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Postmans campground

South East Forests National Park

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Current alerts in this area

Last reviewed: Thu 18 February 2021, 9.03am

Applies from Wed 10 Feb 2021, 9.16am. Last reviewed: Thu 18 Feb 2021, 9.03am.

Closed areas: Campground closed

This campground is closed until further notice due to hazardous conditions and tree risk.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information contact 1300 072 757 (13000 PARKS).

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Applies from Sun 28 Feb 2021, 3.48pm to Thu 11 Mar 2021, 3.50pm. Last reviewed: Mon 1 Mar 2021, 11.07am

Closed areas: Aerial pest control operation - South East Forest and Western Wadbilliga National Parks

Sections of South East Forest and Wadbilliga National Parks will be closed from Sunday 28 February to Wednesday 10 March 2021 due to an aerial vertebrate control program.

The closed areas in South East Forest National Park include:

  • Glen Bog
  • Tantawnagalo 

The closed areas in Western Wadbilliga National Park include:

  • Nunnock Swamp 
  • Packers Swamp 
  • Dragon Swamp 
  • Bega Swamp

The surrounding roads, trails, campgrounds, walking tracks and infrastructure are also closed. Closed signage is in place and penalties apply for non-compliance.

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Applies from Sun 28 Feb 2021, 5.00pm to Wed 3 Mar 2021, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 25 Feb 2021, 3.40pm

Closed areas: South Ben Boyd National Park closed

All of south Ben Boyd National Park is closed for aerial pest control operations from 5pm Sunday 28 February to 5pm Wednesday 3 March 2021.

The closed areas include:

  • Saltwater Creek campground 
  • Bittangabee Bay campground
  • Green Cape Lightstation
  • Boyds Tower 
  • Mowarry Point
  • Pulpit Rock
  • City Rock
  • Light to Light walking track

Penalties apply for non-compliance.

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Applies from Thu 25 Feb 2021, 12.09pm to Fri 12 Mar 2021, 12.10pm. Last reviewed: Thu 25 Feb 2021, 3.04pm

Closed parks: Aerial pest management program

An aerial pest management program targeting vertebrate pest species will be carried out in this park from Thursday 4 March to Thursday 11 March 2021.

This park is still closed due to extensive fire recovery works, and will remain closed for the duration of this program. This closure will be reviewed at the end of March 2021.

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Applies from Thu 25 Feb 2021, 9.39am to Wed 3 Mar 2021, 9.40am. Last reviewed: Thu 25 Feb 2021, 2.33pm

Other planned events: Roadworks on Wallagoot Lake Road

Roadworks will be underway on Wallagoot Lake Road, behind Wallagoot Boat Club, on Monday 1 March 2021. The road will be closed due to tree lopping. Access is available in front of the boat club to Turingal Head carpark.

Drive safely and follow the directions of roadwork signs and NPWS staff.

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Applies from Thu 30 Jan 2020, 2.40pm to Wed 31 Mar 2021, 2.41pm. Last reviewed: Thu 25 Feb 2021, 12.22pm

Closed parks: Bushfire damage recovery works

This park is closed due to significant bushfire damage. The closed areas include:

  • Lake Creek campground
  • Cascades campground
  • Cascades walking track and viewing platform
  • Tuross Falls walking track
  • Wadbilliga Crossing picnic area
  • Wadbilliga Road

We will be reviewing the closures in March 2021 when some areas may be reopened. However it is likely that some areas will remain closed beyond this point. 

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 24 Feb 2021, 9.54am. Last reviewed: Wed 24 Feb 2021, 11.43am

Closed areas: Sams Ridge Road closed due to road surface washout

Sams Ridge Road in Kooraban National Park is closed to all traffic due to washout of the road surface. The road will remain closed until repairs can be completed.

For further information, contact the NPWS Narooma area office on 02 4476 0800.

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Applies from Mon 22 Feb 2021, 9.00am to Wed 3 Mar 2021, 11.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 22 Feb 2021, 12.15pm

Closed areas: Aerial pest control operation - Waalimma and Genoa sections

The Waalimma and Genoa section of South East Forests National Park will be closed from 11pm Sunday 28 February until 11pm Wednesday 3 March 2021 for an aerial pest control operation. The closure includes Waalimma campground.

Park through roads will remain open, including Nungatta Creek Road and Poole Road.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 6458 5900.

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Applies from Wed 17 Feb 2021, 3.27pm. Last reviewed: Wed 17 Feb 2021, 4.15pm

Closed areas: Wog Way closure

Wog Way in South East Forest National Park is closed. Access to Waratah Gully campground is open. Campground access is only via the northern end of Wog Way. 

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Applies from Mon 20 Jul 2020, 11.07pm. Last reviewed: Tue 16 Feb 2021, 4.20pm

Closed areas: Areas closed due to bushfire damange

Some areas in this park remain closed due to bushfire damage. Do not enter closed sections of the park. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information contact 1300 072 757 (13000 PARKS).

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Applies from Tue 16 Feb 2021, 8.57am to Fri 12 Mar 2021, 8.58am. Last reviewed: Tue 16 Feb 2021, 4.18pm

Closed areas: Nunnock Swamp closed

Nunnock Swamp and Grasslands walking track and campground are closed for an aerial and ground pest control operation from 8am, Wednesday 3 March to 4.30pm, Thursday 11 March 2021.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Bombala office on 02 6458 5900.

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Applies from Wed 6 Jan 2021, 9.18am. Last reviewed: Tue 16 Feb 2021, 2.55pm

Closed areas: Hergartys Bay campground closed

Hegartys Bay remote campground is closed due to fire damage and rehabilitation works.

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Applies from Mon 4 Jan 2021, 9.22am to Fri 4 Jun 2021, 12.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 16 Feb 2021, 2.47pm

Other planned events: 1080 pest management program

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 foxes and wild dogs. The program will be ongoing and continuous from Monday 4 January to Friday 4 June 2021.

The baited parks, reserves and state conservation areas include:

  • Ben Boyd National Park
  • Bournda National Park
  • Bournda Nature Reserve

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 area office on 02 6495 5000. 

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Applies from Mon 4 Jan 2021, 9.58am to Fri 4 Jun 2021, 9.58am. Last reviewed: Tue 16 Feb 2021, 2.47pm

Other planned events: 1080 pest management program

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 foxes and wild dogs. The program will be ongoing and continuous from Monday 4 January to Friday 4 June 2021.

The baited parks, reserves and state conservation areas include:

  • Eurobodalla National Park
  • Gulaga National Park
  • Mimosa Rocks National Park

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 area office on 02 6495 5000.

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Applies from Sat 30 Jan 2021, 2.10pm. Last reviewed: Mon 1 Feb 2021, 10.33am

Safety alerts: Wet weather road condition advice

Roads in Mimosa Rocks National Park may become wet and slippery following rainfall or thunderstorms. Some sections of these roads may become temporarily impassable to 2WD vehicles without warning due to rain, thunderstorms or vehicle damage. Access will be affected until conditions improve.

Roads that may be affected include:

  • Aragannu Road
  • Middle Beach Road
  • Gillards Road
  • Bithry Inlet Road
  • Nelson Lake Road
  • All other dirt roads within the park

Plan you trip:

  • Always check the NSW National Parks alerts page for up to date information on closed parks and safety alerts
  • Check the weather forecast before setting out and during your visit/stay. Consider altering or delay your trip if weather conditions change.
  • Tell family or friends where you are going and when you expect to return and let them know you have returned.
  • Know your vehicle limits before you travel. Consider getting NRMA roadside assistance before you go or call 1311 22.
  • Take enough supplies for your visit/stay and take extra supplies to cover unexpected delays. This includes a first aid kit, warm clothing/blankets, food, water and medications.
  • Download apps-  The Emergency Plus app will help you contact emergency services. Use the Fires Near Me app to check for bushfires in NSW before you go and during your trip, especially in summer. Please note these apps only work when you have mobile reception.

If conditions deteriorate roads within the park (including those accessing visitor areas and camping grounds) may be closed to traffic at short notice.

For further 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 Tue 19 Jan 2021, 1.47pm to Fri 12 Mar 2021, 1.48pm. Last reviewed: Tue 19 Jan 2021, 3.02pm

Other planned events: Heavy machinery on Wog Way

Heavy machinery will be operating on Wog Way from Monday 18 January to Friday 12 March 2021. Works will be underway on Wog Way during this time to mitigate the impacts of firebreak construction during the 2019/20 bushfire season.

Drive safely and follow the directions of roadwork signs and NPWS staff and contractors. For more information, contact the local NPWS Bombala office on 02 6458 5999.

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Applies from Fri 16 Oct 2020, 1.46pm to Fri 16 Apr 2021, 12.01am. Last reviewed: Thu 24 Dec 2020, 9.49am

Other planned events: 1080 pest management program

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 Friday 16 October to Friday 16 April 2021.

The baited parks, reserves and state conservation areas include:

  • Araluen Nature Reserve
  • Badja Swamps Nature Reserve
  • Berlang State Conservation Area
  • Bondi Gulf Nature Reserve
  • Coolumbooka Nature Reserve
  • Deua National Park
  • Egan Peaks Nature Reserve
  • Kooraban National Park
  • Majors Creek State Conservation Area
  • Monga National Park and State Conservation Area
  • South East Forests National Park
  • Wadbilliga National Park
  • Yurramie State Conservation Area

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 area office on 02 6495 5000.

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Applies from Mon 21 Dec 2020, 1.09pm to Tue 31 Aug 2021, 1.10pm. Last reviewed: Thu 21 Jan 2021, 3.08pm

Closed parks: Park closed for bushfire recovery. Recovery and public safety repair works to damaged infrastructure is expected to continue till at least June 2021.

Biamanga National Park is closed due to substantial bushfire recovery works. Do not enter these areas.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Narooma area office on 02 4476 0800.

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Applies from Sun 4 Oct 2020, 9.37am. Last reviewed: Tue 6 Oct 2020, 9.31am

Closed areas: Detour via Waratah Road South

Waratah Road North in South East Forests National Park is closed due to planned bridge works. You can still access Pheasants Peak track head via Waratah Road South off Coolangubra Forest Way. Detour signs are in place around the closed section of Waratah Road North. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Bombala office on 02 6458 5900.

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Applies from Fri 22 Sep 2017, 3.34pm. Last reviewed: Wed 5 Aug 2020, 4.23pm

Safety alerts: No campfires or solid fuel fires at Middle Beach campground

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:

  • The appliance is under the direct control of an adult
  • The appliance is placed or located in an area where there is no combustible material within 2m
  • There is an adequate water supply to extinguish fire, should it start next to the appliances.
  • It is not a Total Fire Ban

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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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/postmans-campground/local-alerts

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Emergency services

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