Ten of Auckland’s 53 volcanoes, including Mt Eden and Rangitoto. Photo: Kevin Sowden, Auckland Council
Auckland’s Tūpuna Maunga Authority will close public access to 14 maunga during the Guy Fawkes period, from 6.30pm to 7am.
This annual closure is to ensure the protection of Auckland's volcanic cones from fires.
Fireworks in New Zealand are sold between the 2nd and 5th of November and you must be 18 years old and have a valid ID to buy fireworks.
Auckland Council also confirms that vehicle access to and from Te Oneone Rangatira / Muriwai Beach via Coast Road will close from 5am Sunday 2 November 2025 and re-open at 8am Monday 10 November 2025, to mitigate fire risk in the area.
Acting General Manager of Parks and Community Facilities, Julie Pickering, said Aucklanders need to be mindful of others and the rules when celebrating Guy Fawkes.
"Letting off fireworks on Guy Fawkes night is a fun event for those who choose to.
"However, we ask Aucklanders to be considerate of others who don't chose to participate and be mindful that some people, who could be your neighbours, and pets, can find the noise and lights of fireworks stressful.
"Please keep a close watch on your children when using fireworks and have water on hand to put out any fire that could start.
"Aucklanders should also be aware that using fireworks in parks and on beaches across the region is not allowed."
Elly Waitoa, Auckland Council's Animal Management Manager also reminded residents to pay attention to their pets leading into Guy Fawkes, and on the night itself.
"During the Guy Fawkes period please plan ahead and ensure your pets are safe and well-confined if you aren't at home.
"Having a safe place inside for your pets is always a good idea and please give your pets extra care during Guy Fawkes.
"During this time, we usually see an increase in the number of dogs entering Auckland Council animal shelters so make sure your dog is registered and microchipped. This will make it easier for us to reunite you with your dog if it gets lost."
Tūpuna Maunga Authority said the following Maunga will be closed and will have an on-site security presence, comprising static entrance guards positioned at primary and secondary entrances combined with foot patrols:
1. Maungakiekie / One Tree Hill
2. Maungarei / Mt Wellington
3. Maungauika / North Head
4. Maungawhau / Mt Eden
5. Ōhinerau / Mt Hobson
6. Ōhuiarangi / Pigeon Mountain
7. Ōtāhuhu / Mt Richmond
8. Ōwairaka / Te Ahi-kā-a-Rakataura / Mt Albert
9. Pukewīwī / Puketāpapa / Mt Roskill
10. Takarunga / Mt Victoria
11. Te Kōpuke / Tītīkōpuke / Mt St John
12. Te Pane o Mataoho / Te Ara Pueru / Māngere Mountain
13. Te Tātua a Riukiuta / Big King
14. Matukutūruru / Wiri Mountain
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