The Shire of Dundas is in an Restricted Burning period effective 1 October 2024.

From October 1st and November 30th landowner or occupiers must obtain a Fire Permit from the Shire before any hazard reduction activities or burning off can commence.  Permits are available from the Shire of Dundas Administration Office.

View the 2024-2025 FIREBREAK NOTICE here

Permit Holders are reminded they must;

  • Abide by all other conditions prescribed by the issuing Fire Control Officer and on the rear of the fire permit; and,
  • Contact the issuing Fire Control Officer prior to igniting; and,
  • Contact DFES Communications Centre Ph: 08 9395 9209 to log your burning permit prior to igniting; and,
  • Fire Control Officers reserve the right not to issue Fire Permits based upon the permit holders’ abilities and/or local conditions within their brigade area.
  • Permit Holders are reminded that fire permits are deemed invalid on days where the Fire Danger Rating is “HIGH” or above, as forecast by the Bureau of Meteorology.
  • Permits can be suspended or cancelled at any time by any Fire Control Officer based upon local conditions or forecast weather conditions.