30/09/2026
The Bush Fire Danger Period (BFDP) will commence within Southern Tablelands from tomorrow 1st of October.
This includes the following local government areas:
• Goulburn Mulwaree
• Upper Lachlan
• Yass Valley
From this date, anyone intending to conduct a pile burn or other permitted burn must obtain a Fire Permit before lighting the fire.
Obtaining a permit is only one part of the process. If you are planning to undertake a burn, please follow these important steps:
1).Check
Before applying for a permit, confirm your burn can be undertaken safely and legally by assessing the burn, surrounding fuels, weather conditions, available equipment, and site-specific risks.
2).Obtain a Permit
During the Bush Fire Danger Period, a valid Fire Permit is required before lighting your burn.
Apply online at: https://nswrfsprod.service-now.com/guardian_csp
3).Notify
Once suitable conditions have been identified and you intend to proceed, you must provide at least 24 hours' notice before lighting your burn.
You are required to:
• Notify the NSW RFS online via the Guardian portal:https://nswrfsprod.service-now.com/guardian_csp
• Notify all adjoining neighbours of your intention to burn
Visit rfs.nsw.gov.au for more information.
Yass Valley CouncilUpper Lachlan Shire CouncilGoulburn Mulwaree Council
