Bushfire Risk in Goorianawa, TAS: 2026 Assessment

Goorianawa, Tasmania· Warrumbungle Shire Council
The area surrounding Goorianawa is prone to bushfires, particularly during dry and windy conditions. The risk is exacerbated by the presence of extensive bushland.Updated 29 May 2026

Bushfire Risk Score

8.0/10

The area surrounding Goorianawa is prone to bushfires, particularly during dry and windy conditions. The risk is exacerbated by the presence of extensive bushland.

Key Facts

Bushfire Risk
The area surrounding Goorianawa is prone to bushfires, particularly during dry and windy conditions. The risk is exacerbated by the presence of extensive bushland.
Trend
increasing
Suburb
Goorianawa, TAS
Overall Risk
High
Postcode
7316
Highest high-risk exposure
10.1% of land (surface flood)

Bushfire Risk Analysis

Goorianawa, Tasmania, has a the area surrounding goorianawa is prone to bushfires, particularly during dry and windy conditions. the risk is exacerbated by the presence of extensive bushland. bushfire risk profile. Key factors include distance to classified bushland, vegetation type, slope, and historical bushfire activity in the region. The Tasmania fire authority maps bushfire-prone areas and assigns BAL (Bushfire Attack Level) ratings.

The area is designated as bushfire prone, requiring specific building standards for new constructions.

CSIRO research indicates climate change is extending fire seasons and increasing the number of severe fire weather days across southern and eastern Australia. For Goorianawa, this may mean shifts in bushfire risk levels over the coming decades, making property-level BAL assessment increasingly important.

Use ClimateNest for a complete address-level bushfire risk report for Goorianawa including BAL zone assessment, evacuation route mapping, and property-specific risk mitigation recommendations.

Goorianawa sits within ClimateNest's suburb-level hazard model for bushfire risk. 5.8% of the suburb's land area is mapped in high-risk bushfire zones and 69.9% in moderate-risk zones, based on the national hazard overlay. Exposure at this scale varies street by street, which is why an address-level check matters before you buy or insure a specific property in Goorianawa.

Goorianawa (postcode 7316) is tracked in ClimateNest's suburb hazard model, which maps the share of the suburb's land exposed to each hazard at high and moderate levels. The suburb's highest high-risk exposures are surface flood (10.1% of land in high-risk zones), riverine flood (9% of land in high-risk zones), extreme wind (7.3% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across Goorianawa — individual properties can sit well above or below these averages, so an address-level check is recommended before buying, selling or insuring.

Local Hazard Evidence

Distance to BushlandAdjacent to Pilliga Forest
BAL Overlay / ZoneRFS Bush Fire Prone Land Map
Bushfire Prone AreaYes

Historical Events

2019
Major

Severe bushfires impacted the region, causing property damage and evacuations.

2009
Moderate

Bushfires threatened properties in the area, requiring firefighting efforts.

Adaptation & Mitigation Actions

Improve Bushfire Preparedness

Immediate

Implement comprehensive bushfire management strategies, including fuel reduction, community education, and improved firefighting capabilities.

Est. cost: High

Enhance Heatwave Resilience

Near-term

Develop heatwave action plans, establish cooling centers, and promote public awareness of heat-related health risks.

Est. cost: Medium

Upgrade Flood Defenses

Near-term

Invest in improved drainage infrastructure, construct flood levees, and implement land-use planning that avoids development in flood-prone areas.

Est. cost: High

Promote Water Conservation

Long-term

Encourage water-efficient practices in homes and businesses to reduce water stress during droughts and heatwaves.

Est. cost: Low

Council & Emergency Services

Warrumbungle Shire Council
Emergency Services

Data last updated: 29 May 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Goorianawa in a bushfire prone area?

Parts of Goorianawa may be designated as bushfire prone land. Based on available data, Goorianawa has a notable bushfire risk. Check your specific property for BAL ratings through ClimateNest or your local council.

What BAL rating applies to properties in Goorianawa?

BAL ratings in Goorianawa depend on the property's distance from classified vegetation, vegetation type, and slope. A site-specific assessment under AS 3959 is required to determine the exact BAL rating for any property within the suburb.

Does bushfire risk affect insurance in Goorianawa?

Yes, properties in bushfire-prone parts of Goorianawa may face higher building insurance premiums. Insurers assess bushfire risk based on BAL rating, fire history, and proximity to bushland. Some insurers may restrict cover in very high-risk locations.

What bushfire mitigation measures help protect homes in Goorianawa?

Effective bushfire mitigation includes maintaining cleared asset protection zones, using ember-proof mesh on vents, installing metal gutter guards, using non-combustible building materials, and maintaining defendable space. Consult the Tasmania fire authority for property-specific guidance.

What share of Goorianawa is exposed to high surface flood risk?

ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 10.1% of Goorianawa in high-risk zones for surface flood, with a further 75.5% in moderate-risk zones. Suburb-level exposure is not uniform — individual properties can differ from these averages, so an address-level check is recommended.

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2022 insured disaster losses*
$300B+
climate risk to property by 2050*
30-120%
insurance premium increases in high-risk areas*

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