Bushfire Danger Period

We are currently out of the Bush Fire Danger Period 

During the Bush Fire Danger Period any person wishing to light a fire will require a permit issued by their local Rural Fire Service Brigade Captain.

Total Fire Ban or No Burn days
Burning is prohibited on a Total Fire Ban (external link) or when a
No Burn Notice (external link) has been issued.

The key things to remember

• You need a fire permit if it's the Bush Fire Danger Period. 
  
• Just because it's the Bush Fire Danger Period doesn't mean you can't use fire - but there are restrictions to ensure fire is used safely.
  
• Getting a permit is free and easy. Contact your local Fire Control Centre.

To check the Fire Danger Rating or if a Total Fire Ban is in place for your area visit :

 Fire Danger Rating and Total Fire Ban Information (external link)

Fire Danger Ratings (external link)

Total Fire Ban Rules (external link)

Residents are urged to complete a Bush Fire Survival Plan and ensure all members of the household know what to do on days of increased fire danger and if their home is threatened by fire.

Residents should prepare their property by removing flammable materials from their yards, clearing gutters of leaves, checking hoses and, where appropriate, conducting hazard reduction activities.