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Last reviewed: Fri 19 April 2024, 4.10pm
Applies from Fri 19 Apr 2024, 4.06pm
to Wed 24 Apr 2024, 4.06pm.
Last reviewed: Fri 19 Apr 2024, 4.10pm.
Closed areas: Area Closed - Slaughteryards HR
There is a planned Hazard Reduction burn in this park from 20/04/2024. The fire is called Slaughteryards HR. The Hume and Hovel Walking track is closed between the Burrinjuck Rd and Slaughteryards Trail/Waterview Rd for the duration of this operation.
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 11 Apr 2024, 8.00am.
Last reviewed: Fri 19 Apr 2024, 10.19am.
Hazard reduction burns: Ridge Trail HR
There is a planned Hazard Reduction burn in this park from 11/04/2024. The fire is called Ridge Trail 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 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 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 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 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 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 11 Apr 2024, 3.58pm
to Fri 26 Apr 2024, 3.59pm.
Last reviewed: Fri 19 Apr 2024, 11.30am.
Closed areas: Burrandana Access to Livingstone NP closed for road works
Grass tree trail between Burrandana Rd and Livingstone State Conservation Area will be closed for roadworks until the 26th of until April 2024.
Livingstone NP and Livingstone SCA can only be accessed from the Northern entry via Wrigleys Rd during this time.
For more information, contact Tumut NPWS on (02) 6947 7000
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Applies from Mon 8 Apr 2024, 4.36pm.
Last reviewed: Tue 9 Apr 2024, 11.59am.
Safety alerts: Bridge Closed - Millewa River Road
Millewa River Road is CLOSED from the entrance at Millewa Road intersection to Clay Island Road intersection due to "Black & White" Bridge being unsafe for vehicles.
A detour is in place to direct traffic along Fisherman's Bend road to the east for access to the Murray Valley National Park and the Murray River.
Please follow signage as penalties do apply.
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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: Fri 5 Apr 2024, 4.43pm.
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 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 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 Fri 8 Mar 2024, 4.13pm
to Fri 17 May 2024, 4.15pm.
Last reviewed: Sun 14 Apr 2024, 6.13pm.
Closed areas: Western end of Tin Mines Trail closed for roadworks Woomargama National Park
The western end of the Tin Mines 4wd track (Ferndale boundary through to Tin Mines campsite) will be closed for up to 3 months to allow substantial roads works to be completed. Heavy machinery will be undertaking remedial works and spreading road base to provide a stable track for future management and visitor use. The track will be open to walkers and bicycles on weekends and public holidays during this period unless otherwise notified.
Road closure signage will be placed at each end of the closure.
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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 Wed 17 Jan 2024, 9.36am
to Sun 30 Jun 2024, 9.37am.
Last reviewed: Fri 22 Mar 2024, 9.12am.
Safety alerts: Toupna Crossing Road - Murphy's Crossing Bridge OUT - Millewa precinct - Murray Valley National Park
The bridge at Murphy's Crossing on Toupna Crossing Rd in the Millewa precinct is CLOSED. There is a detour in place, please obey signage.
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Applies from Thu 30 Nov 2023, 12.38pm.
Last reviewed: Fri 12 Apr 2024, 9.34am.
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 23 Aug 2023, 1.45pm
to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 1.47pm.
Last reviewed: Wed 28 Feb 2024, 1.54pm.
Safety alerts: Potential for Unexploded Ordinances in Livingstone National Park
There is a Substantial risk of unexploded ordinances (UXO) within Livingstone National Park.
There is signage erected at all entrances to the risk area.
If you are driving, bushwalking or mountain biking in the area, you must keep to the formed trails within the UXO risk area. No camping or digging of any kind is permitted within the risk area.
For more information, contact the NPWS Tumut area office on 02 6947 7000.
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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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