Question on lighting open fires in NSW.

Submitted: Wednesday, Apr 18, 2007 at 14:34

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Hi all, it has been a while since my last post. For thosw of you who don't know, I recovered the 4by after a 30+ hours straight trek to the heart of Murwillumbah. Had it home for a little while before a $3200 bang of the headgasket variety. I get it back today tho, can't wait! On the downside I had to sell my excell just to cover the costs :( . Also, Ace the dog was never recovered :( but we have 2 new dogs that we got off death row and fostered for about .1 of a second before adopting ourselves.

Ok so to my question, are you allowed to just 'light a fire' and cook ya food if you cant find a bbq. My mate is off today with his missus and was proud to tell me he started a fire all by himself, i told him that you couldnt just do that. Now theres a beer riding on it :P. So yea, I am sure you keen campers out there will know where the law stands in this matter.

Cheers, Anand.

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Reply By: Redback - Wednesday, Apr 18, 2007 at 15:39

Wednesday, Apr 18, 2007 at 15:39

I'm guessing you blokes haven't done alot of bush camping??

What is allowed, depends on where you are (ie) NP or SF, in a state forest it's normally anywhere your allowed to camp, just pick a spot and you can have a fire where you camp (of course within reason) they do prefer you to have the campfire in a designated spot if possible so as not to have old campfires all over the place, so if there's an old campfire there use that as your campfire, there are some SF that only want you to have a fire in designated spots too of course.

National Parks are differant, they usually have designated fire rings and or BBQ plates in certain spots in camping areas 98% of the time.

Remember to clear around the area your having the fire and don't throw bottles, cans and plastic in it and make sure you put it out before you leave, this keeps it OK for the next campers.

Baz.

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Follow Up By: Shaker - Wednesday, Apr 18, 2007 at 17:57

Wednesday, Apr 18, 2007 at 17:57

I think it also has to be less than a metre in diameter.

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Reply By: Member - Duncs - Wednesday, Apr 18, 2007 at 16:17

Wednesday, Apr 18, 2007 at 16:17

In addition to what Redback has said you must take into consideration what time of year it is.

During the bush fire danger period restricitions are tighter than during winter. If there is a total fire ban in place then even the gas stove is a no no out in the bush.

At the least the fire must be in an open area, cleared of all flammable matter for a minimum of 4.5m. The fire must be completely extinguished before leaving it unattended. If you use a fire that someone else has lit then you are responsible for it. Other local restrictions may nad often do apply. These are generally imposed by the person having responsibility for the land. For example I will not let you light a campfire in my front yard.

Duncs

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Reply By: Member - DOZER- Wednesday, Apr 18, 2007 at 19:53

Wednesday, Apr 18, 2007 at 19:53

Did someone mention beer??? What do i have to say to get half Anand??
If your vehicle back from the mechanics is an auto, change the oil in the next few months, as it would also have oberheated, and autos dont like cooked oil.
Andrew

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Follow Up By: 4wdNewbie - Thursday, Apr 19, 2007 at 14:47

Thursday, Apr 19, 2007 at 14:47

Haha Dozer, ill drink half and mail ya the rest, hows that sound? Altho by the sounds of things I'm the one owing the beer. As for the 4by, its a manual, the mechanic just said to check the water and oil levels every 2 days and bring it back in 2 weeks (sounds like a trip to the vets!)

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Reply By: Smudger - Thursday, Apr 19, 2007 at 11:02

Thursday, Apr 19, 2007 at 11:02

Maybe a year ago, NSW NP's brought down a new regulation. If a Ranger visits your campsite and there's a fire with noone in attendance, you will be fined. Even if you're only other side of the bush fishing, or in the toilet.

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