Wellard bushfire deemed suspicious

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Police are investigating a suspicious bushfire in Wellard.

The blaze started near the intersection of Millar Road and Woolcoot Road around 1.45pm on Sunday.

Firefighters and aerial support managed to bring the fire under control within an hour.

There was no threat to lives and homes.

People are asked to report any suspicious behaviour to Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Rewards of up to $50,000 are available for information that leads to the identification and conviction of an arsonist.

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