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Last reviewed: Wed 17 April 2024, 6.59pm
Applies from Mon 8 Jan 2024, 8.49am.
Last reviewed: Fri 12 Apr 2024, 10.52am.
Closed areas: Areas Closed due to water over the road and slippery surfaces
The following areas are closed due to water over the road and slippery surfaces
- Middle Road East (road between Olive Downs campground to Toona Gate Road)
- Jump Up Loop Road
Middle Road West (road between Toona Gate Road and Cameron Corner Road) is open to 4WD vehicles)
Roads will be reopened when the roads are dry and safe to drive on
This alert will be updated when conditions change.
Check Live Traffic NSW for up-to-date information about road closures. For more information contact the Tibooburra NPWS office on 0880913308
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Applies from Mon 5 Feb 2024, 11.04am.
Last reviewed: Wed 10 Apr 2024, 8.48am.
Closed parks: Park Closed due to damaged roads and Transport NSW road closures
Narriearra Caryapundy Swamp National Park is currently closed due to heavy rainfall causing damaged roads and Transport NSW road closures
- Many creek crossings & roads are closed and impassable due to severe rainfall causing dangerous conditions.
- 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 Mon 8 Apr 2024, 11.40am
to Fri 26 Apr 2024, 11.41am.
Last reviewed: Mon 8 Apr 2024, 11.43am.
Closed areas: Area closed - road maintenance
Some parts of this park are closed from 08/04/2024 to 26/04/2024 while Maintenance grading is being conducted to road The closed areas are:
- warrego floodpain drive
Warrego floodplain picnic area and lookout
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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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 Fri 6 Oct 2023, 5.14pm.
Last reviewed: Tue 19 Mar 2024, 10.34am.
Other planned events: BBQ's not available at Coach and Horses campground
We advise that the free push button gas BBQ's at Coach and Horses campground are currently being refurbished and are receiving an upgrade. The BBQs will be re-instated as soon as possible. We apologise for any inconvenience while this maintenance is being carried out. Thank you for your patience as we improve park facilities in Paroo-Darling National Park. For further information please contact the Broken Hill National Parks office on 08 8084 2880.
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Applies from Mon 11 Dec 2023, 11.45am.
Last reviewed: Mon 18 Mar 2024, 2.52pm.
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 Thu 25 Sep 2014, 10.00am.
Last reviewed: Mon 5 Feb 2024, 12.12pm.
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 10 Jan 2022, 1.16pm.
Last reviewed: Mon 22 Jan 2024, 9.36am.
Closed areas: Emu Lake Drive closed indefinitely for maintenance
Emu Lake Drive is a small road 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 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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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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