Fire Danger Period

The Fire Danger Period for Macedon Ranges Shire ended at 1am on Monday 15 April 2024.

Burning off restrictions apply outside the fire danger period.

About the Fire Danger Period

The Fire Danger Period is declared by the CFA, not Council. The dates vary from year-to-year, and for each shire area. 

When the CFA declares a Fire Danger Period, no fire may be lit in the open air without a permit.