Is it illegal to set off fireworks in Australia?

Australia. In Australia, most states and territories outlaw fireworks for consumers. Tasmania, ACT and Northern Territory allow use with a permit (dependent on calendar date and circumstances). However, on July 1 for Territory Day, one can freely use fireworks without a permit in the Northern Territory.

What time do you legally have to stop doing fireworks?

For the majority of the year, it is illegal to set off fireworks (including sparklers) between 11pm and 7am. However, for Bonfire Night the curfew is extended to midnight and for New Year’s Eve, Diwali and Chinese New Year the cut off is 1am.

What is the fine for fireworks in Australia?

Anyone caught selling or purchasing fireworks without a licence faces fines of up to $27,000 and 12 months in jail and anyone caught displaying fireworks without a licence faces penalties of up to $27,500.

Can you let off fireworks anytime of the year?

And I can set off my fireworks anytime between now and New Year’s? And you can only set off fireworks between 7pm and 11pm, with the exception of: Bonfire Night (until 12am) New Year’s Eve (1am)

Are fireworks legal in Act?

Fireworks may only be used in a fireworks display in the ACT (including small-scale fireworks displays conducted as part of a performance or ceremony) if: the person who is to be responsible for conducting the fireworks display has applied for, and been issued with, a fireworks display permit.

What is the penalty for letting off fireworks in a public place?

Laws covering nuisance and danger caused by fireworks Disobeying an order carries a maximum penalty of a five year prison sentence. Throwing or setting off fireworks in the street is an offence.

Is it illegal to set fireworks off livestock?

Government advice is – Fireworks must not be set off near livestock or horses in fields or close to buildings housing livestock. Anyone planning a firework display in a rural area should warn neighbouring farmers in advance.

Is it illegal to let off fireworks NSW?

The short answer is No, unless you have a license to purchase, use, store, manufacturer, supply and transport fireworks than it is illegal to possession, let off or supply fireworks.

How do I buy fireworks in Tasmania?

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1. To be able to purchase consumer fireworks in Tasmania you need a permit.
2. Simply apply and organize your permit – see below on this page for more details.
3. Order and buy your fireworks online and then simply pick them up at one of our many Depot Locations.

What are Category 4 fireworks?

Category F4 fireworks are fireworks which present a high hazard, which are intended for use only by persons with specialist knowledge and whose noise level is not harmful to human health.