Current alerts in this area
Last reviewed: Tue 13 July 2021, 3.17pm
Applies from Fri 10 Feb 2017, 12.00am.
Last reviewed: Tue 13 Jul 2021, 3.17pm.
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, 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.
Nearby alerts
Applies from Tue 3 Aug 2021, 4.15pm to Sat 14 Aug 2021, 3.46pm. Last reviewed: Wed 4 Aug 2021, 10.31am
Closed areas: Peery Lake picnic area closed for pest control program
Peery Lake picnic area is closed from Monday 9 August until Friday 13 August 2021 for ground pest control operation.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Broken Hill office on 08 8084 2880.
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Applies from Fri 5 Mar 2021, 2.37pm. Last reviewed: Tue 13 Jul 2021, 3.21pm
Safety alerts: Sealing of the Silver City Highway north of Tibooburra
The Roads and Maritime Service has begun sealing the section of the Silver City Highway north of Tibooburra. Be aware of tankers carting water from dams on Sturt National Park, and expect to see water tankers on the road from Olive Downs out to the Silver City Highway, and on the Jump Up Loop Road south of Mount King. For further information call the Tibooburra NPWS office on 08 8091 3308.
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Applies from Fri 10 Feb 2017, 12.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 13 Jul 2021, 3.17pm
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, 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 Thu 25 Sep 2014, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 13 Jul 2021, 3.12pm
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 Thu 29 Apr 2021, 9.22am. Last reviewed: Thu 3 Jun 2021, 11.23am
Closed areas: Road closed due to flood damage
The western section of Middle Road between Toona Gate Road and Cameron Corner Road is closed indefinitely due to flood damage.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the Tibooburra area office on 08 8091 3308.
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Applies from Mon 15 Mar 2021, 10.30am. Last reviewed: Mon 15 Mar 2021, 11.43am
Closed areas: Middle Road closed due to slippery surfaces
Middle road closed due to slippery surfaces due to wet weather.
For more information please contact the Tibooburra NPWS Office on 0880 9133308
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Applies from Mon 14 Dec 2020, 9.27am. Last reviewed: Thu 14 Jan 2021, 12.27pm
Closed parks: Narriearra Carrypundy Swamp National Park closed
Narriearra Carrypundy Swamp National Park is currently closed to the public.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please call the NPWS Tibooburra area office on 08 8091 3308.
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