Branxholm Fire Brigade

28/10/2026

Fire Permits now required

A statewide Fire Permit Period started at 2am today, Thursday, 29 October, 2026.

This means fire permits are now required across the state.

If you have a property and you wish to conduct a burn (larger than 1 cubic metre in size) on your property, you will need to apply for a free fire permit, by submitting an application online at https://www.fire.tas.gov.au/total-fire-bans-fire-permits-burn-registrations/ or free-call 1800 000 699.

During a Fire Permit Period a permit is required by individuals intending to light a fire for burning vegetation or for a similar purpose. Permits are also required for fires at a sawmill or factory for burning wood waste or other flammable material.

Fires for cooking, warmth or disposal of garden waste do not require a permit provided that:
• It is one cubic metre or less in size.
• The fire is not lit in peat, humus or marram grass.
• The fire is attended by a responsible adult at all times until it is extinguished.
• All flammable material is removed for at least three metres radius from the fire.

Reminder: All fires lit in the open at any time of the year should be registered with the Tasmania Fire Service online via https://www.fire.tas.gov.au/total-fire-bans-fire-permits-burn-registrations/ or free-call 1800 000 699.

Remember:
• Some Local Government authorities prohibit backyard burning in residential areas.
• Fire may only be lit with the authority of the landowner.
• Fires must not be allowed to spread to neighbouring property.
• Neighbours should be informed of an intention to light a fire.

28/10/2026

A statewide Fire Permit Period will start at 2am tomorrow, Thursday, 29 October, 2026.

This means fire permits will be required across the state from this time.

If you have a property and you wish to conduct a burn (larger than 1 cubic metre in size) on your property, you will need to apply for a free fire permit, by submitting an application online at https://www.fire.tas.gov.au/total-fire-bans-fire-permits-burn-registrations/ or free-call 1800 000 699.

During a Fire Permit Period, a permit is required by individuals intending to light a fire for burning vegetation or for a similar purpose. Permits are also required for fires at a sawmill or factory for burning wood waste or other flammable material.

Fires for cooking, warmth or disposal of garden waste do not require a permit provided that:
• It is one cubic metre or less in size.
• The fire is not lit in peat, humus or marram grass.
• The fire is attended by a responsible adult at all times until it is extinguished.
• All flammable material is removed for at least three metres radius from the fire.

Reminder: All fires lit in the open at any time of the year should be registered with the Tasmania Fire Service online via https://www.fire.tas.gov.au/total-fire-bans-fire-permits-burn-registrations/ or free-call 1800 000 699.

Remember:
• Some local government authorities prohibit backyard burning in residential areas.
• Fire may only be lit with the authority of the landowner.
• Fires must not be allowed to spread to neighbouring property.
• Neighbours should be informed of an intention to light a fire.

23/10/2026

For your info

Campfires will be banned in national parks and reserves in the following municipalities from 2am on Monday 26 October 2026:

Break O'Day, Brighton, Central Highlands, Clarence, Derwent Valley, Dorset, Flinders, George Town, Glamorgan-Spring Bay (including Maria Island), Glenorchy, Hobart, Huon Valley, Kingborough (including Bruny Island), Latrobe, Launceston, Northern Midlands, Sorell, Southern Midlands, Tasman and West Tamar.

The bans apply to campfires, pot fires and other solid fuel stoves. Gas stoves and gas barbecues are permitted.

Preventing human-caused bushfires is a shared responsibility. Following campfire rules helps protect lives, communities, and Tasmania’s unique natural and cultural values.

Before heading off, check the seasonal campfire ban map to help plan your trip.

Learn more about safe campfire use: www.parks.tas.gov.au/campfires

Know before you go and keep up to date with current alerts: www.parks.tas.gov.au/alerts

21/10/2026

Thanks to everyone ringing and checking re fire permits.

Please phone below number if your wanting to do a burn.

1800 000 699

Let fire com know details, then if smoke is spotted they know about the burn.

It saves crews being called out if we aren't needed at the time of spotted report.

If you are doing a burn keep an eye on your fires , especially with it being so dry and hotter weather.

Important though if you do a burn and you need help ring 000.

29/09/2026

Thanks crew for looking after our area since Saturday.

We are back and on call with you all again😉

24/09/2026

Head along on Oct 11th and check out

Branxholm Fire Brigade 3.1 Heavy Tanker Appliance that will be on display

20/09/2026

Our 5.1 has deployed south to Colebrook to help our neighbours after a challenging day on the fire ground. Thanks guys and stay safe

20/09/2026

Crews from Deloraine, mole creek, George Town & glengarry spent the night on the fire ground at Colebrook giving local crews a much needed rest 🔥

18/09/2026

🔥ℹ️ Tasmania Fire Service is asking all Tasmanians to be extra cautious over the coming days, with High Fire Danger forecast for Sunday (20 September) across much of the state including:
📌 King Island
📌 Furneaux Islands
📌 North East
📌 East Coast
📌 Midlands
📌 Upper Derwent Valley
📌 South East, and
📌 Western districts.

⚠️ Strong winds and dry conditions mean fires can start easily and spread quickly.

While the Fire Permit Period has not yet commenced and there are currently no restrictions in place, we're asking everyone to take a few simple precautions:
✅ Check any campfires, burn-offs or fire pits lit in recent days or weeks and make sure they are fully extinguished. Remember: soak it, stir it, soak it again.
✅ Review your bushfire survival plan and make sure you know what you'll do if a fire starts.
✅ Stay informed through the TasALERT app, TasALERT.com, or ABC Local Radio.
✅ If you see smoke, flames, or a fire that appears to have reignited, don't assume someone else has reported it. Call Triple Zero (000) immediately.

🤝 We're working hard to keep the community safe, but everyone has a role to play in reducing fire risk. Please take extra caution in the use of fire over the coming days.

For bushfire preparedness information, visit bushfire.tas.gov.au.

10/09/2026

Branxholm 5.1 headed off too St Helens today.

🔥ℹ️ St Helens community…

Weather permitting, Tasmania Fire Service will be conducting a fuel reduction burn:
ℹ️ on Thursday, 10 September
ℹ️ at St Helens, Break O'Day
ℹ️ of approximately 10 hectares
ℹ️ which will likely take 1-2 days to complete.

Further information about this burn is available by contacting Tasmania Fire Service on phone 1800 000 699 or email [email protected]

This burn is part of the state-wide Fuel Reduction Program which is aimed at reducing the bushfire risk to help protect lives and communities.

📌 A map of planned fuel reduction burns is available at - www.fire.tas.gov.au/Show?pageId=colWhatsBurningNow