Quick reactions and response save Benalla Golf Club from potential disaster

That was quickly extinguished and a basket of smouldering tea towels was removed from the building.

CFA members outside the club then doused the tea towels with water to ensure they were fully extinguished.

A CFA spokesperson said they were unsure what caused the fire.

“However, this is a reminder to people to regularly clean lint filters on dryers,” the spokesperson said.

“It is also advisable not to leave a dryer unattended while it is operating.”