Applies from Sun 23 Aug 2026, 8.00am to Sun 30 Aug 2026, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 12 Aug 2026, 2.45pm
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an aerial baiting program in Willandra National Park from Monday 24 August 2026 to Saturday 29 August 2026. Willandra will be closed for this operation. The operation will involve the use of meat baits and meat bait products containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes.
The program is designed to minimise predator impact on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise the impact of foxes on neighbouring stock.
Signs will be placed at the entry points to baiting location. 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 must be restrained or muzzled in the vicinity and must not enter the baiting locations. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the local NPWS area office for more information 02 6966 8100.
