Fireworks

Every fireworks display, regardless of its location, requires a Pyrotechnician’s Licence or a Fireworks (Single Use) Licence issued by Safework NSW under the Explosives Regulation Act 2003. The Regulation also requires that WorkCover and Council must be notified of an intention to use fireworks, at least seven working days before the display.

If you propose to hold a fireworks display on Council land, prior approval is also required from Council as the land manager. Standard conditions of approval are:

  • The display must be subject to a Pyrotechnician’s Licence or a Fireworks (Single Use) Licence issued by SafeWork NSW
  • Minimum $20 million public liability insurance is required. A copy of the Certificate of Currency must be supplied to Council prior to the event
  • A written risk assessment in accordance with Part 4 of the Fireworks Operation Conditions must be undertaken prior to the event and be made available to Council upon request

 Click here to access the Safework NSW website