News Bushfires: a local perspective Answering questions and busting some myths about fire season on the island. by . Published October 31, 2023 Link copied! Copy failed! The beach during the 2019/20 Mallacoota Fires. Imagine being stuck on the beach for hours in soaring temperatures covered with smoke. There are better options. Updated September 04, 2025 4:22 pm | 4 months ago Link copied! Copy failed!