Radio Read 1 - Woodheaters - home, 30sec
Announcer/MVO
Suppose you could make a difference to our local environment without even leaving home, wouldn't that be worth doing?
Well, if you own a wood heater you can do just that by making sure you use it correctly and taking simple steps to reduce the amount of smoke it produces. For instance, don't let your heater smoulder overnight - keep the flame lively and bright.
To find out more contact (insert area name) Council today on (insert phone number) or visit the EPA's website at www.epa.nsw.gov.au
By reducing smoke from woodheaters we can all stay warm and breathe easy.
Radio Read 2 - Woodheaters - smoke checks, 30sec
Announcer/MVO
Is your chimney trying to tell you something?
If it's smoking, your heater might not be operating effectively.
If you're not sure what to look for, or how you can help, get in touch with (insert area name) council and ask for advice on better woodburning. Or ask for an expert to come round and do a smoky chimney check.
By reducing smoke from woodheaters, we can all stay warm and breathe easy.
For more information call (insert area name) Council on (insert phone number) or visit the EPA's website at www.epa.nsw.gov.au
Radio Read 3 - Woodheaters - wood smoke, 30sec
Announcer/MVO
You've probably never thought about it, but smoke from woodheaters can be a major source of air pollution at this time of year.
There are some simple ways to help reduce your heater's impact on the environment. Always burn small, aged logs of dry hardwood. Never burn treated wood or household rubbish. And regularly check your chimney for smoke.
By reducing smoke from woodheaters we can all stay warm and breathe easy.
For more information, call (insert council name) Council on (insert number) or visit the EPA's website at www.epa.nsw.gov.au