otway region also remains fair to poor. These are impacts from #VicFires. We recommend people with sensitivities take precautions.

The Melbourne skyline with white words over the top saying 'Bushfire smoke. Melbourne and Otway impacted. New data has shown poor air quality may last into the evening.

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Environment Protection Authority Victoria @epa.vic.gov.au · 29/01/2026

Melbourne, Geelong and other areas can expect fair to good air quality. For the latest emergency information, visit emergency.vic.gov.au

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Environment Protection Authority Victoria @epa.vic.gov.au · 29/01/2026

Forecast low wind in the Otway region will likely keep #VicFires smoke in the area. Air quality is expected to be poor. There is help if you need it: • call NURSE-ON-CALL 1300 60 60 24 for advice. • call 000 if anyone has trouble breathing or chest pain/tightness.

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ABC News Bot (unofficial) @abcnewsbot.bsky.social · 14/01/2026

More than 228 homes have been confirmed destroyed by bushfires across Victoria, with authorities warning the total is likely to rise.

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Firefighters gain ground across Victoria as damage toll rises

More than 228 homes have been confirmed destroyed by bushfires across Victoria, with authorities warning the total is likely to rise.

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Environment Protection Authority Victoria @epa.vic.gov.au · 14/01/2026

You can also have ash or debris tested for asbestos. Contact the National Association of Testing Authorities on 1800 621 666.

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Environment Protection Authority Victoria @epa.vic.gov.au · 14/01/2026

If you’re considering doing any clean up yourself, please follow the homeowner removal advice on the Asbestos Victoria website: asbestos.vic.gov.au/in-the-home/find-manage-remove-dispose/homeowner-removal

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Environment Protection Authority Victoria @epa.vic.gov.au · 14/01/2026

We strongly recommend using a licensed asbestos removalist. Using trained professionals is the safest option. They know how to remove and dispose of asbestos safely, without putting you, your family or neighbours at risk.

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Environment Protection Authority Victoria @epa.vic.gov.au · 14/01/2026

We recommend you do not inspect the fire-damaged rubble and ash. If you do stay safe: 🔷 avoid handling burnt building materials where possible 🔷 keep rubble wet to reduce dust 🔷 wear personal protective equipment

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Environment Protection Authority Victoria @epa.vic.gov.au · 14/01/2026

Returning home after a fire can be overwhelming. There’s a lot to take in, and safety might not be the first thing on your mind. But it’s important to be aware, If your home or nearby buildings were built before 2003, asbestos may be present. #vicfires #bushfire #ausfires

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Environment Protection Authority Victoria @epa.vic.gov.au · 11/01/2026

If you feel unwell or are concerned about your health and think it might be caused by smoke: 🔴 seek medical advice from your doctor 🔴 contact NURSE-ON-CALL on 1300 60 60 24.

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Environment Protection Authority Victoria @epa.vic.gov.au · 11/01/2026

Smoke from #vicfires and southerly winds are causing poor to very poor air quality across several regions. Poor: Wimmera Horsham area, Central Victoria including Melbourne CBD Very poor: Mallee Ouyen, Red Cliffs, Mildura, Bendigo, Echuca, Bright, Myrtleford, Beechworth.

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Environment Protection Authority Victoria @epa.vic.gov.au · 09/01/2026

@tfyoung.bsky.social I got a response from the team. We are going to issue a notice. This means they need to use someone qualified to clean up the fire water. And we will investigate the cause of the fire and any breaches of the law.

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Environment Protection Authority Victoria @epa.vic.gov.au · 09/01/2026

We attended to assist with Fire Rescue Victoria. I’ll ask the team to provide updates on what they find.

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Environment Protection Authority Victoria @epa.vic.gov.au · 09/01/2026

The good news is the fire is under control with Melbourne water onsite to manage the waterway.

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Environment Protection Authority Victoria @epa.vic.gov.au · 09/01/2026

Please reduce your exposure to smoke and manage your health risks For emergency information emergency.vic.gov.au

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Environment Protection Authority Victoria @epa.vic.gov.au · 09/01/2026

We have installed air monitoring stations at Alexandra and Yea. Residents and surrounds can now access current and forecasted air quality for their area. Air quality for Yea is currently very poor and Alexandra is extremely poor. #VicFires #Bushfire #Victoria

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Environment Protection Authority Victoria @epa.vic.gov.au · 08/01/2026

💊Check your meds Try keep at least 5 days’ supply ready, especially if you or someone at home has asthma or a heart or lung condition. Read more: www.epa.vic.gov.au/smoke-and-yo...

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Environment Protection Authority Victoria @epa.vic.gov.au · 08/01/2026

🏠Seal up your home Check for gaps around doors and windows. Seal them where you can. If you can’t, use wet towels to cover gaps when smoke is outside. 💦Avoid evaporative coolers Evaporative coolers pull outside air into the house.

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Environment Protection Authority Victoria @epa.vic.gov.au · 08/01/2026

Prepare now for heavy smoke. Bushfire smoke can travel long distances and affect your health. Even if you're not close to a fire. Here is how you can prepare: 🧵⤵️ #bushfire #vicfires #victoria #fire

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Environment Protection Authority Victoria @epa.vic.gov.au · 08/01/2026

Most importantly there is help if you need it: call NURSE-ON-CALL on 1300 60 60 24 for advice. call 000 if anyone has trouble breathing or chest pain/tightness. Read more about smoke and your health

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Environment Protection Authority Victoria @epa.vic.gov.au · 08/01/2026

💨 use your HEPA air purifier if you have one 💨 avoid burning candles, incense, and smoking. 💨 wear a P2/N95 mask if you must go outside 💨 if it is safe consider going to a place with cleaner air and air-con (like a library or shopping centre). 💨 bring your pets and their bedding inside

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Environment Protection Authority Victoria @epa.vic.gov.au · 08/01/2026

Can you see or smell smoke, and you are not in a warning zone? Smoke can travel a long way from fires and affect your health. Heres what you can do: 💨 minimise time outside 💨 skip hard exercise if you’re coughing or short of breath. 💨 close windows and doors 💨 set your air-con to recirculate.

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Environment Protection Authority Victoria @epa.vic.gov.au · 08/01/2026

We asked around... Sadly no size exemptions apply. Total Fire Ban really is inclusive of all sizes.

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Environment Protection Authority Victoria @epa.vic.gov.au · 08/01/2026

It’s extremely hot across Victoria. Parts of the state have a catastrophic fire danger rating. Keep checking VicEmergency and the Country Fire Authority websites as things can change quickly.

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Environment Protection Authority Victoria @epa.vic.gov.au · 07/01/2026

Total fire ban tomorrow in these districts: 🚫Mallee 🚫Northern Country 🚫North Central 🚫North East No fires can be lit, or kept alight, in the open air from 12:01 AM until 11:59 PM.

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Environment Protection Authority Victoria @epa.vic.gov.au · 07/01/2026

Thanks for the feedback. We shared this when we noticed the information wasn’t readily available on bluesky. Even though we’re not the lead agency for fires, we sometimes amplify advice from Country Fire Authority so people can access it where they are. We’ll post tomorrow’s forecast shortly.

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Environment Protection Authority Victoria @epa.vic.gov.au · 07/01/2026

To find what region you're in and to learn more about what a total fire ban is visit: cfa.vic.gov.au/fireban

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Environment Protection Authority Victoria @epa.vic.gov.au · 07/01/2026

It’s a real scorcher out there today. Please share this if you can. There is a total fire ban in the Central, Wimmera and South West fire districts.

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Environment Protection Authority Victoria @epa.vic.gov.au · 25/12/2025

Merry Christmas 🎄 Especially to the people who keep Victoria running. From emergency responders, health workers, waste and recycling crews, cleaners, transport workers, and everyone working behind the scenes while others rest. Thank you for what you do for Victorians today and everyday.💚

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Environment Protection Authority Victoria @epa.vic.gov.au · 17/12/2025

Single-use plastics were a third of our litter, and now our landfills, waterways and beaches are better for it.

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Environment Protection Authority Victoria @epa.vic.gov.au · 17/12/2025

Just like you, we love bubble tea. And we are not mad just, dissapointed we had to fine Top Tea for giving plastic straws to customers. Love plastic straws or hate them, the rules have been clear for 2 years. But good news most businesses are doing the right thing.

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Environment Protection Authority Victoria @epa.vic.gov.au · 26/11/2025

Note: Everyone has the right to have an infringement notice reviewed or considered by a court.

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Environment Protection Authority Victoria @epa.vic.gov.au · 26/11/2025

Why don’t we clear construction waste with matches? The toxic smoke? The fire hazard? The soil contamination? For this developer, the $20,000 in fines may inspire behaviour change: bit.ly/48i1fCT

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