Burning Periods
These dates are subject to change. It is your responsibility to be aware of any changes.
Penalties apply under the Bush Fires Act 1954.
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Current Burning Period
1 May to 31 October 2026
During this time, you may responsibly light fires at your property, following Burn Smart principles.
The most important thing you can do during this time is to be aware of the Daily Fire Danger Rating.
Please observe the following requirements for information on outdoor burning:
Burning Period
|
Fire Danger Rating
|
Type of Fire |
| Bonfire |
Campfire or Cooking Fire |
|
Prohibited
16 Dec 2026 - 15 Mar 2027
|
Any |
Not permitted |
Not permitted |
|
Restricted
1 Nov 2026 - 15 Dec 2026
16 Mar 2027 - 30 Apr 2027
|
Catastrophic, Extreme or High |
Not permitted |
Not permitted |
| Moderate or below |
Permit required |
See Camp and Cooking Fire page |
| 1 May 2026 to 31 Oct 2026 |
Catastrophic, Extreme or High |
Not permitted |
Not permitted |
| Moderate or below |
Permitted |
Permitted |
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Prohibited Burning Period
16 December 2026 - 15 March 2027
During this time, no outdoor fires are permitted anywhere in the Shire of Denmark. This includes camp and cooking fires.
Restricted Burning Period
There are two Restricted Burning Periods each year.
1 November 2026 - 15 December 2026
16 March 2027 - 30 April 2027
During this time, you cannot light an outdoor fire without a Permit to Burn.
Camp and cooking fires may be permitted under specific conditions in the Restricted Burning Period.
On days with a Fire Danger Rating of Moderate or below, fires contained in a Purpose Built Structure (including solid fuel barbeques, fire pits, outdoor pizza ovens) are permitted.
Please visit the Camp and Cooking Fires page for more information on receiving a permit to burn and the requirements for a purpose built structure.
Burning Period
1 May 2026 - 31 October 2026
Sometimes referred to as 'Open Burning Season' during this time, you may responsibly light fires at your property, following Burn Smart principles, or make use of a camp or cooking fire. Remember: the Daily Fire Danger Rating must be Moderate or below.
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