On Friday 27 June, Burnett Mary Regional Group (BMRG) supported a cultural burn spanning approximately 12,624 square metres at the Burnett riverine restoration site. The site will serve as a future lay-down area for civil works machinery supporting broader riverbank rehabilitation.
The cool burn had two key objectives: to manage the invasive Giant Rat’s Tail grass (GRT), and to stabilise the landscape for upcoming works. By reducing the dense GRT vegetation, the burn minimised the biosecurity risk of spreading this invasive species to surrounding properties, especially the neighbouring property, which is currently GRT-free.
Burning also enabled safer site preparation. Without this intervention, high organic matter would degrade under machinery movement, creating unsafe, sludge-like conditions that could compromise civil works operations.
Importantly, the day was enriched by the involvement of six young rangers from the Taribelang Aboriginal Corporation. Their leadership and cultural knowledge brought deeper purpose to the activity, embodying the shared responsibility we hold for Country.
This collaborative effort reflects BMRG’s commitment to supporting cultural practice, strengthening partnerships, and driving measurable impact through restoration.