- to protect people and communities from fire
- to protect Auckland's air quality
- to prevent unnecessary emergency fire calls.
Hihiratia mehemea ka āhei koe ki te tahu ahi i tō rohe Check if you can light a fire in your area
If a fire is a risk to person or property, call 111 and ask for the Fire Service.
Why we have outdoor fire rules
How to check if you can light a fire
Visit Can I light a fire.
Fire and Emergency New Zealand responsibilities
Check the current fire season, then click "Check and apply now" to view the fire season map.
Fire seasons
Fire and Emergency New Zealand:
- declares fire seasons within Auckland
- issues and renews fire permits.
Apply for or renew a fire permit
For all outdoor fires, you need a current fire permit.
Report a problem with a fire
If you have fire safety concerns, visit Fire and Emergency New Zealand.
See Report smoke and pollution from fires for details on reporting nuisance from smoke and pollution.