Nearby alerts
Applies from Mon 10 Dec 2018, 5.12pm to Wed 12 Dec 2018, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 11 Dec 2018, 10.57am
Closed areas: Closed areas due to helicopter operations
Helicopter operations are happening along The Coast track, between Eagle Rock and Thelma Head, on Wednesday 12 December 2018 from 8.30am to 5pm.
The affected areas include:
- Curra Moors loop track
- Garie Beach picnic area
- North Era campground
- Sections of The Coast track between Eagle Rock and Thelma Head
All areas will remain open, but if you're visiting these locations please expect short delays. You'll be guided through the affected areas of the track by NPWS staff. Please follow their instructions.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, call the NPWS Royal National Park Visitor Centre on 02 9542 0648 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Wed 5 Dec 2018, 12.00pm to Tue 30 Apr 2019, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 5 Dec 2018, 4.21pm
Other planned events: Herbicide application - aquatic weeds
A weed spraying operation will be undertaken on the Hacking River in Audley NSW upstream of Audley weir to Jesey Springs. The operation is targeting Senegal tea and Ludwigia weeds with herbicides metsulfuron-methyl and glyphosate. Herbicide application for yellow water poppy will also be undertaken using flumioxazin. For further information on pesticide applications or general information about the program, please contact the NPWS Royal National Park area office on 02 9542 0632.
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Applies from Mon 10 Dec 2018, 6.00am to Sun 31 Mar 2019, 8.41am. Last reviewed: Wed 5 Dec 2018, 8.49am
Fire bans: South Coast Branch Park Fire Ban
A solid fuel fire ban is in place in this park from Monday 10 December, 2018 to Sunday 31 March, 2019, unless otherwise extended. 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. Find 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 Thu 15 Nov 2018, 11.07am to Fri 21 Dec 2018, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 23 Nov 2018, 9.30am
Closed areas: Mount Pleasant walking track
Mount Pleasant walking track at Mount Keira is closed to public access from Thursday 15 November to Friday 21 December 2018 due to construction work by Wollongong City Council. NPWS apologises for any inconvenience caused.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the Illawarra office on 02 4224 4188 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Wed 19 Sep 2018, 8.33am to Thu 31 Jan 2019, 8.51am. Last reviewed: Mon 12 Nov 2018, 1.11pm
Closed areas: Bonnie Vale campground
The Bonnie Vale picnic area precinct is OPEN.
The Bonnie Vale boat ramp is OPEN.
Bonnie Vale Campground is currently closed to allow for the remediation of asbestos containing material surfacing onsite. It will remain closed until further notice.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information please visit:
You can also visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Fri 26 Sep 2014, 8.43am. Last reviewed: Tue 8 Nov 2016, 9.29am
Closed areas: Areas closed due to rock falls
Some areas of this park are closed to public access due to rock fall hazards. Closed areas are:
- The northern section of the Mt Keira Ring track that extends west from the Mt Pleasant track to the stairs leading up to Queen Elizabeth Drive
- All areas above Mt Keira Ring track to Mt Keira summit, except for the Dave Walsh track and the rock-climbing area on the western face of Mt Keira.
For more information, please contact the NPWS Illawarra area office on (02) 4224 4188.
View a map of the affected area (PDF 130KB).
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Applies from Fri 26 Sep 2014, 8.25am. Last reviewed: Tue 8 Nov 2016, 9.30am
Closed areas: No public access to areas located within the Sydney Catchment Area
Some areas of this park are closed as they are located within a Water Catchment Special Area. These areas are closed to the public except with the consent of the Sydney Catchment Authority. Closed areas include the South Eastern section of the park, between the Southern Freeway and the Princes Highway. Penalties apply for non-compliance For more information, please contact NPWS Illawarra Area Office on (02) 4223 3000 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Fri 26 Sep 2014, 8.12am. Last reviewed: Tue 8 Nov 2016, 9.30am
Closed areas: No public access permitted. Reserve located entirely within Sydney Catchment Area
This park is entirely located within the Sydney Catchment Authority Special Area Zone. There is no public access. Penalties apply for non-compliance. Please contact the NPWS Illawarra area office for further information on (02) 4223 3000.
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Applies from Fri 1 May 2015, 4.12pm. Last reviewed: Thu 14 Jul 2016, 1.00pm
Safety alerts: Audley precinct in wet weather
Access across the Audley Weir may be closed due to river flooding during times of wet weather. During wet weather, NPWS advise park visitors to visit Live Traffic NSW to ascertain the status of the Weir crossing before commencing their travel to the park. During times of closure, access to Bundeena, Maianbar residential areas, Royal National Park Visitor Centre, including the Audley Dance hall and cafe, is via McKell Ave Waterfall.
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