Bushfire Control

Bushfire Services

In the event of an emergency dial 000

Please click on the link to access the Emergency Information and Bushfire Control Pamphlett 2024-2025

Please be aware that it is your responsibility as a property owner or occupier to meet the requirements under the notice by the due dates and if for any reason you are unable to meet these obligations please contact the Shire.

If you require clarification please contact your local Fire Control Officer or the Shire on 9765 1200.

Safety Information

In the event of an emergency dial 000

For current alerts and warnings visit  https://www.emergency.wa.gov.au.

The Bush Fires Act 1954 and associated regulations in Western Australia govern the use of fire, including campfires, with the primary goal of preventing bushfires. Here's a summary:

  • Permits: During restricted burning times, a permit is generally required from a Fire Control Officer to light a fire in the open air. This includes campfires.
  • Prohibited Burning Times: During prohibited burning times, lighting fires in the open air is generally banned. Local governments can also prohibit campfires during certain periods within the prohibited burning times.
  • Total Fire Bans: When a Total Fire Ban is declared, all open-air fires, including campfires, are strictly prohibited.
  • Regulations for Campfires: Even when permitted, specific regulations often apply to campfires, such as clearing a firebreak of a certain radius around the fire.
  • Local Government Authority: Local governments have significant authority in managing fire use within their districts, including the ability to regulate or prohibit fires for camping and cooking.

In essence, the Act and its regulations prioritise careful management of all open-air fires, including those for recreational purposes like camping, to minimise the risk of bushfires. Always check local government regulations and fire danger ratings before lighting any campfire.