Fireworks Displays New Zealand
Firework Displays in New Zealand
New Zealand is a small country compared to others around the world and that can reflect on the industry in a huge way.
Pyro International Limited was formed in early 2015 with the desire to execute world class fireworks displays
across the country while meeting our customers needs and expectations.
New zealand retail firework market has been strong but has become stricter and stricter as the years have gone on.
The retail sale period has in the last 10 years gone from a two week selling period to a 4 day mad rush.
The government have placed laws and regulations on the products and control of those product to keep the general public as safe as they can be and we at Pyro International
proudly agree.
The display industry is were our company thrives. Pyro International has a vision to see our clients dreams and expectations met. We can only do this by continuing to build our network throughout New Zealand.
The Wider are of New Zealand is the home to many firework display
events with huge potential for growth.
We are continually growing and learning as a company.
For more info on our firework display you can check out our home page for more details. Click Here
Fireworks for Guy Fawkes
This tradition is more than 400 years old and comes from a plot by Guy Fawkes and 11 other men to blow up the British Parliament – the “Gunpowder Plot”. The men including Guy were caught before they could light the barrels of gunpowder. Every year since on November 5th there has been celebrations with fireworks, gunpowder and bonfires, along with a reading in the British Parliament.
In New Zealand there is very little focus on the reason for the celebration. It is simply a good occasion to get together with friends and family for some start of summer fun.
Purchasing
In New Zealand there are strict rules around buying and selling fireworks. Fireworks are only sold for the four days up to Guy Fawkes – November 2nd to 5th. You must be 18 years old and have valid ID to buy fireworks, just like alcohol. There are also rules about what types of fireworks are sold, and you may not be able to find the same ones as in your home country.
Usage
There are no rules about when during the year you can set fireworks off, however there are some rules about where.
Many local councils have laws that stop people from lighting fireworks in public places such as parks or beaches. It is best to only light fireworks on your own property, far away from anything that could catch fire.
You should also show respect to your neighbours, especially those with young children or pets. This can be done by putting fireworks away after 10.30 pm – the sun sets at about 8 pm so that leaves plenty of time to have fun. If you are using fireworks for a cultural celebration or festival let your neighbours know. Most people will not expect to hear fireworks at other times of year.
Safety
If you are saving fireworks for New Year’s Eve or cultural celebrations remember to store them safely.
Keep fireworks:
in their original packaging
in a dry place
away from heat and sources of ignition
away from flammable materials like petrol or paint
in a locked container or cabinet.
When using fireworks at home it is important to follow the Fire and Emergency New Zealand safety guidelines.
These remind you to:
follow instructions on fireworks
read them with a torch
light them away from things that could catch fire
be careful when drinking alcohol
only let adults light fireworks
have cold water on hand
do not relight fireworks that do not go off
put any burns under cold water for 20 minutes
never point fireworks towards another person.
Public displays
The safest and most spectacular way to celebrate Guy Fawkes is to attend a public display. Most towns and cities have free displays put on by councils, schools or businesses. These are held on Guy Fawkes night or during the weekend before or after. Public displays have bigger, more exciting fireworks than you can buy, and are a great night out for families. Look online for details of your local display.
Pets
The Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) has guidelines about Guy Fawkes and pets. Many pets, especially dogs, can be very scared by the lights and sounds of fireworks.
Some basic tips to help your dog are:
take them for a big walk to make them tired for the night
give them plenty of food
keep them indoors with the curtains closed
have the radio or television on as background noise
act normal – comforting your dog could make things worse.
You can read more about caring for animals on Guy Fawkes on the SPCA website.