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Applies from Fri 31 Mar 2023, 9.34am. Last reviewed: Fri 31 Mar 2023, 6.38pm
Fires - Advice: Fishermen's Bend
There is a fire in this park called Fishermen's Bend. 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 3 Mar 2023, 2.52pm to Fri 21 Apr 2023, 11.10am. Last reviewed: Fri 31 Mar 2023, 3.10pm
Closed areas: Murrumbidgee Valley National and Regional Parks and Nature Reserve closed
Murrumbidgee Valley National and Regional Park and Nature Reserve are closed from Monday 24 October 2022 to Friday 21st April 2023, due to widespread flooding.
Some precincts have been assessed as safe and reopened, these include;
- Willbriggie North (ALL campgrounds)
- Willbriggie East (ALL campgrounds)
- MIA 3 (ALL campgrounds)
- MIA 2 (ALL Campgrounds)
- MIA 1 (Campgrounds - Sandy Beach, Platt Beach, Rooks Bend, Markeys Beach, Horse Bend, Island Bend, Anglers Bend, Broad beach, Nandirong Bend, Pastors Beach, Schmetzers Bend, Long Beach, Horn Beach, Bikini Beach)
- Dunnoon Lagoon (ALL campgrounds)
- Eurloey (ALL Campgrounds)
- Cuba North (Campgrounds - Crayfish Corner, Cuba Beach)
- Wooloondool campground
If the Campground is not listed it is still closed for safety reasons. Campgrounds must be booked prior to camping. This can be done at this website Murrumbidgee Valley campgrounds | NSW National Parks.
Remember, it’s never safe to drive, ride or walk through flood waters. Roads into and throughout the park may also be closed. Check Live Traffic NSW for up-to-date information and contact the local park office, on 02 6966 8100.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For assistance during severe weather visit the NSW SES website. In life-threatening situations call emergency services on Triple Zero (000).
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Applies from Thu 30 Mar 2023, 10.22am. Last reviewed: Thu 30 Mar 2023, 10.35am
Safety alerts: Blue Green Algae Alert
There is currently a Blue Green Algae AMBER Alert for Yanga Lake. Blue-green algae may be multiplying, and the water may have a green tinge and musty or organic taste and odour. The
water should be considered as unsuitable for potable use and alternative supplies or prior treatment of raw water for domestic purposes should be considered. The water may also be unsuitable for stock watering. Generally suitable for water sports, however people are advised to exercise caution in these areas, as blue-green algal concentrations can rise to red alert levels quickly under warm, calm weather conditions. More info available at www.waternsw.com.au/algae
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Applies from Mon 20 Mar 2023, 12.18pm to Sun 30 Apr 2023, 12.20pm. Last reviewed: Tue 28 Mar 2023, 9.31am
Closed areas: Murray Valley Regional Park, Deniliquin precinct areas closed due to flooding
The following areas are closed from 20 August 2022 to 31 April 2023 due to widespread flooding:
Closed attractions include:
- Deniliquin mountain bike trails
- Muna/Lagoon campground
- Lip-Lip-Wil/Yabby campground
Remember, it’s never safe to drive, ride or walk through flood waters, so you’ll need to reschedule your visit and avoid travel through areas in this park. Check Live Traffic NSW for up-to-date information about road closures. For assistance during severe weather visit the NSW SES website. In life-threatening situations call emergency services on Triple Zero (000).
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office 02 6966 8100.
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Applies from Wed 8 Mar 2023, 4.04pm to Fri 28 Apr 2023, 4.04pm. Last reviewed: Wed 15 Mar 2023, 1.43pm
Closed areas: Murray Valley Regional Park, Bama precinct Campground closures
Camping in the Murray Valley Regional Park, Bama precinct is closed due to recent flooding. Bookings can be made at other nearby Campgrounds Benarca campgrounds | NSW National Parks.
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Applies from Wed 5 Oct 2022, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 29 Mar 2023, 4.15pm
Closed areas: Visitor attractions closed due to flooding
The Yanga Woolshed Picnic Area is closed until further notice due to impacts of flooding:
Some campgrounds are also impacted, check website before travel to avoid disappointment.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information contact the NPWS Yanga area office on 03 5020 1826.
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Applies from Thu 13 Oct 2022, 4.12pm to Sun 30 Apr 2023, 4.13pm. Last reviewed: Fri 3 Mar 2023, 2.01pm
Closed areas: Benarca precinct is open to camping, two areas remain closed due to flood water
Benarca precinct has been opened to camping. Two of nine Campgrounds areas are still affected by floodwater and access roads are closed. There are 98 camp sites available for booking, Benarca campgrounds | NSW National Parks
Remember it is never safe to drive through flood waters. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information please contact the Griffith office on 02 6966 8100.
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Applies from Wed 5 Oct 2022, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 29 Mar 2023, 4.15pm
Closed areas: Woolpress Bend and Mamanga campgrounds closed due to flooding
Woolpress Bend and Mamanga campgrounds are closed due to impacts of flooding. The campgrounds are slowly drying out and will reopen once staff have addressed damage to roads and infrastructure. Woolpress Bend will remain closed until the end of May at this stage due to major damage to access roads.
For more information, contact the local park office on 03 5020 1764.
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Applies from Tue 29 Sep 2020, 12.55pm. Last reviewed: Wed 29 Mar 2023, 4.17pm
Closed areas: Yanga National Park office closed - still taking phone calls and emails
Yanga National Park office is currently closed to the public due to COVID-19 restrictions. You can still contact us by phone or email for information.
Visitors can still access the historic Yanga Homestead precinct between 8.30am and 4.30pm daily. A self-guided tour offering exclusive access inside the homestead is available from Balranald Visitor Information Centre or Balranald Caravan Park. Call the visitor information centre on 1800 444 043 for more information.
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