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Applies from Tue 29 Nov 2022, 11.17am to Tue 6 Dec 2022, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 29 Nov 2022, 11.54am
Safety alerts: Awaba Bay section of Lake Macquarie State Conservation Area
The area east of The Ridgeway between Bolton Point and Marmong Point at Awaba Bay Lake Macquarie State Conservation Area has been assessed after the Hazard Reduction burn, please be aware of tree hazards in and around the area.
For more information, contact the local NPWS office (02) 4946 4100
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Applies from Tue 29 Nov 2022, 10.54am to Mon 12 Dec 2022, 11.13am. Last reviewed: Tue 29 Nov 2022, 11.13am
Safety alerts: Tingira Heights Nature Reserve
Roadworks will be occurring on all Fire trails in Tingira Heights Nature Reserve from Tuesday 29 November to Tuesday 12 December 2022. Signage will be in place
For more information, contact the NPWS Lower Hunter Area office (02) 4946 4100
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Applies from Fri 25 Nov 2022, 9.02am to Fri 9 Dec 2022, 9.03am. Last reviewed: Fri 25 Nov 2022, 9.05am
Closed areas: Wybung Road closed for essential maintenance works
Wybung Road is closed for essential maintenance works.
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Applies from Wed 16 Nov 2022, 11.37am to Wed 11 Jan 2023, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 16 Nov 2022, 12.14pm
Safety alerts: 1080 Ground Baiting Program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting ground baiting programs in Tomago Wetlands and Hexham Swamp in Hunter Wetlands National Park from Wednesday 16 November to Wednesday 11 January 2023.
The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes.
The program will reduce the impacts of foxes on wildlife and threatened species in the park.
Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location. Domestic pets including dogs, are not permitted in NSW National Parks managed lands. 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) baits are lethal to domestic dogs and cats. In the event of accidental poisoning, seek immediate veterinary assistance.
Do not remove or tamper with signs or baits or ejector devices if located, some baits may be buried. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
Please contact the local Lower Hunter NPWS area office for more information on 4946 4100 or 1300 072 757 after hours.
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Applies from Sat 1 Oct 2022, 10.25am. Last reviewed: Tue 15 Nov 2022, 12.42pm
Safety alerts: Worimi Conservation Lands - Drive with care
Due to current conditions, please drive with caution on Worimi Conservation Lands between Gan Gan entry/exit and Lavis Lane entry/exit along the beach front at high tide.
Please note:
- Look out for soft sand, erosion, wash outs and drop-offs
- For safety, avoid driving through sea water or large pools of water. Driving conditions can change rapidly. Several vehicles on this beach have ended up in the ocean or swamped by water
- If in doubt turn around and back track on the route you’ve driven to exit the park
- Check tides, forecast conditions and warnings before arriving, and if in doubt save your visit for another day
- Do not drive over the frontal dune or any vegetation. Fines apply
NPWS staff will monitor conditions.
For more information contact the NPWS Nelson Bay area office on 02 4984 8200, 8.30am to 4.30pm, Monday to Friday, excluding public holidays.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Fri 4 Nov 2022, 2.38pm to Tue 28 Feb 2023, 2.43pm. Last reviewed: Thu 10 Nov 2022, 4.16pm
Closed areas: Brunkerville trail closed due to flooding
Brunkerville trail is closed due to severe 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 Lower Hunter Area office 02 4946 4100.
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Applies from Mon 7 Nov 2022, 3.08pm. Last reviewed: Thu 1 Dec 2022, 8.22am
Closed areas: Timber Beach Walking Track closed due to flood damage
The Timber Beach walking track is closed until further notice. The track is impassable due to recent severe storm damage causing hazardous conditions. For visitor safety this track is currently closed to the public. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information, please contact the local NPWS office on 49729000
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Applies from Fri 4 Jan 2019, 1.28pm to Fri 30 Dec 2022, 1.38pm. Last reviewed: Tue 29 Nov 2022, 8.09am
Closed areas: Morisset picnic area closed
The Morisset section of Lake Macquarie State Conservation Area is closed from Thursday 20 December 2019. There is now no public access to the following areas:
- The Morisset Hospital site
- Lake Macquarie State Conservation Area foreshore
- Morisset picnic area.
Alternative picnic areas are located in the Lake Macquarie Council area in and around the Morisset and Bonnells Bay foreshores. There is no public access to view the kangaroos that frequent the hospital site. Members of the public can contact the hospital administrative office on 02 4973 0222.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Lake Munmorah area office on 02 4972 9000 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Fri 7 Oct 2022, 9.18am to Fri 23 Dec 2022, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 8 Nov 2022, 10.06am
Safety alerts: 1080 ground baiting
From Tuesday 11 October to Friday 23 December 2022, NSW National Parks is doing 1080 ground baiting of foxes in Hunter Wetlands National Park on Ash Island. The program will reduce the impacts of foxes on wildlife and threatened species in the park.
There will 1080 baiting signs at the entrance to baiting areas. Don't touch baits or ejector devices. Some baits may be buried. Penalties apply for non-compliance. Domestic pets, including dogs, are not permitted in national parks or reserves. 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) baits are lethal to domestic dogs and cats. In the event of accidental poisoning, seek immediate veterinary assistance.
For more information, contact the Lower Hunter area office on 02 4946 4100 or 1300 072 757 after hours.
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Applies from Thu 6 Oct 2022, 1.29pm. Last reviewed: Mon 7 Nov 2022, 10.31am
Closed areas: Moonee Beach access trail closure
The South Moonee beach access trail located at the northern end of the Moonee Beach fire trail will be closed indefinitely due to cultural heritage sensitivity.
Alternate access to the beach is provided via Moonee Beach Trail, or, Hooey Street Catherine Hill Bay.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 4972 9000.
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Applies from Fri 15 Jul 2022, 12.52pm. Last reviewed: Wed 30 Nov 2022, 9.22am
Closed areas: Frazer Beach to Frazer campground access closed
The access track from the northern end of Frazer Beach to Frazer campground is currently closed due to damage caused in a recent flood event. Alternate access to Frazer Beach is available.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office.
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Applies from Wed 3 Aug 2022, 12.57pm. Last reviewed: Mon 14 Nov 2022, 9.40am
Safety alerts: Rock fishing safety
Rock fishing is a popular activity for many national park visitors and your safety whilst fishing is important. Parts of the NSW Central Coast are a declared high risk area due to large swells and hazardous surf conditions. In these high risk areas under the NSW Rock Fishing Safety Act 2016, you are required by law to wear an appropriate life jacket. This includes children and anyone helping you fish. This is regulated by NSW Fisheries and poses an on the spot $100 fine if non-compliant.
Before rock fishing you should always:
Stay safe, always watch the local conditions, never turn your back on the ocean and never fish alone.
If you’re in doubt don’t go out.
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Applies from Wed 3 Aug 2022, 10.43am. Last reviewed: Mon 14 Nov 2022, 9.39am
Safety alerts: Rock fishing safety
Rock fishing is a popular activity for many national park visitors and your safety whilst fishing is important. Parts of the NSW Central Coast are a declared high risk area due to large swells and hazardous surf conditions. In these high risk areas under the NSW Rock Fishing Safety Act 2016, you are required by law to wear an appropriate life jacket. This includes children and anyone helping you fish. This is regulated by NSW Fisheries and poses an on the spot $100 fine if non-compliant.
Before rock fishing you should always:
Stay safe, always watch the local conditions, never turn your back on the ocean and never fish alone.
If you’re in doubt don’t go out.
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Applies from Tue 7 Oct 2014, 1.53pm. Last reviewed: Thu 28 Apr 2022, 3.34pm
Closed areas: Parts of Sugarloaf State Conservation Area closed
Parts of Sugarloaf State Conservation Area are closed for approved underground mining operations. The affected areas (see map) have been closed to protect visitor safety, because they're subject to subsidence and remediation activities from the mining operations.
Great North walk remains open. An update will be provided should this situation change.
If you're visiting the park, please be aware of subsidence and pollution incidents that took place in 2013, which were greater than what was expected from normal mining operations. These included a cliff fall in the north, and a subsidence and grout leak incident in the central part of Sugarloaf State Conservation Area.
If you're planning to visit the park during this time, please stay on formed tracks and trails and observe all barriers, warning signs and safety messages. Areas subject to possible cliff fall or subsidence in both areas of the park are clearly marked.
For more information, call the NPWS Lower Hunter area office on 02 4946 4100. NSW National Parks safety page.
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