Dangerous Substances (Explosives) Regulation 2004
299Fireworks display definitions
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299 Fireworks display definitions display operator licence means a licence issued for this part authorising the use of fireworks for fireworks displays. display site, for a fireworks display authorised by a fireworks display permit, means the immediate area of the display and the area under the direct control of the permit-holder, including all of the following: (a) the point of ignition; (b) the fall-out area; (c) the area within the largest applicable minimum distance (under section 327 (Separation distances for fireworks displays)) from all viewing areas and any protected works. effective barrier means— (a) a fence, cordon or similar device; or (b) a body of water or other natural barrier; or (c) any other way stated in a fireworks display permit of ensuring that separation distances are complied with for the use of fireworks under the permit.
Using fireworks for fireworks displays—general Division 3.4.2 fireworks display means a display of fireworks, whether indoors or outdoors, and includes the testing of fireworks for fireworks displays. 1 an outdoor display of fireworks in association with a public event such as the Canberra Show or an outdoor entertainment (eg a game of football at Canberra Outdoor Stadium) 2 use of theatrical fireworks indoors at a theatre for the performance of a children’s pantomime 3 an outdoor display of Chinese firecrackers to celebrate Chinese New Year fireworks display permit, for a fireworks display, means a licence issued for this part authorising the conduct of the display. ground display fireworks means fireworks that— (a) primarily function on the ground; and (b) project stars, novelty effects or other effects above the ground.