State Guide
False alarm fees and waivers across Australia
Every state charges different fees, enforces different deadlines, and has different waiver processes. Here's what you need to know.
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Select your state to see the full breakdown — fees, deadlines, legislation, leniency rules, and how Magnifire automates the waiver process.
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Fee $1,656
Deadline 180 days
Fee $657+
Deadline 14 days
Fee $1,506
Deadline 60 days
Fee $471
Deadline 30 days
Fee $1,337
Deadline 21 days
Fee $423
Deadline No formal deadline
Fee $400
Deadline 180 days
Fee $1,339
Deadline 30 days
Why false alarm waivers matter
A single false alarm can cost your building over $1,600. Most building owners don't know they can apply to have these charges waived — and the process varies dramatically between states.
$400 – $1,656 Fee range per false alarm across Australian states
14 – 180 days Waiver deadline range — miss it and you pay in full
8 jurisdictions Each with different authorities, criteria, and processes
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