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Applies from Sun 16 Nov 2025, 10.53am. Last reviewed: Fri 14 Nov 2025, 11.01am
Other planned events: Drainage works on North Head Scenic Drive at North Head, Manly
Drainage works will be undertaken along 2 sections of North Head Scenic Drive near the gate at the Quarantine Station entrance for the week commencing on 17 November 2025. The works will be confined to the existing road table drains and will involve removal of silt and other material to maintain the drain capacity and prevent stormwater from flowing out onto the road pavement and damaging the surface. The road will remain open and traffic control will be in place.
Applies from Tue 19 May 2020, 4.18pm. Last reviewed: Thu 13 Nov 2025, 2.38pm
Closed areas: Closed areas due to rifle range operations
The eastern section of Malabar Headland National Park will be closed on the following dates/times due to ANZAC Rifle Range operations:
- Every Saturday, 8am to 5pm.
- The 1st and 3rd Sunday of the month, 8am to 5pm.
- Sunday 14 December - General Shooting Day - this is the 2nd Sunday. Just for December 2025, there will be no shooting on the 1st and 3rd Sundays in December.
- Monday 15 December 7am to 1pm
- Tuesday 16 December 7am to 1pm
CHRISTMAS CLOSURE:
There will be no shooting activities taking place at the range on Saturday 27th of December 2025.
Shooting will recommence on Saturday 3rd of January 2026.
Do not enter the eastern section of the national park (including Boora Point walking track) when:
- Red flags are flying above the range
- The 'rifle range in use' warning signs are displayed at the park entry (South Maroubra Beach and Fishermans Road carpark).
- Park entry gates are closed.
Christmas / New Years update:
- The eastern section of Malabar Headland National Park will be open on Saturday 27 December 2025, as the ANZAC Riffle Range will be closed during this period.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS local office on 02 9337 5511 or the ANZAC Rifle Range on 02 9661 4532.
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Applies from Thu 30 Oct 2025, 12.01pm. Last reviewed: Thu 13 Nov 2025, 9.57am
Closed areas: Swimming enclosure damaged, Nielsen Park
The swimming enclosure at Nielsen Park was damaged by large waves in August 2025. Nielsen Park remains open to visitors. However, be aware before swimming at Shark Beach, the damaged swimming enclosure nets do not provide a total barrier between sharks and swimmers.
A new steel support pile will be installed in mid-November. Once installed, the enclosure’s steel cable and netting panels will be re-attached.
For information and resources to help reduce the risk of an encounter with a shark at NSW beaches and estuaries, check out Shark Smart and the Bull Shark fact sheet
For updates, please check here or email or call the local NPWS office on 02 9337 5511.
Applies from Mon 10 Nov 2025, 8.40am to Fri 28 Nov 2025, 9.02am. Last reviewed: Wed 12 Nov 2025, 11.46am
Closed areas: Karloo walking track - changes to access
Access to Karloo walking track via Wilsons Parade will be closed from Monday 10 November to Friday 28 November 2025 for trail surface repair works.
Please access Karloo walking track via Bottle Forest Road parking area. From Bottle Forest Road parking area, follow the fire trail and asset protection zone (grassed area) south until you reach the entry to Karloo Pools walking track.
The trail will be open and accessible from both entry points on weekends.
Please be aware of heavy machinery operating on the vehicle trail, stick to the grassed asset protection zone where possible. Please do not enter closed areas. Please follow signage and instructions from NPWS staff and contractors.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 9542 0632.
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Applies from Wed 13 Oct 2021, 4.28pm. Last reviewed: Fri 7 Nov 2025, 10.27am
Closed areas: Kurnell Visitor Centre closed
Kurnell Visitor Centre is currently closed and will remain closed until 2026. A new visitor centre is under construction.
During construction works, the precinct, including the carpark, will be fenced off and work crews will be on-site. Access to some walking tracks will be impacted. Please refer to on-site signage.
Parking and toilets are available at the Cricket Pitch and Commemoration flat precincts.
We apologise for any inconvenience.
To learn more about the improvements being made as part of the Kamay 2020 Master Plan Project, email or call the local area office on 02 9668 2010.
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Applies from Mon 21 Jul 2025, 6.00am to Tue 30 Dec 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 31 Oct 2025, 2.03pm
Closed areas: Works along Botany Bay Foreshore, Kurnell
A new revetment (seawall) along the Botany Bay foreshore will replace the temporary sandbags which have been in place since 2018. A revetment is a permanent structure which protects the foreshore from storm surges and tides.
A works compound is established at Beach Park and access to the works site will be along Monument Track. Some closures and restrictions to access will take place as materials are moved to the foreshore.
Please be mindful of site fencing and follow instructions from NPWS staff and contractors.
To learn more about the improvements being made as part of the Kamay 2020 Master Plan Project, send an email or call the local area office on 02 9668 2010.
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Applies from Fri 14 Jul 2023, 3.13pm. Last reviewed: Thu 25 Sep 2025, 2.59pm
Closed areas: North Era campground closed
North Era campground is closed until further notice. For more information please contact the local area office on 02 9542 0648.
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Applies from Tue 19 Nov 2024, 9.56am. Last reviewed: Thu 25 Sep 2025, 10.28am
Closed areas: Skylight Cave permanently closed
Skylight cave is permanently closed to visitors due to serious safety risks. The cave is midway down an unstable cliff, and the risk of falling off the cliff edge while trying to reach it makes it very dangerous.
There is no approved public access walking track to Skylight cave. Please do not risk your safety trying to reach this location. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Fri 9 May 2025, 3.09pm to Thu 5 Feb 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 4 Nov 2025, 8.55am
Other planned events: Toilet closures in Lane Cove National Park
Some toilets within this park will be closed during the week, opening only on weekends, public holidays and during school holidays. The closed toilets are at:
- Carters Creek (Area 9)
- Scribbly Gums (Area 17)
- Haynes Flat (Area 32)
This does not apply to bookings. Where there are bookings, toilets will be open.
For more information, please contact the NPWS Chatswood area office on 02 8448 0400.
Applies from Mon 7 Jul 2025, 8.38am to Fri 19 Dec 2025, 8.43am. Last reviewed: Mon 10 Nov 2025, 8.43am
Closed areas: Areas closed for deer control program
Some areas in Royal National Park are closed to the public between sunset and sunrise from Monday to Thursday (excluding school holidays) from Monday 7 July 2025 to Friday 19 December 2025 to enable a deer control operation to be carried out.
The closed areas include:
- All picnic areas in the Audley Precinct
- Asset protection zones adjacent to Maianbar, Bundeena and East Heathcote.
- Wattamolla and Garie picnic areas
- North Era campground and coastal areas between Garie Beach and Figure 8 Pools
- Garrawarra Farm
- Lady Carrington Drive
- Bonnie Vale campground and Bonnie Vale picnic area.
These closures will be signposted at the entry points to the closed areas. If you have a campground booking you can still access campgrounds during these times.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Royal National Park Visitor Centre on 02 9542 0648.
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Applies from Fri 16 May 2025, 4.27pm. Last reviewed: Fri 16 May 2025, 4.35pm
Closed areas: Artillery Track Closed
The Artillery Track of Malabar Headland National Park is closed due to safety concerns.
This closure is necessary to ensure the safety of visitors while we assess and address potential hazards.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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