Bushfire bunker plea

Story by Louise Bettison - Hills Gazette - 17 October 09

"The Federal Government must set standards for bunkers before the bushfire season hits or risk Hills residents dying in poorly constructed "backyard ovens", according to East Metropolitan MLC Alison Xamon.

"If Federal attempts fail, the State should put up legilsation as a "matter of absolute urgency" or at the very least, deliver a strong education compaign on the risks."

"We need to set standards on seals, inslulation, oxygen supply and a means to communicate with the outside world, otherwise bunkers can be incredibly dangerous," Ms Xamon said.