The Bush Fire Danger Period (BFDP) ended at midnight on March 31 for most of NSW. 

Fire agencies and land managers in these areas where the BFDP has ended will now turn their attention towards conducting hazard reduction works, which includes planned burning across many areas of the state where and when possible. 

Operational Officer MacKellar said all members of the public must still abide by the law when conducting their own hazard reduction burns. 

“From Tuesday April 1st, 2025, fire permits will no longer be required for the Narrandera, Leeton, Carrathool, Griffith, Hay and Murrumbidgee Local Government Areas,” Operational Officer MacKellar said. 

“Even though a fire permit is no longer required, residents must still notify their neighbours and the local fire authority 24 hours before burning. 

“Before lighting up, people should also check whether they need a Bush Fire Hazard Reduction Certificate and have sufficient equipment on hand to control and contain the fire to their property. 

“If fire services know about a planned burn, it can help prevent unnecessary responses from local firefighters when we know it is planned and controlled. 

“Despite these milder conditions, there is always the potential for fires to threaten life, property and the environment, if they are not managed correctly.” 

Operational Officer MacKellar said the local community should not become complacent to the danger of bush and grass fires, even with mild local conditions. 

“I urge all residents to take the threat of bush fire seriously and to prepare their families and home now,” Operational Officer MacKellar said. 

“Your local fire station or Fire Control Centre can provide advice on how to safely undertake hazard reduction work and how to best prepare yourself, your property and your family for the next bush fire season. 

“The first thing you should do is review your bush fire survival plan and discuss it with your household.” 

To notify of your intent to burn off, use the online burn notification tool at www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/notify.