Fireworks at Nexia Blast in the Park 2025 at Anderson Park, Havelock North on Friday November 7, 2025. Photo / Richard BrimerIn the past fortnight, fires in Pāuanui and Port Jackson were caused by fireworks. Enforced under Section 52 of the Fire and Emergency New Zealand Act, the moratorium applies to the private use of fireworks. We want to make sure everybody knows to enjoy our public fireworks displays instead of lighting their own” says Trim. The Coromandel Zone, covered by the ban, is already in a restricted fire season which requires a permit approved by Fire and Emergency for most open-air fires.

Source: New Zealand Herald December 22, 2025 23:17 UTC