Roadside slashing

In the lead up to, and during summer where it is safe to do so, Council slashes roadsides of Council-managed roads to reduce the likelihood of fires starting from hot vehicle exhausts, mechanical failures and collisions.

We prioritise high-use Council roads and our contractors work within strict guidelines to complete these works safely.

In preparation for the 2024/25 fire season, our contractors will be starting in Malmsbury in mid-October and working their way south.

Transport Victoria manages the roadside maintenance of state-managed roadsides. This includes highways and freeways and most main roads between our main townships (with some exceptions, such as Three Chain Road between Carlsruhe and Lancefield, or Romsey Road between Hanging Rock and Romsey).