Fireworks in Victoria (2026)
Last reviewed: 13 October 2026
In short: In Victoria fireworks are classed as explosives and can only be used by licensed pyrotechnicians or people under their direct supervision. Pyrotechnicians must give at least 7 days' notice of a display to WorkSafe.
| Rule | What applies |
|---|---|
| Consumers may buy and use category F2 fireworksConsumer fireworks (category F2) | No [1] |
| Minimum age to buyConsumer fireworks (category F2) | ⚠ Not yet verified |
| Minimum age to possess or let offConsumer fireworks (category F2) | ⚠ Not yet verified |
| When they may be sold to the publicConsumer fireworks (category F2) | ⚠ Not yet verified |
| When they may be let offConsumer fireworks (category F2) | Fireworks can only be used by licensed pyrotechnicians or people under their direct supervision. Pyrotechnicians setting off display fireworks must give WorkSafe at least 7 days' notice, and must also notify the council or shire and other relevant bodies such as the fire authority. [1] |
| Where they may not be let offConsumer fireworks (category F2) | ⚠ Not yet verified |
| Fireworks consumers may useConsumer fireworks (category F2) | ⚠ Not yet verified |
| Local restrictionsConsumer fireworks (category F2) | Pyrotechnicians must notify the local council or shire, and other relevant bodies such as the fire authority, at least 7 days before a proposed display. They may require longer notice, and the council or shire may ask for more information if it has restrictive by-laws. [1] |
| Hours when they may be let offConsumer fireworks (category F2) | ⚠ Not yet verified |
Sources
- WorkSafe Victoria: Using fireworks (consulted 13 October 2026) · all sources
More rules in Victoria
- E-scootersUse on public roads: Yes, paths and roads up to 60 km/h · Minimum age: 16
- CannabisPossession for personal use: Criminal offence; small amounts max 5 penalty units · Growing at home: Banned
- Car speed limitsBuilt-up areas: 50 km/h · Outside built-up areas (single carriageway): 100 km/h
- Deposit return schemes and plastic bagsNational deposit return scheme in operation: Yes, CDS Vic · Deposit per container: 10c refund
- Minimum age for a car driving licenceMinimum age for a car licence: 18 (probationary licence) · Earliest age to drive a car supervised: 16
- Driving after drugsApproach to cannabis (THC): Any amount of THC is an offence · THC threshold: Any amount of THC
- E-bikes and speed pedelecsLegal class: Bicycle rules
- Foreign driving licencesOverseas licence valid for a visitor: Yes, if living in Victoria under 6 months · Overseas licence after becoming a resident: Convert if living in Victoria 6+ months
- Home educationLegal status of home education: Registration required · Nature of the parental duty: School or registration
- Knives and pepper sprayFolding pocket knives: Controlled weapon; excuse needed · Locking or one-handed knives: Flick and butterfly knives prohibited
- Motorcycles: helmets and licencesHelmet required for the rider: Yes · Helmet required for a passenger: Yes
- Paid holidayMinimum paid leave a year (weeks): 4 weeks (5 for some shiftworkers) · Minimum paid leave as the law states it: 4 weeks a year; extra week for some shiftworkers
- Using a mobile phone while drivingHolding a phone while driving banned: Banned · Hands-free use: Mounted/built-in only; L/P: none
- Seat belts and child seatsSeat belt compulsory in front seats: Yes · Seat belt compulsory in rear seats: Yes
- Smoke alarms in homesSmoke alarm legally required in homes: Yes, all homes · Minimum alarms and where: One per level, plus by bedrooms
- Tobacco and nicotine age limitsMinimum age to buy tobacco: 18 · Minimum age to buy e-cigarettes: 18
- Drinking age and alcohol salesMinimum age to buy beer and wine: 18 · Minimum age to buy spirits: 18
- Drink-driving limitsBlood alcohol limit for ordinary drivers: 0.05% · Lower limit for novice or young drivers: 0.00% (zero)
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General information, not legal advice. Rules change: check the official source before you fly or ride.