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17 January, 2025

The 1985 fires from those who were there

Due to extreme conditions, the 1985 fire rapidly developed into the tragedy it became, but the reminders of what happened 40 years ago still remain, including the burnt out shell of the old Phelan homestead outside of Talbot.

By Sam McNeill

The Phelan homestead, a stark reminder of the fire's destructive power 40 years on.
The Phelan homestead, a stark reminder of the fire's destructive power 40 years on.

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