Victorians are now able to collect firewood for domestic use from designated collection areas during the spring firewood season.
Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action director of forest and fire operations Aaron Kennedy encouraged people to get their wood now ready for winter 2026.
“Spring is an ideal time to collect your firewood,” he said.
“Depending on the type of vegetation and level of dryness when cut, most wood takes longer than 12 months to dry.
“Ideally people should plan their firewood needs two years in advance.”
Firewood collection sites in the Ovens District are temporarily closed due to the Victoria Police operation and current VicEmergency advice.
Collection sites in the Ovens District will reopen as soon as the situation changes.
Maps are now live and accessible. An interactive map includes details about vehicle access, while pdf maps include safety and other practical information.
Find your local collection area and information about collecting firewood at ffm.vic.gov.au/firewood/firewood-collection-in-your-region
Firewood can only be gathered from designated collection areas in state forests during the official season.
Collectors are reminded there is a limit of two cubic metres per person per day, and a maximum of 16 cubic metres per household per financial year. Those unable to collect firewood themselves can nominate someone to do so on their behalf.
The spring firewood collection season will run until Sunday, November 30.
Financial assistance is available for low-income households that buy firewood.
For more information or to report suspected illegal firewood collection, phone 136 186.
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