Hobart Council

<p><strong>During Fire Permit Period:</strong> Electric, gas, and solid fuel BBQs permitted with appropriate clearances.</p><p><strong>During Total Fire Ban:</strong> Only electric and gas BBQs permitted. Solid fuel (charcoal, wood) BBQs are <strong>BANNED</strong>.</p><p><strong>Reserve Closures:</strong> Waterworks Reserve and other bushland reserves close on Extreme or Catastrophic fire danger days.</p><p>Check fire restrictions at <a href="https://www.fire.tas.gov.au">fire.tas.gov.au</a> or call 1800 000 699.</p>

<p>Most BBQs in Hobart parks operate on a <strong>first-come, first-served basis</strong> and do not require booking.</p><p><strong>Bookable BBQ Locations:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Waterworks Reserve</strong> - 2 undercover sites with gas BBQs (Site 1: 15-30 people, Site 9: up to 80 people) - $32/hour</li><li><strong>Legacy Park</strong> - 2 undercover pavilions + 2 wood-fired ovens (up to 40 people)</li><li><strong>Long Beach Reserve</strong> - 1 undercover pavilion near play area</li><li><strong>Cornelian Bay Park</strong> - 1 BBQ and covered area</li></ul><p>Bookings can be made up to <strong>12 months in advance</strong>. Minimum 2 hours for pavilions, 3 hours for wood-fired ovens. A bond is required.</p><p><strong>Hours:</strong> Winter 8am-4pm, Summer (daylight savings) 8am-9pm</p><p>Email: <strong>[email protected]</strong></p>

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<p>Report BBQ or park issues online or contact Council:</p><ul><li>Phone: <strong>03 6238 2711</strong></li><li>Address: Customer Service Centre, 16 Elizabeth Street, Hobart</li><li>Hours: Weekdays 8:15am-5:15pm</li></ul>

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