Dear Home Building Enthusiast,

Spring has well and truly sprung with temperatures increasing and all the signs pointing to a hot, dry summer.

The downside of that, however, is that bushfire season is also upon us and, in some parts of the country, has already begun. Authorities expect a higher than average bushfire threat due to the warm, dry conditions and low rainfall - drought in some parts.

To that end, fire authorities across Australia are urging people to be prepared for an earlier and longer than average bushfire season.

In this issue, we look at the Bushfire Attack Level and explore a few options for re-enforcing your home against the elements.

Happy reading!

Anna Hayes | Editor - Build | build.com.au

Preparing for bushfire season

In February 2009, Victoria experienced one of Australia’s worst bushfire disasters. The Black Saturday bushfires resulted in the highest loss of life from a bushfire, and left many families homeless in its aftermath.