Shire of Augusta-Margaret River
Shire of Augusta-Margaret River
12/23/2025 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 12/22/2025 22:30
What's a Harvest and Vehicle Movement Ban
Your questions about Harvest and Vehicle Movement Bans answered.
What's a Harvest and Vehicle Movement Ban?
A HVMB is a temporary ban on using certain machinery, driving vehicles in specific areas, or undertaking other activities that could start a bushfire or cause one to spread. An HVMB is declared by the Chief Bush Fire Control Officer when there is a high fire danger to reduce the chance of a fire starting or spreading.
What is banned during a HVMB?
All off-road activity for agriculture, business and industry. This includes harvesting operations and
using engines, vehicles, or machinery that could spark a fire - including motorbikes, quad bikes, chainsaws, excavators, ride-on mowers, and generators.
What is considered off-road?
Off-road includes areas such as
- paddocks
- bushland
- uncleared land and
- land with stubble or long grass.
Can I drive down a 4WD track during a HVMB?
Driving is only allowed on gazetted - or official - public roads.
What's your number 1 tip during a HVMB?
If in doubt, wait it out. Even if your activity isn't specifically banned, postpone anything that could pose a fire risk.
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