Limit the use of fireworks to the main day of traditional celebrations only!

Rejected 21 signatures

What the petition asks

Limit the use of fireworks to November 5th, New years Eve and the main day of Chinese new year and Diwali only. Limit the sales period to 2 weeks before these events from licenced sellers. To licensed buyers, for council organised public events at large licensed venues.

Every year, countless pets & wildlife are terrified or injured, people with PTSD or sensory sensitivities suffer panic & anxiety. Emergency services face a rise in callouts for fires & injuries; many involving children. Loud, fireworks can reach noise levels over 150 decibels, similar to a jet engine and release harmful chemicals into the air. By limiting fireworks we can still enjoy traditional celebrations while protecting animals, vulnerable people & our communities from unnecessary harm.

Why it was rejected

There was already a petition about this issue. Duplicates are rejected so signatures collect in one place.

You may wish to sign the following petition, which calls for similar action:

Limit the sale of fireworks to those running local council approved events only
Limit the sale of fireworks to those running local council approved events only

Timeline

5 Nov 2025	Petition opened for signatures
5 Dec 2025	Rejected by the Petitions Committee

Key facts

Signatures 21

Status Rejected

Rejected 5 Dec 2025

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