This page displays information on scheduled hazard reduction burns for Queensland.
What is a hazard reduction burn?
Hazard reduction burns are one of the ways we can mitigate the potential impact of a bushfire in the community. They are carried out before a bushfire starts. Essentially, it is a controlled fire that burns some of the fuel on a property, so when a bushfire crosses your path, there is less fuel for it to feed on.
It's one of the many tools we, and our partners, can use to try and limit the intensity and severity of bushfires.
What should I expect during a hazard reduction burn?
Smoke may impact residents and visitors to the area. Residents in the nearby surrounding areas should close windows and doors and if suffering from a respiratory condition, keep medications close by. Smoke can decrease visibility on the roads, so motorists are urged to drive with caution and to conditions.
Please note: The activities on this page rely on information from external sources and may not be complete. If there are no hazard reduction burns listed below, hazard reduction burning activities may still be occurring. If you are concerned about smoke in your area, please check the Queensland Fire Department’s Current warnings and incidents page to see if a warning is current and/or the Permit to Burn page for registered permits in your area. If you or others are in immediate danger, please contact Triple Zero (000).
Planned burn in Nerang National Park
Where: Nerang National Park, Bilby Close, Nerang
When: 6th August 2026 (Weather permitting)
Agency: Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service
Planned burn in Gheebulum Kunungai National Park, Moreton Island (Mulgumpin)
Where: Gheebulum Kunungai National Park, Moreton Island (Mulgumpin)
When: 5-9th August 2026 (Weather permitting)
Agency: Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service
Planned burn in Cape Upstart National Park
Where: Cape Upstart National Park
When: 22 July - 7 August 2026, weather permitting
Agency: Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service
Planned burn in Great Sandy National Park - K'gari - Cathedrals Beach and Bogimbah
Where: Great Sandy National Park - K'gari - Cathedrals Beach
When: 30 July - 9 August 2026, weather permitting
Where: Great Sandy National Park - K'gari - Bogimbah
When: 6-31 August 2026, weather permitting
Agency: Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service
Planned burn in Herberton Range State Forest
Where: Herberton Range State Forest
When: 30 July - 30 August 2026
Agency: Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service
Planned burn in Main Range National Park
Where: Main Range National Park
When: 29 July - 31 August 2026
Agency: Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service
Planned burn in Shoalwater Bay Expansion Area
Where: Shoalwater Bay Expansion Area
When: 4-9 August 2026
Agency: LRM Fire & Rescue
Planned burn in Kunwarara
Where: Kunwarara
When: 4-9 August 2026
Agency: LRM Fire & Rescue
Planned burn in Naree Budjong Djara National Park
Where: Naree Budjong Djara National Park
When: 4-9 August 2026 (weather permitting)
Agency: Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service
Planned burn in Amby Township
Where: Amby Township
When: 8 August 2026
Agency: Rural Fire Service Queensland
Planned burn in Lower Beechmont Conservation Area East, Clagiraba
Where: Lower Beechmont Conservation Area East, Clagiraba
When: 6 August 2026 (weather permitting)
Agency: City of Gold Coast
Planned burn in Mount Barney National Park (Mount May section)
Where: Mount Barney National Park (Mount May section)
When: 5-10 August 2026 (weather permitting)
Agency: Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service
Planned burn in Cooloola Recreation Area
Where: Cooloola Recreation Area
When: 5 August 2026 (weather permitting)
Agency: Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service
Planned burn in Lance Road Park, Greenbank
Where: Lance Road Park, 88-104 Lance Road Greenbank
When: Thursday 6th August 2026 weather permitting
Agency: Logan City Council