Fire and Emergency New Zealand is responsible for fire control and the single point of contact for all fire authorities in Northland. FENZ also issue fire permits in urban and rural areas. Northland Regional Council is responsible for smoke nuisance.
New and replacement freestanding and inbuilt heaters require a Building Consent. Learn about safe fire practice, and find out about any fire restrictions in your area.Fireplace
Fires in the Kaipara district
Learn about safe fire practice, and find out about any fire restrictions in your area.
The Check it's Alright to Light website is a single point of contact for all fire authorities in Northland.
Here you can learn about safe fire practice, and find out about any fire restrictions in your area.
If you are currently in a restricted fire status zone you can apply for a permit here.
For more information about Northland Fire and Emergency New Zealand call 09 401 0723 or 0800 658 628.
To report a Fire Call 111
In case of emergency
In case of an emergency it is important to keep calm and be prepared. See the Civil Defence pages to help you understand and prepare for a Civil Defence event.
