Zero tolerance on burning off

POLICE forces in the Yarra Valley are reminding people that fire restrictions are currently in effect, and any form of burning off will result in offenders facing court.
“When we get a colder day people are lighting fires which will result in a police attendance and court appearance,” Sgt Stewart Thompson of Healesville police said.
“We have a zero policy towards it because even these little fires can blow up into something uncontrollable this time of year.”
Warburton police also attended two separate incidents of people burning off during the fire restriction period.
Senior Constable Rob Firns at Warburton police station said there were heavy penalties for people caught lighting any type of fire during this time.
“Fines may apply and any person identified lighting a fire during the restrictions is going to be charged and referred to the courts,” he said.
Chemist broken into
AT 4.30am on Saturday 12 December, a man was seen using a sledge hammer to smash open the doors and gain entry to the Seville Chemist.
The man gained access to the chemist and stole a small amount of cash and some prescription medication.
The man then made a getaway in a maroon coloured Ford sedan.
Police are asking for any information regarding the incident to be reported to Yarra Ranges Crime Investigation Unit on 9739 2300.