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The Bush Fire Danger Period extends from the 1 October until 31 March each year.
During the Bush Fire Danger Period, no person shall light, maintain or use any fire on any land for the purpose of clearing the land unless a Permit has been obtained.
Permits cannot be obtained for burning timber.
Permits are not necessary for minor fires, burning garden refuse adjacent to residences or for cooking. However, a two (2) metre clear space must be provided around the fire. Garden refuse cannot be burnt before 8pm daylight saving time (7pm EST) and must be out by 7am the next morning.
Permits are required for all other burning operations.
ALL PERMITS are available by contacting the NSW Rural Fire Service, Mid Murray Zone Fire Control Centre on 03 5881 5351 or the after hours Duty Officer on 03 5881 6297.
All fires can be reported by calling:
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