Unrestricted Burning Period starts 10 May

Published on Thursday, 8 May 2025 at 7:30:42 PM

The Shire of Dardanup will enter its Unrestricted Burning Period from midnight, Saturday 10 May 2025.

Here's some important information on what that means for residents now:

Burning permits no longer required
From this date, you may burn without a permit — however, important conditions still apply to ensure community safety.

Before burning, you must:

  • Check the Fire Danger Rating – burning is not permitted if the rating is High or above or if a Total Fire Ban is declared.
  • Be mindful of smoke impacts, especially on smaller residential blocks. Burning is not permitted on land under 2000m².
  • Register your burn with DFES via www.dfes.wa.gov.au
  • Comply with relevant health and fire safety legislation.

Burning periods and restrictions can change depending on seasonal conditions — always check before you burn.

For advice or clarification, contact your local Fire Control Officer or Shire of Dardanup Ranger Services (24 hours):

  • Burekup: Clay Rose – 0429 194 735.
  • Dardanup Central: Brendan Putt – 0409 087 952.
  • Eaton: Chris Hynes (Chief FCO) – 0428 825 496.
  • Ferguson: Lyndon Skeers – 0407 424 147.
  • Joshua Crooked Brook: Jeff Duncombe – 0429 204 011.
  • Upper Ferguson: Grant Ratcliffe – 0419 865 483.
  • Waterloo: Robert Drennan – 0427 263 243.
  • Wellington Mills: Russell Harvie – 0408 931 387.
  • West Dardanup: Neil Dyer – 0418 588 159.

Shire Ranger Services (24 hours): (08) 9724 0307 or email: rangers@dardanup.wa.gov.au

Stay safe and burn responsibly.

For more information, refer to the Shire’s Fire Prevention Order via the below link:

Click here to view Fire Prevention Order

Media contact: Tahnia Creedon, Communications Officer | tahnia.creedon@dardanup.wa.gov.au | 0436 942 509.

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