Rural fire
Fire permits
UPDATE February 3 2020
Fire and Emergency New Zealand (FENZ) have declared a Prohibited Fire Season for the entire Taupō District starting today. This means there is a total ban on the lighting of any fires outside. Please be aware any fire permits issued during a restricted fire season are now suspended. Find out more on the Check it's alright website.
Or call Roger Nelson on 027 451 4556.
About FENZ
On July 1 2017 rural fire moved under the responsibility of the newly formed Fire and Emergency New Zealand (FENZ), meaning Taupo District Council is no longer the provider of the response service for rural fire for the district.
FENZ is an amalgamation of the New Zealand Fire Service, the National Rural Fire Authority, all 12 rural fire districts and 26 territorial rural fire authorities. From July 1 2017, new legislation means rural fire is no longer the operational responsibility of local authorities.
For more information visit www.fireandemergency.nz
