WDC Rural Fire Authority works hard at ensuring the District is as safe as possible from fire. The Council asks that you act responsibly around fire and that if you see any suspicious smoke that you call 111 immediately.
Find out about the conditions for lighting a fire or hangi on private property, in an urban area or within a town boundary, in public reserves including beaches.
Whakatane District Council has two rural fire forces.
Information about fire safety and fire permits in the Whakatane District, including rural fires, hangi and bonfires.