The Manawatū Whanganui fire district has moved back to an open fire season.
This applies to all areas within Horowhenua, Ruapehu, Manawatū, Rangitikei, Whanganui District councils and the Palmerston North City Council.
The open season starts 8am Wednesday, March 30.
The region has been in a restricted fire season since March 18.
An open fire season means you do not need a permit to light a fire outdoors.