One-third of Black Saturday victims just want to be left alone, Deputy Mayor Cr Sandice McAulay told last week’s meeting of Council.

Cr McAulay was speaking about the forthcoming 10th anniversary of the 2009 bushfires.

“Community led discussions about the 10-year memorial of the 2009 fires are continuing to be supported by the Marysville Foundation within the Triangle area,” Cr McAulay said.

“In brief, the summary from the Triangle is that there will be a calendar of activities developed to share the activities proposed for the lead-up to the anniversary.

“All members of the community will be invited to participate in any of the activities.

“It is important to note that one third of the community really just want to be left alone.

“This is understandable and that continues to be respectfully acknowledged.

“There is ongoing consensus that there may be quiet local barbecues in each community on the evening of the anniversary.

“This will generally mark the end of the anniversary and no further activities will be planned,” Cr McAulay said.