We've collected a wealth of research and information about fire management and fire risk in forests. The page below is filled with various resources, both internal and external. It is by no means exhaustive, and we will continue to update it whenever possible to reflect this rapidly growing field of research.
Webinars on Forests and Fire:
The following videos are a part of the VFA's Webinar Series, with various experts on fire.
Other Videos:
Some other relevant video content:
https://www.creativecowboyfilms.tv/earth/back-burn
News Articles:
The case for up-to-date bushfire detection and suppression: Katherine Wilson, Saturday Paper
In 1939, a Royal Commission found burning forests leads to more bushfires. But this cycle of destruction can be stopped: The Conversation
Bad fire science can kill our threatened species. It’s time to cooperate with nature: Zylstra, The Conversation
Journal Articles:
Prescribed burning could be making Aussie forests more flammable: David Lindenmayer, ANU
Health burden associated with fire smoke in Sydney, 2001–2013: Medical Journal of Australia
Health burden of bushfire smoke in Australia: Nicolas Borchers
Old forests three times less flammable: Bradshaw, UWA
Land Management Practices Associated with House Loss in Wildfires: Plos One
Long-unburnt habitat is critical for the conservation of threatened vertebrates across Australia: Springer Nature
Other Resources
Fire regimes that cause declines in biodiversity: Advice to the Minister for the Environment from the Threatened Species Scientific Committee on amendments to the List of Key Threatening Processes under the EPBC Act 1999
Providence Ponds Flora and Fauna Reserve Post burn Survey Report 2025: Gippsland Environment Group
Reducing the effect of planned burns on hollow-bearing trees: Lakes Entrance Landcare Report
Download our Fire Fast Facts sheet for a brief overview.
