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Applies from Wed 24 Apr 2024, 2.48pm to Fri 28 Jun 2024, 2.49pm. Last reviewed: Wed 24 Apr 2024, 3.02pm
Closed areas: Moama 5 Mile - Area Closed due to works at boat ramp and adjacent tiers
The 5-Mile, while works take place during repair of the tiered areas caused by the recent floods, will be partially closed. These works will take place over an 8 week period.
An area at the top of the tiers at carpark level, including the lower Bbq area will have an exclusion fence set up to minimise damage to vehicles, boats and injury to visitors. This excluded area may temporarily involve the closure of access to the boat ramp, which will otherwise remain open.
The rest of the Visitor area will remain open. All the toilets, the carpark, access to the mountain bike trails and the Dhungala walk will still be available for public use.
The works are expected to begin on the 1st May and be finished by the end of June 2024.
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Applies from Mon 22 Apr 2024, 8.00am to Mon 22 Jul 2024, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 18 Apr 2024, 2.14pm
Other planned events: Roadworks - Expect Delays
Roadworks will be underway within the Murrumbidgee Valley National and Regional Parks.
The roads may be uneven and slippery during this time.
Drive safely and follow the directions of roadwork signs and NPWS staff.
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Applies from Thu 18 Apr 2024, 8.00am to Fri 26 Apr 2024, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 18 Apr 2024, 1.06pm
Other planned events: Cuba North Roadworks - Expect Delays
Roadworks wills be underway within the Cuba North precinct.
Expect delays until the Friday 26 April 2024
The roads may be uneven and slippery during this time. Drive safely and follow the directions of roadwork signs, NPWS staff and contractors.
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Applies from Sun 21 Apr 2024, 11.59pm to Fri 3 May 2024, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Thu 18 Apr 2024, 12.14pm
Closed parks: Notice of 1080 program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting aerial baiting programs in Oolambeyan National Park from Monday 22 April 2024 to Friday 3 May 2024.
Aerial baiting is scheduled for Monday 22 April 2024 to Friday 3 May 2024.
The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species.
Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location. Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW National Parks managed lands. Pets and working dogs may be affected (1080 is lethal to cats and dogs). pets and working dogs must be restrained or muzzled in the vicinity and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
Please contact the local Riverina NPWS area office for more information on (02) 6966 8100.
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Applies from Tue 16 Apr 2024, 8.35am to Sun 30 Jun 2024, 4.30pm. Last reviewed: Tue 16 Apr 2024, 9.36am
Closed areas: Mungo Woolshed closed for conservation works
Mungo Woolshed is closed for heritage conservation works.
The closure means there will be no public access to the building during this time.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Mon 22 Apr 2024, 6.00am to Fri 3 May 2024, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 15 Apr 2024, 4.16pm
Closed parks: Kalyarr NP closed for aerial pest control program
Kalyarr National Park is closed from 22nd April 2024 to 3rd May 2024 for an aerial pest control operation. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an aerial baiting program in this park from 22nd April to 3rd May. The operation will involve the use of meat baits containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes. The program is designed to minimise predator impact on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise the impact of foxes on neighbouring stock.
Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location. Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW National Parks and Reserves. Pets and working dogs may be affected (1080 is lethal to cats and dogs). Pets and working dogs must be restrained or muzzled in the vicinity and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
For more information, contact the local NPWS Riverina Area office on (02) 6966 8100.
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Applies from Fri 18 Aug 2023, 11.11am to Sun 30 Jun 2024, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Sun 14 Apr 2024, 2.18pm
Safety alerts: Unsealed Council access roads in variable condition
Council-managed access roads to Mungo National Park are unsealed and in variable condition. Before travelling on any unsealed roads, please check road condition reports for Balranald, Wentworth and Central Darling Shires. Do not travel on closed Council roads.
There are numerous access routes to Mungo National Park and conditions can change quickly due to the weather.
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Applies from Mon 22 Apr 2024, 7.00am to Fri 3 May 2024, 4.30pm. Last reviewed: Sun 14 Apr 2024, 10.26am
Other planned events: 1080 aerial baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing aerial baiting program from Monday 22 April 2024 to Friday 3 May 2024. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of feral animals (foxes).
The program will take place in Mungo National Park and Mungo State Conservation Area.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise the impact of foxes on neighbouring stock.
Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location. Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW National Parks managed lands. Pets and working dogs may be affected (1080 is lethal to cats and dogs). Pets and working dogs must be restrained or muzzled in the vicinity and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
Please contact the local NPWS Lower Darling Area office for more information on 03 5021 8900.
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Applies from Thu 30 Nov 2023, 2.01pm to Sun 30 Jun 2024, 4.30pm. Last reviewed: Sun 14 Apr 2024, 10.25am
Closed areas: Mungo lakebed (bike) trail closed
The Mungo lakebed (bike) trail is closed.
The dual walking track and bike trail from Mungo Visitor Centre to Zanci Woolshed remains open.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office.
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Applies from Thu 1 Feb 2024, 9.18am. Last reviewed: Tue 9 Apr 2024, 8.56am
Closed areas: Finley Beach Campground Closed for track upgrade
Finley Beach Campground is closed from 1 February to 30 April while the access road is being upgraded.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Mon 30 Oct 2023, 2.08pm. Last reviewed: Mon 22 Apr 2024, 8.01am
Closed areas: Murray Valley National Park - Moira South Campgrounds CLOSED
Some Moira South Campgrounds in the Murray Valley National Park have been closed to camping. Areas closed have been sign-posted. Alternative Campgrounds are available nearby.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office.
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Applies from Fri 18 Aug 2023, 1.34pm to Fri 26 Apr 2024, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 16 Apr 2024, 9.49am
Closed areas: Campgrounds closed due to recent flood damage
The following campgrounds will be CLOSED until further notice, due to flood damage.
If you are unsure of where these campgrounds are, please refer to the campground maps provided when booking online.
- Benerembah - All campgrounds
- Cuba South - All campgrounds
- MIA 1 - Catfish Corner (eroded bank)
- Uri - All campgrounds
Flood damage includes, eroded river banks, washouts and sinkholes making it hard to access the campgrounds and unsafe to camp.
These areas will re-open as soon as they are safe. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
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Applies from Mon 22 Apr 2024, 8.00am to Fri 3 May 2024, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Thu 18 Apr 2024, 10.46am
Closed parks: Notice of 1080 aerial baiting operation
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an aerial baiting program in Lachlan Valley NP (Hunthawang Precinct) from Monday 22 April 2024 to Friday 3 May 2024. Hunthawang Precinct will be closed for this operation. The operation will involve the use of meat baits and meat bait products containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes.
The program is designed to minimise the impact of foxes on wildlife and on neighbouring stock.
All baiting locations will be identified by signs. Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW National Parks and Reserves. Pets and working dogs may be affected (1080 is lethal to cats and dogs). Pets and working dogs must be restrained or muzzled in the vicinity and must not enter the baiting locations. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. Please contact the local NPWS area office for more information 02 6966 8100.
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Applies from Tue 2 Apr 2024, 3.44pm to Sat 4 May 2024, 3.48pm. Last reviewed: Wed 17 Apr 2024, 6.59pm
Other planned events: Notice of Aerial Baiting using Poison 1080 to control foxes and wild dogs.
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an aerial baiting program in this park from Monday 22 April to Friday 3 May 2024.
The operation will involve the use of meat baits containing Poison1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes, and wild dogs.
The program is designed to minimise the impact of foxes on wildlife, especially after the 2019-2020 bushfires, and to minimise the impact of foxes and wild dogs on neighbouring stock.
All baiting locations will be identified by signs. Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW national parks and reserves. Pets and working dogs may be affected (1080 is lethal to cats and dogs). Pets and working dogs must be restrained or muzzled in the vicinity and must not enter the baiting locations. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
For more information call the NPWS Central West Area office at Dubbo on 02 6841 7100.
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Applies from Sun 17 Mar 2024, 6.17pm to Tue 17 Sep 2024, 6.18pm. Last reviewed: Fri 19 Apr 2024, 1.54pm
Other planned events: Ongoing Poison 1080 ground baiting program - controlling fox impacts for Biosecurity values.
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a ground baiting program using Canid Pest Ejectors (CPE) that contain 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes.
The program will be ongoing between 17 March 2024 and 17 September 2024 along management trails in Tollingo Nature Reserve and Woggoon Nature Reserve.
Readily identifiable 1080 poison signs have been positioned at trail entry points or trail junctions throughout the reserve.
Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW national parks and reserves. Pets and working dogs may be affected (1080 is lethal to cats and dogs). Pets and working dogs should be restrained or muzzled in the vicinity and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information please call the NPWS Bathurst area office on 02 6332 7640.
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Applies from Tue 26 Sep 2023, 12.56pm. Last reviewed: Tue 12 Mar 2024, 4.04pm
Closed areas: Woolpress Bend campgrounds closed
Woolpress Bend campgrounds are closed due to flood damage to access roads.
This closure will be in effect for several more months. For more information contact the local park office.
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Applies from Fri 3 Nov 2023, 1.07pm. Last reviewed: Sat 9 Mar 2024, 11.24am
Closed areas: Murray Valley National Park - Whymoul - campgrounds closed
As a safety precaution the Whymoul precinct campgrounds in the Murray Valley National Park are closed due to recent wet weather and flooding.
Remember, it’s never safe to drive, ride or walk through flood waters, so you’ll need to reschedule your visit and avoid travel through areas in this park. Check Live Traffic NSW for up-to-date information about road closures. For assistance during severe weather visit the NSW SES website. In life-threatening situations call emergency services on Triple Zero (000).
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Griffith park office on 02 6966 8100.
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Applies from Wed 14 Feb 2024, 8.00am to Tue 13 Aug 2024, 7.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 9 Feb 2024, 5.01pm
Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 program in Oolambeyan NP
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program from 14 February 2024 to 13 August 2024. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of feral foxes.
The program will take place in Oolambeyan National Park.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise impact of foxes on neighbouring stock.
Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location. Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW National Parks managed lands. Pets and working dogs may be affected (1080 is lethal to cats and dogs). Pets and working dogs must be restrained or muzzled in the vicinity and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
Please contact the local Griffith NPWS area office for more information on (02) 6966 8100.
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Applies from Thu 1 Feb 2024, 9.33am to Tue 30 Apr 2024, 9.34am. Last reviewed: Mon 8 Apr 2024, 9.14am
Closed areas: Thornley Area closed
Thornley Campgrounds remain closed from Thursday 1 February to Tuesday 30 April 2024 while the roads are being upgraded.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Thu 30 Nov 2023, 12.38pm. Last reviewed: Mon 22 Apr 2024, 9.11am
Closed areas: Murray Valley Regional Park - Deniliquin Campgrounds
The following areas are still closed due to previous flood impacts in areas:
* Kira / Leaves Campground
* Pana / Ring-tailed Possum Campground
* Deniliquin mountain bike trails
Willoughby's Beach Campground remains OPEN.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office.
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Applies from Fri 11 Nov 2022, 11.59am to Wed 31 Jul 2024, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Tue 16 Apr 2024, 9.48am
Closed parks: Willandra National Park closed
Willandra National Park will be CLOSED until further notice, whilst staff undertake damage assessments and repair works.
In the interest of visitor safety, we will need to keep the park CLOSED until repairs have been completed and the park is deemed safe to re-open.
This closure includes roofed accommodation, campgrounds and all park roads. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
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Applies from Thu 14 Dec 2023, 3.01pm. Last reviewed: Mon 25 Mar 2024, 8.59am
Safety alerts: Blue-Green Algae Advice
There is currently an AMBER alert for potentially toxic blue-green algae on Yanga Lake. At amber alert levels blue-green algae may be multiplying in numbers. The water may have a green tinge and musty or organic odour. The water should be considered as unsuitable for potable use and alternative supplies or prior treatment of raw water for domestic purposes should be considered. The water may also be unsuitable for stock watering. The water remains suitable for recreational use, however algal concentrations can change rapidly. Water users should use caution and avoid water where signs of blue-green algae present. For more information visit the Water NSW website https://www.waternsw.com.au/water-services/water-quality/algae-alerts
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Applies from Wed 7 Jul 2021, 11.36am. Last reviewed: Mon 15 Apr 2024, 9.45am
Closed areas: Lookouts closed on Jacks Creek walking track
Walking track upgrade work at Jacks Creek has been completed, and the walking track has reopened to visitors. Lookouts remain closed due to dangerous cliff edges. Please stay on the formed walking track and obey all signs.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the Griffith NPWS office on (02) 6966 8100.
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Applies from Wed 6 Jan 2021, 12.37pm. Last reviewed: Tue 2 Apr 2024, 8.07am
Other incidents: Visitation restrictions
There are a number of restrictions on visitation and access by the general public to Yathong, Nombinnie and Round Hill Nature Reserves and Nombinnie State Conservation Area.
- These reserves are not available for overnight camping or hiking. Visitation is restricted to day visits only.
- Vehicle access is restricted to the public roads passing through or adjoining the reserves. Management trails are closed to vehicles. However you are welcome to walk on the trails.
- Bird watchers are welcome to walk into the reserves and along management trails. However take care to make sure you can navigate back to your car - it is easy to get disorientated in mallee country.
- Trips to Round Hill Nature Reserve by bird watching clubs can be done by prior arrangement.
- There are a number of scientific research programs happening in the reserves and visitors should not disturb any field equipment if they come across it.
- The reserves are closed periodically to allow management programs to be undertaken. Please check the website for closures prior to visits.
For further information contact the NPWS Central West area, Bathurst office on 02 6332 7640.
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