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Applies from Mon 11 Dec 2023, 11.45am. Last reviewed: Thu 16 May 2024, 12.15pm
Closed areas: Darling River campground is closed from campsite 30 to 34.
Darling River campground, on River Drive, is closed from campsite 30 to 34 for maintenance. Please do not drive past the barriers. For further information please contact the Broken Hill NPWS office on 08 8084 2880.
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Applies from Mon 10 Jan 2022, 1.16pm. Last reviewed: Thu 16 May 2024, 12.15pm
Closed areas: Emu Lake Drive closed indefinitely for maintenance
Emu Lake Drive is a small road connecting Woolshed Drive to Tandou Road within Kinchega NP and it remains closed indefinitely due to ongoing maintenance.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information please contact the NPWS Broken Hill office on 08 8084 2880.
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Applies from Thu 16 May 2024, 9.41am. Last reviewed: Thu 16 May 2024, 9.44am
Closed areas: Coach and Horses campground is closed due to rain.
Coach and Horses campground is closed due to rain. When the access road from Wilcannia to Bourke opens up the campground will be accessible again. For further information please contact the Broken Hill National Parks and Wildlife office on 08 8084 2880.
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Applies from Mon 5 Feb 2024, 11.04am. Last reviewed: Wed 15 May 2024, 2.25pm
Closed parks: Park Closed due to water road and slippery surfaces
Narriearra Caryapundy Swamp National Park is currently closed due to water over the road and slippery surfaces.
- Roads are likely to be cut off and there is a high risk of flash flooding
- These areas will re-open as soon as they are safe.
This alert will be updated when conditions change.
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 local Tibooburra NPWS Office on 0880 913 308
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Applies from Fri 3 May 2024, 11.07am. Last reviewed: Mon 13 May 2024, 12.28pm
Closed areas: Access Silver City Highway via 2WD and via Waterbag Road is 4WD
Access via Silver City Highway is 2WD and via Waterbag Road is 4WD. White Cliffs access to Mutawintji National Park remains closed. For further details please contact the Broken Hill National Park office on 08 8084 2880.
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Applies from Thu 25 Sep 2014, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 6 May 2024, 3.46pm
Fire bans: Park fire ban
There is a 'no solid fuel fire policy' in this park all year round. This park fire ban will remain in effect unless otherwise extended or removed. During park fire ban periods, all campfire and solid fuel (wood, heat beads, charcoal, briquettes, hexamite) 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)
If a Total Fire Ban is in place, please contact the local park office before using a gas and/or electric barbecue or cooker. Penalties apply for non-compliance. To find out more about fire bans in parks and reserves, including your responsibilities, visit NSW National Parks safety page.
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Applies from Mon 13 May 2024, 6.00am to Fri 17 May 2024, 6.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 24 Apr 2024, 10.36am
Closed areas: Areas Closed for gound pest control operation
The following areas on the Dunes Scenic Drive (Road to Cameron Corner) are closed from dusk to dawn for a night ground pest control operation:
- Talpero Lookout
- The day use shelter at the NSW/South Australian border
These areas will be closed from the 13th May 2024 to 17th May 2024.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, The Tibooburra NPWS office on 0880 913 3308
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Applies from Mon 4 Dec 2023, 2.40pm. Last reviewed: Wed 13 Mar 2024, 10.00am
Fire bans: Solid fuel fire ban for Sturt National Park
There is a 'no solid fuel fire policy' in this park all year round. This park fire ban will remain in effect unless otherwise extended or removed. During park fire ban periods, all campfire and solid fuel (wood, heat beads, charcoal, briquettes, hexamite) 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)
If a Total Fire Ban is in place, different rules apply. Contact the local park office before bringing a gas or electric barbecue or cooker.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. 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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