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Last reviewed: Wed 15 April 2020, 10.21am
Applies from Thu 30 Jan 2020, 2.45pm to Mon 31 Aug 2020, 6.21pm. Last reviewed: Wed 15 Apr 2020, 10.21am.
This park is closed due to bushfire damage. NPWS are also conducting aerial pest control programs as a result of the fires. Do not enter this park. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information contact 1300 072 757 (13000 PARKS).
Applies from Wed 8 Jul 2020, 3.26pm. Last reviewed: Wed 8 Jul 2020, 4.54pm
North Tura Road in Bournda National Park will be periodically closed for roadside tree maintenance from 7am, Tuesday 14 July to 5pm, Wednesday 15 July 2020.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Merimbula area office on 02 6495 5001.
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Applies from Mon 1 Jun 2020, 3.01pm. Last reviewed: Thu 2 Jul 2020, 9.16am
Cowdroys Road is closed for maintenance, and will remain closed until works have been completed and the road surface is stable for traffic.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Eurobodalla area office on 02 4476 0800.
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Applies from Wed 1 Jul 2020, 2.24pm. Last reviewed: Wed 8 Jul 2020, 3.51pm
Temporary road closures will be in place within Mimosa Rocks National Park during from Monday 20 July to Friday 14 August 2020 for road grading. The affected roads are:
The roadworks will depend on weather conditions during this time. It's a good idea to call ahead before travelling to Mimosa Rocks National Park to check for any closures or delays. These closures may be extended, and any changes will be posted as soon as possible. The works are necessary to repair the road surface and drainage to ensure the roads provide suitable visitor access. Notification signs and temporary closures will be placed on each road until the works are complete.
For safety reasons, visitor access is prohibited to all closed areas. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, call the NPWS Narooma area office on 02 4476 0800 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Thu 30 Jan 2020, 2.40pm to Tue 1 Dec 2020, 2.41pm. Last reviewed: Thu 2 Jul 2020, 10.54am
This park is closed due to significant bushfire damage. The park closure includes Lake Creek campground, Wadbilliga Crossing picnic area, Wadbilliga Road and the areas listed below. NSW National Parks is also conducting ground and aerial pest control programs as part of the bushfire recovery.
Do not enter this park. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information contact 1300 072 757 (13000 PARKS).
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Applies from Thu 30 Jan 2020, 2.39pm to Tue 1 Dec 2020, 11.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 2 Jul 2020, 10.56am
This park is closed due to significant bushfire damage. NSW National Parks is also conducting ground and aerial pest control programs as part of the bushfire recovery. Do not enter this park.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information contact 1300 072 757 (13000 PARKS).
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Applies from Wed 27 May 2020, 9.18am to Fri 31 Jul 2020, 9.29am. Last reviewed: Wed 17 Jun 2020, 4.45pm
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting 2 aerial baiting programs using meat baits containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs. The programs will start on or shortly after Wednesday 27 May 2020, and will conclude on Friday 31 July 2020. The baiting will take place in the following parks, reserves and state conservation areas:
There will be signs at all baiting locations.
Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW national parks and reserves. Pets and working dogs may be affected (1080 is lethal to cats and dogs). Pets and working dogs in the vicinity must be restrained or muzzled and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning, seek immediate veterinary assistance.
For further information please call NPWS Merimbula office on 02 6495 5000.
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Applies from Wed 1 Jul 2020, 4.07pm to Thu 31 Dec 2020, 4.08pm. Last reviewed: Wed 17 Jun 2020, 4.16pm
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting a ground baiting program for foxes using fresh meat, manufactured baits and CPEs containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate). The program will be ongoing and continuous from July 1,2020 to December 31st, 2020. The baited reserves include:
There will be signs at entrance and exits to the baiting locations.
Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW national parks and reserves. Pets and working dogs may be affected (1080 is lethal to cats and dogs). Pets and working dogs in the vicinity must be restrained or muzzled and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
For further information call the NPWS Merimbula Office on 02 6405 5000.
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Applies from Wed 17 Jun 2020, 3.06pm. Last reviewed: Wed 17 Jun 2020, 3.42pm
The following nature reserves and state conservation area are closed from Monday 22 June 2020 to Tuesday 30 June 2020 for an aerial shooting program:
Please do not enter the closed areas.
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Applies from Fri 22 Sep 2017, 3.34pm. Last reviewed: Mon 1 Jun 2020, 4.31pm
For visitor safety, campfires and solid fuel fires (wood, heat beads, charcoal, briquettes, hexamite) are not permitted at Middle Beach campground or picnic area.
The use of gas-fired, liquid fuel and electrical appliances will be permitted where:
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Narooma area office on 02 4476 0800 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Thu 28 May 2020, 12.38pm. Last reviewed: Thu 4 Jun 2020, 2.35pm
Green Cape Lightstation cottages are closed until 1 June 2020. If you would like to stay at a cottage after 1 June you’ll need to revisit this webpage and make a booking. From 1 June, all campgrounds, campsites and cottages will require a booking to be made before you visit.
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Applies from Thu 28 May 2020, 12.35pm. Last reviewed: Thu 4 Jun 2020, 2.35pm
Hobart Beach campground is closed until 1 June 2020. If you would like to stay at a campground or cabin after 1 June you’ll need to revisit this webpage and make a booking. From 1 June, all campgrounds and campsites will require a booking to be made before you visit.
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Applies from Thu 28 May 2020, 12.33pm. Last reviewed: Thu 4 Jun 2020, 2.34pm
Bittangabee Bay campground is closed until 1 June 2020. If you would like to stay at a campground or cabin after 1 June you’ll need to revisit this webpage and make a booking. From 1 June, all campgrounds and campsites will require a booking to be made before you visit.
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Applies from Wed 4 Mar 2020, 3.18pm. Last reviewed: Wed 1 Jul 2020, 9.45am
Light to Light walk is closed due to hazardous conditions and bushfire damage. 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 Mon 4 May 2020, 11.13am to Wed 4 Nov 2020, 11.16am. Last reviewed: Fri 3 Jul 2020, 10.56am
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting a baiting program using fresh meat, manufactured baits and CPEs containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs. The program will be ongoing and continuous from Monday 4 May to Wednesday 4 November 2020. The baited reserves include:
There will be signs at all baiting locations.
Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW national parks and reserves. Pets and working dogs may be affected (1080 is lethal to cats and dogs). Pets and working dogs in the vicinity must be restrained or muzzled and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
For further information call the NPWS Merimbula Office on 02 6405 5000.
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Applies from Thu 30 Jan 2020, 2.45pm to Mon 31 Aug 2020, 6.21pm. Last reviewed: Wed 15 Apr 2020, 10.21am
This park is closed due to bushfire damage. NPWS are also conducting aerial pest control programs as a result of the fires. Do not enter this park. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information contact 1300 072 757 (13000 PARKS).
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For the latest updates on fires, closures and other alerts in this area, see https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/camping-and-accommodation/campgrounds/postmans-campground/local-alerts
South East Forests National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.
For the latest information on wildfires in your area please contact the NSW Rural Fire Service.
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