There are strict rules in place about when, where, and what you can collect to protect wildlife habitat and keep our trees and forests healthy. It’s also important, when buying firewood, to know where it comes from to avoid inadvertently supporting illegal firewood theft.
Collecting firewood
If you're collecting your own firewood, make sure you know the rules before you head out.
Buying firewood
The rules you need to know to legally buy firewood in Victoria.
Things to note
Authorised Officers patrol state forests
- Authorised Officers conduct regular patrols in state forests to help protect biodiversity and keep people safe. Failure to follow the rules may result in penalties, such as on-the-spot fines or court prosecutions.
Contact us for more information or to report suspicious activity
- For more information on any of the topics mentioned on this website, or to report something suspicious, you can contact us on 136 186.
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