Did You Know - Roadside Firewood Collection

Published on 20 March 2026

Roadside Firewood Collection

A permit is required to collect firewood from Council‑managed roadsides in the Yarriambiack Shire. Importantly, there are a number of roads not permitted for firewood collection under any circumstances.

Collection of firewood from the roadside cannot occur until a Roadside Firewood Collection Permit Form is completed with a Public Liability Certificate attached and approval from the Local Laws Officer. 

To ensure you are covered if there are any injuries obtained by a third party or damages to property, it is a requirement that applicants have personal legal liability cover or public liability insurance.

If you have contents insurance most insurers provide legal liability cover automatically. However, Council asks that you speak with your insurer for confirmation. If you do not have contents insurance, you will need to obtain Public Liability Insurance and a Certificate of Currency from an insurer or broker.

A general roadside firewood collection permit costs $16, or $9 for Health Care or Pension Card holders.

For a full list of roads not permitted for firewood collection – please visit our website. Any creek frontages or reserves are also not permitted for firewood collection.

To download a permit form or to find out more, visit www.yarriambiack.vic.gov.au/Community/Local-Laws/Roadside-Firewood-Collection