Current alerts in this area
Last reviewed: Thu 24 September 2026, 10.18am
Applies from Sun 20 Sep 2026, 12.00am
to Mon 5 Oct 2026, 12.00am.
Last reviewed: Thu 24 Sep 2026, 10.18am.
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 aerial baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing aerial baiting program from Sunday 20 September 2026 to Monday 5 October 2026. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.
The program will take place in the following reserves:
- Booroolong NR
- Bulagaranda (Mt Yarrowyck) AA
- Cottan-Bimbang NP & SCA
- Curracabundi NP
- Indawarra NP
- Mummel Gulf NP & SCA
- Nowendoc NP
- Oxley Wild Rivers NP & SCA
- Single NP
- The Basin NR
- Tomalla NR
- Tuggolo Creek NR
- Werrikimbe NP & SCA
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise the impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock.
Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location. Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW National Parks managed lands. 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.
Please contact the local New England NPWS area office for more information on 02 6738 9100.
Nearby alerts
Applies from Wed 16 Sep 2026, 8.47am to Sat 3 Oct 2026, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 24 Sep 2026, 5.00pm
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 aerial baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing aerial baiting program from Monday 28th September 2026 to Saturday 3rd October 2026. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.
The program will take place in the following NPWS reserves throughout Hastings and Macleay Area, Coffs Coast Area and Richmond River Area:
• Bagul Waajaarr Nature Reserve
• Bindarri National Park
• Boonanghi Nature Reserve/State Conservation Area
• Carrai National Park/State Conservation Area
• Cascade National Park
• Cottan-Bimbang National Park
• Cunnawarra National Park
• Dorrigo National Park
• Jobs Mountain Nature Reserve
• Mount Hyland Nature Reserve/State Conservation Area
• Mount Seaview Nature Reserve
• New England National Park
• Ngambaa Nature Reserve
• Pee Dee Nature Reserve
• Richmond Range National Park
• Serpentine Aboriginal Area
• The Castles Nature Reserve
• The Cells State Conservation Area
• Werrikimbe National Park
• Willi Willi National Park
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise the impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock.
Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location. Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW National Parks managed lands. 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.
Please contact the North Coast Branch NPWS office for more information on 02 6650 7100.
Affects 7 parks nearby. Show list
Applies from Wed 23 Sep 2026, 12.00am to Sun 28 Feb 2027, 3.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 24 Sep 2026, 10.21am
Safety alerts: Fire ban - Riverside, Youdales & Green Gully track
A park fire ban is in place in for the following areas and remains in effect unless otherwise extended or removed.
- Riverside campground
- Youdales campground
- Green Gully track
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.
Affects 1 park and 3 locations nearby. Show list
Applies from Sun 20 Sep 2026, 12.00am to Mon 5 Oct 2026, 12.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 24 Sep 2026, 10.18am
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 aerial baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing aerial baiting program from Sunday 20 September 2026 to Monday 5 October 2026. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.
The program will take place in the following reserves:
- Booroolong NR
- Bulagaranda (Mt Yarrowyck) AA
- Cottan-Bimbang NP & SCA
- Curracabundi NP
- Indawarra NP
- Mummel Gulf NP & SCA
- Nowendoc NP
- Oxley Wild Rivers NP & SCA
- Single NP
- The Basin NR
- Tomalla NR
- Tuggolo Creek NR
- Werrikimbe NP & SCA
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise the impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock.
Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location. Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW National Parks managed lands. 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.
Please contact the local New England NPWS area office for more information on 02 6738 9100.
Affects 4 parks and 72 locations nearby. Show list
Applies from Mon 27 Oct 2025, 12.00am to Sun 31 Jan 2027, 11.59am. Last reviewed: Mon 21 Sep 2026, 11.05am
Closed areas: Dangars Gorge closed for precinct upgrade
The Dangars Gorge precinct in Oxley Wild Rivers NP is strictly closed while visitor facilities are being upgraded. The areas that will be closed include:
- Dangars Gorge Campground
- Dangars Falls Picnic Area
- Dangars Falls lookouts
- McDirtys walking track
- Sailsbury Waters walking track
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local Armidale NPWS office (02 6738 9100).
NPWS will be making improvements to the campground, walking tracks and signage upgrades as well as installing a new pedestrian bridge.
During this time, visitors to Oxley Wild Rivers NP can still access other visitor precincts, such as Long Point, Gara Gorge, Wollomombi Falls, and for the more adventurous, Riverside or Halls Peak. Please note that access to Riverside and Halls Peak requires an access permit and a low-range 4WD vehicle. More information can be found on the NPWS website https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/
Affects 1 park and 14 locations nearby. Show list
Applies from Thu 11 Jun 2026, 1.52pm to Fri 30 Oct 2026, 11.59am. Last reviewed: Wed 23 Sep 2026, 10.03am
Safety alerts: Planned Road Maintenance Works - Mooraback Road, Racecourse Trail, Fenwicks Road/Cobcroft Road
Changed Road Conditions due to road Maintenance works are in place in Werrikimbe National Parks and Oxley Wild Rivers National Park.
Affected Roads and trails are:
- Mooraback Road
- Racecourse Trail
- Fenwicks Road/Cobcroft Road
Roadworks are scheduled to repair the road from 22 June for up to 8-10 weeks. Heavy plant will be operating during this time, take care and drive safely.
For more information, contact the local NPWS office at Walcha on 02 6777 4700, or Armidale Office on 02 6738 9100.
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Applies from Mon 23 Dec 2024, 9.57am to Thu 31 Dec 2026, 10.01am. Last reviewed: Wed 15 Jul 2026, 9.47am
Closed parks: Willi Willi Caves Nature Reserve closed due to unsafe access
Willi Willi Caves Nature Reserve is closed until further notice due to unsafe access to area.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 6561 6700.
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