PUBLIC NOTICE
BUSH FIRES ACT 1954
PART III PREVENTION OF BUSH FIRE
SECTION 18 – RESTRICTED BURNING TIME EXTENSION
Pursuant to Section 18 Bush Fires Act 1954, the Shire of Cranbrook advises the the Restricted Burning Time will be extended until Midnight 14 May 2022.
All landowners/occupiers MUST obtain a Permit to Burn from their nearest Fire Control Officer before any hazard reduction or burning off can commence.
Permit Holders are reminded not to light any fire if you are not prepared to be responsible for it. The Shire of Cranbrook reserves the right under section 18(11) Bush Fires Act 1954, to recoup any cost of extinguishment from any fire that escapes permit conditions or from the lack of supervision/unattendance.
Please note Fire Permits can be suspended or cancelled at any time with or without notice by any Fire Control Officer based on local condition or weather forecasts.
This notice dated 29 April 2022.
Linda Gray
Chief Executive Officer
SHIRE OF CRANBROOK