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Big Bush Nature Reserve

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Applies from Sat 20 Apr 2024, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 26 Apr 2024, 4.51pm

Hazard reduction burns: Slaughteryards HR

There is a planned Hazard Reduction burn in this park from 20/04/2024. The fire is called Slaughteryards HR. Refer to the Rural Fire Service for latest information. Do not enter any closed area or area with fire. If you see an unattended fire call Triple Zero (000). Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information about fire safety in parks and reserves, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page for park safety guidelines.

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Applies from Thu 18 Apr 2024, 8.00am to Fri 10 May 2024, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 25 Apr 2024, 9.35am

Other planned events: Cuba North Roadworks - Expect Delays

Roadworks wills be underway within the Cuba North precinct. 

Expect delays until the Friday 10 May 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 Mon 22 Apr 2024, 8.00am to Mon 22 Jul 2024, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 26 Apr 2024, 9.32am

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 Tue 16 Apr 2024, 12.43pm to Fri 29 Nov 2024, 12.45pm. Last reviewed: Tue 16 Apr 2024, 12.49pm

Fire bans: Park Fire Ban - The Rock NR - Kengal Aboriginal Place

A park fire ban is in place in this park and remains in effect unless otherwise extended or removed. During park fire ban periods, all campfire and solid fuel (wood, heat beads, charcoal, briquettes, hexamine) barbecues and stoves are prohibited. Gas and electric barbecues and cookers are permitted as long as:

  • They're under direct control of an adult
  • The ground within 2m of the barbecue is cleared of all flammable materials
  • There's an adequate supply of water (minimum of a bucket)

There are Gas BBQs provided at the Rock NR.

For more information, contact Tumut NPWS on (02) 6947 7000.

or
For more information about fire bans in parks and reserves including your responsibilities, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page.

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Applies from Fri 18 Aug 2023, 1.34pm to Fri 26 Jul 2024, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 25 Apr 2024, 8.37am

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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