During the year, the Shire imposes restrictions on firepits (including campfires), barbeques, and pizza ovens, depending on the season and the current fire danger rating.
Residents and visitors are responsible for understanding and abiding by all fire restrictions. Penalties for non-compliance will apply.
Campfires and firepits are not permitted at any time during the Prohibited Burning Period from 23 December to 14 March. These dates are subject to change according to seasonal conditions.
During the Restricted Burning periods (9 November to 22 December and 15 March to 12 May), please observe the following requirements:
| Fire Danger Rating | Campfires/Firepits | Wood/Solid Fuel BBQs and Pizza Ovens |
|---|---|---|
| Total Fire Ban | Not permitted | Not permitted |
| Catastrophic | Not permitted | Not permitted |
| Extreme | Not permitted | Not permitted |
| High | Not permitted | Not permitted |
| Moderate | Permitted between 6pm and 11pm* | Permitted |
*A Permit to Burn is required outside of these times.
Solid fuel refers to the product used to fuel the fire, including wood, coal, synthetic char, wood pellets, etc.
Campfires and firepits are not permitted on public land unless the landowner has provided purpose-built campfire pits and permission to use them.
The above dates are subject to change according to conditions.
When using campfires, firepits, BBQs, pizza ovens or smoke pits during permitted times, you must follow the regulations below:
Check the Emergency WA website to see the current Fire Danger Ratings and Total Fire Bans.
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