Residents are urged to be mindful of animals.

Fireworks are only permitted on New Year’s Eve until the wee hours of New Year’s Day between 23:00 – 01:00.

Anyone who wishes to use fireworks should get permission from the Chief Fire Officer.

Residents who contravene the by-law will receive a fine or face the court.

Residents shouldn’t use fireworks:

Within 500 metres of any explosives factory, explosives storage place, petrol depot or petrol station;

1. Inside any building;
2. On any agricultural holding;
3. at any public place; or
4. at any school, old age home or hospital.

No person may light or ignite fireworks in any place where animals are present.