Current alerts in this area
Last reviewed: Thu 5 December 2019, 12.43pm
Applies from Thu 28 Nov 2019, 12.34pm.
Last reviewed: Thu 5 Dec 2019, 12.43pm.
Fire bans: Park fire ban - Tweed-Byron and Richmond River areas
A park fire ban is in place in this park and remains in effect unless otherwise extended or removed. During park fire ban periods, all campfire and solid fuel (wood, heat beads, charcoal, briquettes, hexamine) 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.
Applies from Thu 8 Feb 2018, 8.42am.
Last reviewed: Thu 8 Mar 2018, 11.28am.
Safety alerts: Limited access to Peacock Creek campground
The access roads through Richmond Range State Forest to Richmond Range National Park are currently in very poor condition because of overgrowth and roadway erosion. Therefore, access to Peacock Creek campground from Sextonville Road, Iron Pot Creek Road and Peacock Creek Road is unsuitable for 2WD and 4WD vehicles. Visitors can access Peacock Creek campground from Bruxner Highway along Richmond Range Road and Cambridge Plateau Forest Drive.
For further information please contact the NPWS Kyogle office on (02) 6632 0000.
Nearby alerts
Applies from Fri 8 Nov 2019, 3.05pm. Last reviewed: Tue 10 Dec 2019, 12.08am
Fires - Advice: Myall Creek Rd
There is a fire in this park called Myall Creek Rd. Refer to the Rural Fire Service for latest information.
Do not enter any closed area or area with fire. If you see an unattended fire call Triple Zero (000). Penalties apply for non-compliance.
For more information about fire safety in parks and reserves, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Fri 8 Nov 2019, 1.29am. Last reviewed: Mon 9 Dec 2019, 10.21pm
Fires - Advice: MT Nardi Np, continuation 2
There is a fire in this park called MT Nardi Np, continuation 2. Refer to the Rural Fire Service for latest information.
Do not enter any closed area or area with fire. If you see an unattended fire call Triple Zero (000). Penalties apply for non-compliance.
For more information about fire safety in parks and reserves, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Wed 4 Dec 2019, 10.22am. Last reviewed: Mon 9 Dec 2019, 10.16pm
Fires - Advice: Bangala Creek
There is a fire in this park called Bangala Creek. Refer to the Rural Fire Service for latest information.
Do not enter any closed area or area with fire. If you see an unattended fire call Triple Zero (000). Penalties apply for non-compliance.
For more information about fire safety in parks and reserves, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Fri 8 Nov 2019, 2.17pm. Last reviewed: Mon 9 Dec 2019, 7.02pm
Fires - Advice: Border Trail, Woodenbong
There is a fire in this park called Border Trail, Woodenbong. Refer to the Rural Fire Service for latest information.
Do not enter any closed area or area with fire. If you see an unattended fire call Triple Zero (000). Penalties apply for non-compliance.
For more information about fire safety in parks and reserves, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Fri 6 Dec 2019, 6.59pm to Mon 6 Jan 2020, 6.57pm. Last reviewed: Mon 9 Dec 2019, 8.51am
Closed parks: Bandahngan Aboriginal Area closed due to bushfire
This park is closed due to bushfire. Do not enter the park. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
This fire is called Blue Gum Rd Fire. For more information, contact the local NPWS office or visit the Rural Fire Service website.
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Applies from Tue 12 Nov 2019, 12.25pm to Sun 29 Mar 2020, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 6 Dec 2019, 2.04pm
Closed parks: Park closed due to bushfires
This park is closed due to bushfire activity until Sunday 29 March 2020, unless otherwise updated. Do not enter the park as it is unsafe to do so. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
Continue to check this website for alerts and updates.
Affects 4 parks nearby. Show list
Applies from Thu 5 Dec 2019, 12.03pm. Last reviewed: Thu 5 Dec 2019, 12.03pm
Closed areas: Historic Nightcap track and Pholis track closed
Some walking tracks, including Historic Nightcap track and Pholis Gap track, are closed due to the impact of recent fires within Nightcap National Park.
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Applies from Sat 30 Nov 2019, 5.25pm. Last reviewed: Wed 4 Dec 2019, 1.50am
Fires - Advice: Murray Scrub Rd, Toonumbar
There is a fire in this park called Murray Scrub Rd, Toonumbar. Refer to the Rural Fire Service for latest information.
Do not enter any closed area or area with fire. If you see an unattended fire call Triple Zero (000). Penalties apply for non-compliance.
For more information about fire safety in parks and reserves, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Thu 28 Nov 2019, 12.26pm to Fri 20 Dec 2019, 12.22pm. Last reviewed: Thu 28 Nov 2019, 3.57pm
Closed parks: Park closed due to bushfires
This park is closed due to bushfire. Do not enter the park. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please call 1300 072 757 or visit the Rural Fire Service website.
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Applies from Thu 28 Nov 2019, 12.34pm. Last reviewed: Thu 5 Dec 2019, 12.43pm
Fire bans: Park fire ban - Tweed-Byron and Richmond River areas
A park fire ban is in place in this park and remains in effect unless otherwise extended or removed. During park fire ban periods, all campfire and solid fuel (wood, heat beads, charcoal, briquettes, hexamine) 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 Fri 18 Jan 2019, 2.27pm. Last reviewed: Fri 18 Jan 2019, 2.49pm
Closed parks: Yabbra National Park closed
This park is closed due to bushfire and dangerous fire weather conditions, unless the closure is otherwise extended or removed.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information please contact the NPWS Kyogle area office on 02 6632 0000 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Thu 8 Feb 2018, 8.42am. Last reviewed: Thu 8 Mar 2018, 11.28am
Safety alerts: Limited access to Peacock Creek campground
The access roads through Richmond Range State Forest to Richmond Range National Park are currently in very poor condition because of overgrowth and roadway erosion. Therefore, access to Peacock Creek campground from Sextonville Road, Iron Pot Creek Road and Peacock Creek Road is unsuitable for 2WD and 4WD vehicles. Visitors can access Peacock Creek campground from Bruxner Highway along Richmond Range Road and Cambridge Plateau Forest Drive.
For further information please contact the NPWS Kyogle office on (02) 6632 0000.
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Applies from Thu 28 Apr 2016, 1.33pm. Last reviewed: Tue 31 May 2016, 10.12am
Closed areas: Mt Clunie Road closed until further notice
Mt Clunie road is closed until further notice due to a collapsed bridge. There is a locked gate and access is restricted.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Kyogle area office on (02) 6632 0000 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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