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Darling River campground (Yapara Paaka Thuru)

Toorale National Park

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Current alerts in this area

Last reviewed: Fri 6 December 2024, 4.36pm

Applies from Fri 6 Dec 2024, 4.31pm to Mon 9 Dec 2024, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 6 Dec 2024, 4.36pm.

Closed parks: Park closed due to weather conditions

Toorale National Park & State Conservation Area will be closed due to rainfall and local road closures from Friday 6th December and will reopen Monday 9th at 10am. 

 

If there are further rainfalls over the weekend and extended road closures this may need to be extended. 

 

Please monitor the Bourke Shire Council Road Report for up to date information. 

Applies from Wed 23 Oct 2024, 1.00am to Mon 23 Dec 2024, 11.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 11 Nov 2024, 9.14am.

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 ground baiting program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting a ground baiting program in Toorale National park and State Conservation Area from Wednesday 23rd October 2024 to Monday 23rd December 2024.The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.

The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock. Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location.

Domestic pets are not permitted on NPWS estate. 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.

For further information please contact the NPWS Bourke Area office on (02) 6830 0200

Nearby alerts

Applies from Fri 6 Dec 2024, 4.31pm to Mon 9 Dec 2024, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 6 Dec 2024, 4.36pm

Closed parks: Park closed due to weather conditions

Toorale National Park & State Conservation Area will be closed due to rainfall and local road closures from Friday 6th December and will reopen Monday 9th at 10am. 

 

If there are further rainfalls over the weekend and extended road closures this may need to be extended. 

 

Please monitor the Bourke Shire Council Road Report for up to date information. 

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Applies from Fri 6 Dec 2024, 12.18pm to Mon 9 Dec 2024, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 6 Dec 2024, 12.23pm

Closed parks: Park closed due to weather conditions

Gundabooka National Park and State Conservation Area are closed due to the rain and Bourke Shire Council Road Closure.

 

The Park will be closed from Friday 6th until Monday 9th December 2024 if required this may need to be extended. 

 

If you have any questions please don't hesitate to contact the Bourke Office on 02 6830 0200.

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Applies from Mon 2 Dec 2024, 9.02am. Last reviewed: Mon 2 Dec 2024, 9.04am

Closed parks: Paroo-Darling National Park is closed due to rain.

Paroo-Darling National Park is closed due to rain.   This closure will be updated when road authority opens the unsealed access roads.

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Applies from Thu 25 Sep 2014, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 18 Nov 2024, 9.21am

Fire bans: Park fire ban for Paroo-Darling National Park

There is a 'no solid fuel fire policy' in Paroo-Darling National 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 Wed 18 Sep 2024, 10.44am to Wed 31 Dec 2025, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Thu 10 Oct 2024, 4.06pm

Closed parks: Cuttaburra National Park closed

This is a new national park. The park is currently closed while we are busy creating visitor experiences and we will open the park in 2026. Penalties apply for non-compliance For more information, please contact the NPWS Bourke office on (02) 6830 0200 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines. 

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Applies from Tue 29 Oct 2024, 1.00am to Sun 29 Dec 2024, 11.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 6 Dec 2024, 4.39pm

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 ground baiting program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting a ground baiting program in Brindingabba National Park from Tuesday 29th October 2024 to Sunday 29th December 2024. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.

The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock. Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location.

Domestic pets are not permitted on NPWS estate. 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.

For further information please contact the NPWS Bourke Area office on (02) 6830 0200

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Applies from Wed 23 Oct 2024, 1.00am to Mon 23 Dec 2024, 11.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 11 Nov 2024, 9.14am

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 ground baiting program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting a ground baiting program in Gundabooka National park and State Conservation Area from Wednesday 23rd October 2024 to Monday 23rd December 2024.The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.

The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock. Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location.

Domestic pets are not permitted on NPWS estate. 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.

For further information please contact the NPWS Bourke Area office on (02) 6830 0200

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Applies from Wed 23 Oct 2024, 1.00am to Mon 23 Dec 2024, 11.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 11 Nov 2024, 9.14am

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 ground baiting program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting a ground baiting program in Toorale National park and State Conservation Area from Wednesday 23rd October 2024 to Monday 23rd December 2024.The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.

The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock. Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location.

Domestic pets are not permitted on NPWS estate. 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.

For further information please contact the NPWS Bourke Area office on (02) 6830 0200

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Applies from Tue 5 Nov 2024, 1.00am to Sun 5 Jan 2025, 11.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 11 Nov 2024, 9.14am

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 ground baiting program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting a ground baiting program in Nocoleche Nature Reserve from Tuesday 5th November 2024 to Saturday 5th January 2025.The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.

The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock. Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location.

Domestic pets are not permitted on NPWS estate. 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.

For further information please contact the NPWS Bourke Area office on (02) 6830 0200

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Applies from Mon 21 Oct 2024, 1.00am to Sat 21 Dec 2024, 11.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 6 Dec 2024, 4.39pm

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 ground baiting program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting a ground baiting program in Culgoa National Park from Monday 21st October 2024 to Saturday 21st December 2024. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.

The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock. Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location.

Domestic pets are not permitted on NPWS estate. 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.

For further information please contact the NPWS Bourke Area office on (02) 6830 0200

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Applies from Fri 11 Oct 2024, 1.00am to Wed 11 Dec 2024, 11.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 6 Dec 2024, 4.39pm

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 ground baiting program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting a ground baiting program in Ledknapper Nature Reserve from the 11th October to 11th December The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.

The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock. Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location.

Domestic pets are not permitted on NPWS estate. 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.

For further information please contact the NPWS Bourke Area Office on 02 6830 0200.

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Local alerts

For the latest updates on fires, closures and other alerts in this area, see https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/camping-and-accommodation/campgrounds/darling-river-campground-yapara-paaka-thuru/local-alerts

Park info

  • in Toorale National Park in the Outback NSW region
  • Toorale National Park and SCA is always open, but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.

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Emergency services

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