25/07/2026
IMPORTANT NOTICE to all landholders who undertake burning activities. Due to current and forecast conditions the Bush Fire Danger Period (BFDP) in the CLARENCE VALLEY LGA will now commence on 1 AUGUST 2026.
From Saturday 1 August 2026 landholders are required to obtain a FIRE SAFETY PERMIT from the NSW Rural Fire Service before undertaking any burning activities. Permits are free of charge and can be applied for online via our public website https://nswrfsprod.service-now.com/guardian_csp?id=guardian_cat_item&sys_id=578b27b4c360b1104a9cdc311501313e or by calling the Clarence Valley Fire Control Centre on 02 6644 5135.
Landholders who wish to conduct burning on their properties are still required to ensure they have the necessary environmental approvals (if required). Landholders must also notify the RFS and their neighbours at least 24 hours prior to conducting any burning. For more information regarding notifications and safe burning practices visit our website https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/plan-and-prepare/farm-fire-safety/safeburning
