Summary
Round metal badge with a gum leaf graphic and the wording BUSHFIRE SEASON 09/10 Victoria. It was posted to Dr Chris Lassig, who works for the Department of Sustainability and Environment in bushfire prevention.
Description of Content
Metal badge with graphic and wording BUSHFIRE SEASON 09/10 Victoria.
Physical Description
Round metal badge with pin and clasp printed black background, red and green graphic that extends beyond the circle, date in silver and wording BUSHFIRE SEASON Victoria in white.
Significance
In the wake of the devastating 2009 bushfires, authorities warned that the 2009-2010 season could be as bad or even worse than the previous summer. Bushfires on the scale of Black Saturday did not eventuate, but this badge signifies the nervous anticipation of another disaster.
More Information
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Acquisition Information
Donation from Dr Chris Lassig, Oct 2010
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Recipient
Dr Christopher Lassig - Department of Sustainability and Environment, Australia, 2009
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Issued By
State Government of Victoria, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 2009
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Inscriptions
09/10 BUSHFIRE SEASON / Victoria
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Classification
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Type of item
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Overall Dimensions
25 mm (Outside Diameter)
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Keywords
Bushfire Prevention, Bushfires, Commemorative Medals, Public Service
