Be fire safe. Always do a safety check before you light any type of outdoor fire. If you start or see a fire that is out of control, call 111 from a safe place. To report offensive smoke from fire, call our pollution hotline on 09 377 3107.
Ngā tahunga ahi i waho Outdoor fires
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Rules for outdoor fires
Find out what rules apply for outdoor fires, including residential or business areas, public areas, and the Hauraki Gulf islands.
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Permanent outdoor fireplaces and ovens
On private land, you can light a small heating or cooking fire. Find out how to keep them safe.
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Fireworks, Guy Fawkes bonfires and sky lanterns
The rules for fireworks, Guy Fawkes bonfires and sky lanterns in Auckland.
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Report smoke and pollution from fires
How to report smoke or pollution and what we can do about it.
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Fire permit application and renewal
Fire and Emergency New Zealand is now responsible for fire permit applications and fire permit renewals.
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Complain about an overgrown section
Council can investigate overgrown sections if they are a health hazard.