As summer comes to a close, residents are reminded that fire safety remains important.

The Fire Permit Period is currently in place statewide and will continue until the end of the 2025–26 bushfire season. During this time, a free fire permit is required for burns larger than one cubic metre. Permits can be applied for online at fire.tas.gov.au or by calling the Tasmania Fire Service on 1800 000 699.

Permits are needed for burning vegetation and similar materials, as well as for fires at sawmills or factories used to dispose of wood waste or other flammable material.

Smaller fires for cooking, warmth or garden waste do not need a permit, as long as they are under one cubic metre, attended by a responsible adult at all times, kept well clear of flammable material, and not lit in peat, humus or marram grass.

Stay alert, check conditions before lighting any fire, and let’s all do our part to keep the community safe for the rest of the fire season.