An open fire season means permits are no longer needed for open air fires.
The areas this change applies to are: Aoraki/Mt Cook, Glentanner, Pukaki Aero, Tekapo Balmoral, Mt Potts, Mesopotamia Station, Hakatere, and Glenaan Station.
In a statement Mid-South Canterbury district manager Rob Hands said due to recent rain, the fire risk in the district had reduced.
"As we head further into autumn, we expect the fire risk to remain low.
"If you are planning a burn, you should continue to check the conditions for your area on checkitsalright.nz.
"You can also find advice on how to conduct your controlled burns safely on this website."
Port Blakely Forests in Geraldine and Waimate and all public conservation land will remain in a restricted fire season.
— APL
