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Book a Ranger Program Open
Posted 08 October 2026 Book a Ranger Program Open

Request a free appointment with a Ranger today!

Denmark Bushfire Ready Team Earns State Award
Posted 23 September 2026 Denmark Bushfire Ready Team Earns State Award

2026 Resilient Australia WA Community Award presented to Denmark Bushfire Ready team

New Chief Bushfire Control Officer Appointed
Posted 03 September 2026 New Chief Bushfire Control Officer Appointed

Congratulations and welcome aboard Emily Harper!

2026-2027 Firebreak and Property Management Notice Adopted
Posted 26 August 2026 2026-2027 Firebreak and Property Management Notice Adopted

All properties in the Shire of Denmark required to comply with the notice throughout the Maintenance Period

Unrestricted Burning Period Currently in Place
Posted 01 May 2026 Unrestricted Burning Period Currently in Place

As of the 1st of May, the Shire of Denmark is currently in the Unrestricted Burning Period.

Restricted Burn Period Commences Today
Posted 30 March 2026 Restricted Burn Period Commences Today

The Shire of Denmark has now entered the Restricted Burning Period as of today, Monday 30 March 2026.

Extension Of The Prohibited Burning Period
Posted 03 March 2026 Extension Of The Prohibited Burning Period

The Prohibited Burning Period has been extended up to and including Sunday 29th of March, 2026.

Harvest and Vehicle Movement Ban Declared
Posted 23 December 2025 Harvest and Vehicle Movement Ban Declared

Harvest and Vehicle Movement Ban has been declared for Thursday 25 and Friday 26 December.

Prohibited Burning Period Commences Today 16 December
Posted 16 December 2025 Prohibited Burning Period Commences Today 16 December

From today, 16 December to 15 March 2026, it is an offence to light an outdoor fire.

Restricted Burning Period Commences Tomorrow
Posted 31 October 2025 Restricted Burning Period Commences Tomorrow

The 2025 Unrestricted Burning Season is coming to an end, with the Shire of Denmark entering the Restricted Burning Period tomorrow, Saturday 1 November.

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