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Applies from Fri 16 May 2025, 2.13pm to Fri 23 May 2025, 2.15pm. Last reviewed: Fri 16 May 2025, 2.43pm
Other planned events: Worimi Beachfront closed due to hazardous conditions from midday Sunday May 18
Worimi beachfront will be closed to vehicles from midday Sunday May 18 until Thursday 22 May due to predicted hazardous sea and beach conditions.
The Recreational Vehicle Area and Ganyamalbaa Campground will remain open.
Conditions will be reviewed over the weekend and next week and the closure may be extended if necessary.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Anna Bay office on (02) 4984 8200.
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Applies from Wed 30 Apr 2025, 1.26pm to Fri 27 Jun 2025, 12.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 15 May 2025, 11.01am
Closed parks: Karuah National Park - Entire Park Closure
The park until further notice due to infrastructure repair works and recent storm damage causing the deterioration of conditions on access roads. This closure effects the following parts of Karuah National Park:
- Tattersalls Campground
- Double Wharf Picnic Area,
Karuah will re-open when access roads are safe and repair works are complete.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information, please contact the local office.
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Applies from Sun 11 May 2025, 5.51pm to Fri 27 Feb 2026, 5.51pm. Last reviewed: Thu 8 May 2025, 6.00pm
Safety alerts: Major roadworks in Sugarloaf State Conservation Area
Major roadworks are ongoing in Sugarloaf State Conservation Area. Partial and intermittent road closures should be expected.
Visitors are asked to avoid the area (if possible). Otherwise, please be aware of trucks and machinery working on roads within Sugarloaf SCA and to drive to the conditions.
For more information, please contact the NPWS Lower Hunter Area Office on 02 4946 4100.
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Applies from Thu 1 May 2025, 9.27am. Last reviewed: Thu 1 May 2025, 9.30am
Closed areas: The Welcome Mangrove Walk, Ash Island is closed due to damage
The Welcome Mangrove Walk of Ash Island, Hunter Wetlands NP is closed due to damage, from Monday 26th August until further notice.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS Shortland office on 4946 4100.
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Applies from Wed 16 Apr 2025, 11.34am. Last reviewed: Sat 10 May 2025, 9.16am
Safety alerts: Unpatrolled Beach
NPWS recommends swimming at patrolled beaches between the red and yellow flags at the following locations:
- Birubi Point
- One Mile Beach
- Fingal Beach
Please do not swim or enter the water along the unpatrolled beaches on Tomaree National Park and Worimi Conservation Lands. These beaches include:
- Zenith Beach,
- Wreck Beach,
- Box Beach,
- Samurai Beach and,
- Stockton Beach
Tragically, people have drowned while swimming at several locations at these beaches.
Many of the beaches are remote, unpatrolled and have dangerous rip, currents, unexpected large waves and sudden drop offs. Ocean conditions can change rapidly.
Mobile phone service may also be limited. You may not be able to call for help if you need it.
We want everyone to enjoy their visit and to return home safely.
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Applies from Tue 8 Apr 2025, 2.48pm to Mon 26 May 2025, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 30 Apr 2025, 10.14am
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting a ground baiting program in Hunter Wetlands National Park from 14 April 2025 to 26 May 2025.
The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species.
Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location. Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW National Parks managed lands. 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 location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
Please contact the Lower Hunter NPWS Area Office for more information on (02) 4946 4100.
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Applies from Mon 5 Aug 2024, 6.30am to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 11.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 22 Apr 2025, 11.50am
Safety alerts: Periodic closures of Tomago Precinct for deer control shooting operation
Parts of Hunter Wetlands National Park may be closed within a date range of 6:30am Monday 5th August 2024 to 11:00pm Monday 30th June 2025 for deer control shoot operations preventing localised economic impacts and protecting biodiversity assets within the park.
When active the shoot operation area will be delineated by signage advising visitors “do not enter” at any time during the night time operation.
Penalties apply for non-compliance.
For more information, call the local park office on 02 4946 4100 or email npws.lowerhunter@environment.nsw.gov.au.
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Applies from Thu 15 Sep 2022, 10.00am to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 15 May 2025, 10.55am
Closed areas: Little Mountain campground and Little Mountain Road closed for repair
Little Mountain Road and Little Mountain campground are closed while Little Mountain Road is being repaired. The road is impassable.
Barricades are in place around the closed areas. Tattersalls campground and Double Wharf picnic area remain open.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Fri 29 Dec 2023, 2.47pm to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 9.36am. Last reviewed: Wed 31 Jul 2024, 9.28am
Safety alerts: Dangerous water conditions
Please do not swim or enter the water at Stockton Beach in the Worimi Conservation Lands. Tragically, people have drowned while swimming here.
The beach is remote, unpatrolled and has dangerous rip currents, unexpected large waves and sudden drop offs. Ocean conditions can change rapidly.
Mobile phone service is also limited here - you may not be able to call for help if you need it.
SWIM BETWEEN THE RED AND YELLOW FLAGS AT BIRUBI POINT SURF LIFE SAVING CLUB AT ANNA BAY.
We want everyone to enjoy their visit - and to return home safely.
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Applies from Tue 7 Oct 2014, 1.53pm to Thu 7 Oct 2027, 11.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 17 Apr 2025, 10.21am
Closed areas: Parts of Sugarloaf State Conservation Area closed
Parts of Sugarloaf State Conservation Area are closed for approved underground mining operations. The affected areas (see map) have been closed to protect visitor safety, because they're subject to subsidence and remediation activities from the mining operations.
Great North walk remains open. An update will be provided should this situation change.
If you're visiting the park, please be aware of subsidence and pollution incidents that took place in 2013, which were greater than what was expected from normal mining operations. These included a cliff fall in the north, and a subsidence and grout leak incident in the central part of Sugarloaf State Conservation Area.
If you're planning to visit the park during this time, please stay on formed tracks and trails and observe all barriers, warning signs and safety messages. Areas subject to possible cliff fall or subsidence in both areas of the park are clearly marked.
For more information, call the NPWS Lower Hunter area office on 02 4946 4100. NSW National Parks safety page.
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Applies from Thu 8 Jun 2023, 6.07pm. Last reviewed: Sat 4 Nov 2023, 10.32am
Safety alerts: Damaged Bridge on Lone Pine Rd
Lone Pine Road between Italia Road and Drews Road in Wallaroo State Forest is closed while damage to a bridge is being repaired.
The Common picnic area is still accessible by 4WD only, from Limeburners Creek Road via Callaghans Trail and Lone Pine Rd.
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Applies from Wed 31 May 2023, 1.16pm. Last reviewed: Wed 31 May 2023, 1.19pm
Safety alerts: Use caution for beach front driving
Beach driving conditions remain variable due to changing swell, tides and weather conditions. Drivers are advised to exercise caution when driving and to check conditions before travel.
Please remember to:
- Look out for soft sand, erosion, wash outs and drop-offs.
- Avoid driving through sea water, foam or large pools of water. Driving conditions can change rapidly. Several vehicles on this beach have ended up in the ocean or swamped by water.
- Check conditions before arriving, and if in doubt save your visit for another day.
Please follow the directions of National Parks and Wildlife Service personnel and/or signage. Do not drive over the frontal dune or any vegetation.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Nelson Bay area office on 02 4984 8200 from 8.30am to 4.30pm, Monday to Friday, excluding public holidays.
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