Bush Fire Control
For information regarding restricted and prohibited burning periods, fire permits or other detailed fire control information, please contact the Shire of Menzies on 08 9024 2041; or
Chief Fire Control Officer: Garth Marland 0408 494 925
Deputy Chief Fire Control Officer: Ray MacKay 0427 663 703
Restricted Burning Period
19 September to 15 March (inclusive)
Prohibited Burning Period
1 November to 15 March (inclusive)
Unrestricted Season
16 March to 18 September
Dates may change according to seasonal conditions, which will be advertised on the Shire of Menzies website.
All burning is prohibited on days where:
- the fire Danger Rating is Extreme or above,
- a Total Fire Ban is declared, or
- a Harvest and Vehicle Movement Ban is declared.