The burning of garden refuse may be restricted according to the time of year.
Spring/Summer Restricted Burning period
9 November - 22 December (Guidelines only, refer to Burning Periods for up to date info).
You may burn one small heap of up to one cubic metre of garden refuse during the Spring/Summer Restricted Burning period without a Permit.
It cannot be lit before 6pm and must be fully extinguished by 11pm.
A courtesy call to your area Fire Control Officer is recommended.
Please note: The above dates are subject to change at short notice due to variable weather conditions. Please monitor the Shire’s website for updates, sign up to receive media releases or check the Shire's Facebook page. Always call your area Fire Control Officer (FCO) or the Shire Rangers to check prior to lighting up.
Autumn Restricted Burning period
15 March - 12 May (Guidelines only, refer to Burning Periods for up to date info).
A Permit to Burn is required to burn all garden refuse during the Autumn Restricted Burning period.
Burning is prohibited on days where the Fire Danger Rating is HIGH or above.
Please note: The above dates are subject to change at short notice due to variable weather conditions. Please monitor the Shire’s website and social media for updates and always call your area Fire Control Officer (FCO) or the Shire Rangers to check prior to lighting up.
Other ways to dispose of garden refuse
Your green FOGO bin is emptied weekly and is a great way to regularly dispose of garden waste.
Bulk green waste up to two cubic metres can be taken to the Davis Road Waste Management Facility free of charge. Fees apply for green waste in excess of two cubic metres.
All green waste must be free from any contamination otherwise general waste disposal charges will apply.
Find out more about Waste and Recycling Facilities.