📮 Noojee postcode: 3834

Is Noojee, VIC Climate Safe? 2026 Assessment

Noojee, Victoria· Baw Baw Shire Council· 3834
Climate risk is high — address assessment recommendedUpdated 28 June 2026

Climate Safety Score

7.8/10

Climate risk is high — address assessment recommended

Key Facts

Climate Safety
High
Flood
Noojee faces a significant flood risk due to its proximity to waterways and historical rainfall patterns. The area is susceptible to flash flooding and riverine flooding.
Bushfire
Noojee is located in a high bushfire risk area, surrounded by significant forest and national park. The risk is exacerbated by hot, dry summers and prevailing winds.
Heat
While not as extreme as some other regions, Noojee experiences increasing heatwave intensity and duration, posing risks to vulnerable populations and infrastructure.
Storm
Moderate storm risk — severe thunderstorms with hail and damaging winds
Postcode
3833
Highest high-risk exposure
10.2% of land (bushfire)

Climate Safety Analysis

Noojee in Victoria has an overall climate safety rating of High. This multi-hazard assessment combines flood, bushfire, heat, coastal, and storm risk data with climate projections to 2050 from CSIRO and the Bureau of Meteorology.

Key factors affecting Noojee's climate safety include heat, flood, bushfire. Each hazard is assessed independently and combined for an overall picture. Australia has warmed by approximately 1.5 °C since 1910, with flow-on effects to fire weather, extreme rainfall, and heatwave frequency.

Climate safety for property in Noojee is not uniform — it varies by address. Factors such as elevation, distance to waterways, proximity to bushland, and local drainage all influence actual risk at a specific property. Two nearby properties can have materially different risk profiles.

For a complete property-specific climate safety report for Noojee including address-level hazard mapping, insurance outlook, and adaptation recommendations, use the ClimateNest full analysis tool.

Noojee (postcode 3833) 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 bushfire (10.2% of land in high-risk zones), riverine flood (6% of land in high-risk zones), extreme wind (4% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across Noojee — 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 BushlandImmediately adjacent to dense forest and national park (e.g., Bunyip State Park)
BAL OverlayDesignated Bushfire Prone Area
Nearest WaterwayLatrobe River
Flood ZoneAreas adjacent to the Latrobe River and smaller tributaries are identified as flood-prone.
Avg January Max26.5 °C

Historical Events

2011
Moderate

Significant rainfall led to flooding in parts of Gippsland, including areas near the Latrobe River, affecting local communities.

2009
Catastrophic

The Black Saturday bushfires devastated many communities in Victoria, with significant fire activity in the surrounding forests impacting the broader region.

1977
Major

A series of major bushfires swept through Gippsland, with significant impact on forested areas surrounding Noojee.

1962
Major

The Black Friday bushfires impacted large areas of Victoria, including regions near Noojee, causing significant destruction.

Adaptation & Mitigation Actions

Strengthen Bushfire Preparedness and Response

Immediate

Implement community-wide fire safety education, maintain defensible space around properties, and ensure robust emergency evacuation plans are in place and regularly practiced.

Est. cost: $$

Enhance Flood Mitigation Measures

Near-term

Investigate and implement localised flood mitigation strategies, such as improved drainage, potential levee systems in critical areas, and property-level flood protection for vulnerable homes.

Est. cost: $$$

Promote Water-Sensitive Urban Design (WSUD)

Near-term

Integrate WSUD principles into any new developments or infrastructure upgrades to manage stormwater runoff, reduce flood impacts, and improve water quality.

Est. cost: $$

Develop Heatwave Action Plan

Near-term

Establish a community heatwave plan that includes identifying vulnerable individuals, establishing cooling centres, and providing public health advice during extreme heat events.

Est. cost: $

Vegetation Management and Fuel Reduction

Long-term

Undertake strategic fuel reduction burns and vegetation management in consultation with CFA and Parks Victoria to reduce bushfire intensity and spread.

Est. cost: $$$

Council & Emergency Services

Baw Baw Shire Council
Emergency Services

Data last updated: 28 June 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Noojee safe from climate change?

No location in Australia is entirely immune to climate change impacts. Noojee has an overall High climate risk rating. Understanding the specific hazards at your property address — not just the suburb average — provides the most reliable risk picture.

Which climate hazard poses the biggest risk in Noojee?

The dominant hazard for Noojee depends on geography and local environment. Proximity to waterways elevates flood risk, while proximity to bushland increases bushfire risk. ClimateNest's multi-hazard analysis identifies the highest-risk hazards for any specific address.

How does Noojee compare to nearby suburbs for climate safety?

Nearby suburbs may have different climate risk profiles depending on elevation, vegetation cover, drainage patterns, and land use. ClimateNest allows comparison of climate safety scores across Victoria suburbs.

Should I be concerned about buying property in Noojee?

Climate risk should be one factor in your decision, alongside price, location, and amenity. An informed buyer understands the specific risks at a property address and factors insurance costs and climate projections into their assessment of long-term value.

What climate projections should I know for Noojee?

Key projections for Victoria from CSIRO include increased average temperatures, more frequent hot days, changes in rainfall seasonality, longer fire seasons, and potential increases in extreme rainfall intensity. These trends inform the long-term outlook for Noojee.

What share of Noojee is exposed to high bushfire risk?

ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 10.2% of Noojee in high-risk zones for bushfire, with a further 83% 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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What A$69 could save you from

$7.2B
2022 insured disaster losses*
$300B+
climate risk to property by 2050*
30-120%
insurance premium increases in high-risk areas*

*Industry sources: ICA, APRA, RBA

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