- Mark your calendar: Cracker Night is on May 25th, 2025, and Fireworks Permit Applications open in early March. Want to be the first to know all the details about Cracker Night, including how to buy and use fireworks in your own backyard? Subscribe to our mailing list here for updates and guidance!

• Applying for a fireworks permit is straightforward:
• Review the application form carefully.
• Fill out all required information accurately. WorkSafe will contact you if they need to clarify any details, so don’t stress!
• Submit your completed form at any Service Tasmania Centre (find your nearest location). The deadline is typically the first Friday in May.
• Approved permits are generally received within 5-7 business days. Keep an eye on your inbox, including your junk folder, or wait for a call from WorkSafe if there are any questions.
  
  Need help with the permit application?
  We’re here to assist with any questions! Whether it’s about form details, meeting requirements, or understanding the process, we’re just a call, SMS (0429 640 715), or email (sales@bright-star.com.au) away.

- In the past, the general guideline for obtaining a fireworks permit has required 2-3 acres of land or being at least 50m from any house. However, if you couldn't meet all the requirements exactly, that didn’t necessarily mean you wouldn’t get a permit. WorkSafe has often been flexible with applicants.

If you’re unsure or need guidance with any part of the process, feel free to call, SMS (0429 640 715), or email (sales@bright-star.com.au) – we're here to help!

- In the past, if applicants didn’t have enough land or space, they could nominate and use another property with consent from the landowner.

Some areas were considered more "restricted," but permits could still potentially be granted. This usually related to distance requirements from buildings, property, animals, livestock, etc., and meant there were additional factors to consider for that location. It didn’t mean a permit wouldn’t be issued; instead, it required further assessment and clarification by WorkSafe, who would typically reach out via phone or email to discuss the specifics.

- In 2024, the Type 2 fireworks permit cost was $89.00.

Every item in our online shop was available for purchase and safe use under this approved permit type.

We believed this was a small cost for the privilege of accessing and using fireworks in Tasmania, one of the few states where this was still allowed.

Bright Star Fireworks Australia proudly gave back the value of the permit cost in fireworks value when customers shopped with us.

*The FREE PACK that year was worth $100.00!

Did you know that Tasmania was the only state in Australia where you could buy and safely use rockets and roman candles for Cracker Night celebrations?

- Great question and yes, absolutely! You can combine the land to increase distances needed all you need is to get their permission.

This question mostly applies to the area set apart for the landing of aerial debris (related to fallout from rockets) which the area just needs to be 100m from the designated spectator areas.

– No, you need a permit for ALL fireworks.

- Sorry, no we dont.

- Yes, Cracker Night and NYE displays, we will issue a public notice in your locally distributed newspaper, which will alert government agencies such as the Police, Fire, and Municipal Council.

However, you need to complete any notifications yourself as part of your permit or any special notifications specific to your display site. Permits have a special condition that requires you to notify your neighbors at least 7 days prior to Cracker Night, and we strongly support this. You can download our notification template HERE to assist you in notifying your neighbors.

- In the past, Yes, applications were considered on their own merits. As outlined on page 4 of the permit application:

Depending on the display location, additional notification requirements may have applied:

• If the proposed site for the display was within one kilometre of any property used for commercial livestock operations, notice needed to be given to the owner or occupier of such property.
• If the proposed site was within one kilometre of any reserved land under the Nature Conservation Act 2002, notice needed to be given to the Director of National Parks and Wildlife.
• If the proposed site was within one kilometre of permanent timber production zone land under the Forest Management Act 2013, notice needed to be given to Forestry Tasmania.
• If the proposed site was on the seashore and the display involved an aerial display of fireworks, notice needed to be given to Marine and Safety Tasmania.

Depending on the location and firing site, some of these additional requirements could be added to the permit. WorkSafe may also have requested more information about extra precautions, such as monitoring wind conditions, positioning fireworks away from forests, and having fire extinguishing equipment on hand.

REMEMBER: If you couldn't satisfy all requirements, that doesn't necessarily mean you wouldn’t receive a permit. Call / SMS 0429640715 or email sales@bright-star.com.au for assistance!

- In the past, permit approvals depended on specific circumstances and were considered on a case-by-case basis. Details regarding privately owned horses and livestock or cattle were outlined separately in the 2024 application:

For Privately Owned Horses – (See pages 1 and 2 of the permit application):

From page 1:

• A fireworks permit “may not be granted” if the display site was:
  Within 500 metres of privately owned horses, due to safety risks to the horses or handlers, unless property occupiers were aware of and agreeable to the display.
  From page 2:
• Applicants were asked if the proposed site was:
  More than 500 metres from privately owned horses (Y/N).
  If "No," applicants needed to ensure property occupiers where horses were located were aware of and consented to the display.
  A permit could still be granted depending on factors such as distance, paddock size, number of horses, and if they could be moved. Being within 500 metres did not automatically mean a permit would be denied, but the property owners or caretakers needed to be informed and to give consent. It was recommended to keep a record of the person(s) spoken to with date and time or to obtain written consent via email or text.

For Privately Owned Livestock and Cattle – (See page 2 of the permit application):

From page 2:

• Applicants were asked if the proposed site was:
  More than 500 metres from privately owned livestock or cattle (Y/N).
  Permits could still be granted if within 500 metres, depending on factors like paddock size and the number of animals. However, there was no requirement to inform or obtain consent from the property owners of livestock or cattle.

REMEMBER: If not all requirements were met, this didn’t necessarily mean a permit would be denied. For assistance, you could call / SMS 0429640715 or email sales@bright-star.com.au!

- Yes, absolutely you can! You do not need to be a resident of Tasmania or own property in Tasmania to get a permit

Lots of people every year from the mainland come down to Tasmania for Cracker Night to experience the fun. All you need is to:

• Know someone or a friend who owns property, use their land, and get their consent
• Or get consent from the landowner (much harder if you do not know them)

NOTE: you cannot let off fireworks in a public areas or property. Only on private property (either owned by individual or a company)

- Yes there is! Read the permit application carefully and note your question or concern.

Then simply Call / SMS 0429640715 or email sales@bright-star.com.au and we can help! If we don’t have the answer we may direct you to contact WorkSafe:

• On 1300 366 322 – this is the main helpline but make sure you specifically ask to speak to an inspector who handles fireworks applications. 
• Or email Worksafe WST.Licensing@justice.tas.gov.au  

*We recommend contacting us first for an answer to see if we can save you time and hassle.

- See the first page of the permit application when they open early March 2025:

 A fireworks permit ‘may not be granted’ where the proposed display site is:

• Located in Acton Park, Allens Rivulet, Carlton, Devon Hills, Dodges Ferry, Orielton, Roches Beach, Spreyton or Sandford
• Within 500 metres from privately owned horses due to the risk to safety of the horses or persons controlling them unless property occupiers are aware of and agreeable to the display being held
• Within 1 kilometer of a commercial boarding kennel or commercial horse business
• Within 3 kilometers of a sanctuary or conservation area, such as Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary, Tasmania Zoo, and Trowunna Wildlife Park

Due to the nature of these areas, proximity to airports, the lack of space, presence of animals listed above, etc  – they are considered ‘sensitive areas’ and will require further assessment and investigation into your proposed fireworks location.  

Just contact us first by giving us a call / SMS 0429640715 or email sales@bright-star.com.au and let us know. We can help and know what to do!

- Yes you can.

*We recommend contacting us first for some advice and to see if we can save you time and hassle.  

Contact WorkSafe on 1300 366 322 or email WST.Licensing@justice.tas.gov.au

You will go through to the helpline but make sure you specifically ask to speak to an inspector who handles fireworks applications.