AUTHORITIES are warning against illegal firewood collection after a commercial quantity of red gum was seized near Rutherglen.
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The wood was seized during a search warrant at Norong last week.
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Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning investigator Greg Chant said 12 cubic metres had been seized.
“As part of Operation Block Splitter, officers will continue to investigate reports of suspected illegal firewood suppliers and those caught will face significant penalties,” he said.
