Nearby alerts
Applies from Fri 14 Feb 2020, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Mon 17 Feb 2020, 2.24pm
Closed parks: Park closed due to flood damage
All areas in this park are closed from Monday 10 February 2020 until further notice due to flood damage and unsafe conditions. This includes all tracks, trails, campgrounds and picnic areas. Access through parks may be limited. Please find alternate routes. Do not enter this park. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
For more information, contact the NPWS Contact Centre on 1300 072 757, or the North Western Sydney area office on 02 8448 0400.
Affects 4 parks nearby. Show list
Applies from Tue 11 Feb 2020, 3.33pm. Last reviewed: Tue 18 Feb 2020, 4.11pm
Closed areas: Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park - partial closure
All roads and visitor precincts in Ku-ring-gai west have now reopened, though some facilities such as barbecues and toilets may still be affected.
Some areas remain closed due to flooding and unsafe conditions. The closed areas include:
- Kalkari Visitor Centre
- Gibberagong Education Centre
- All tracks and trails
All areas within Ku-ring-gai east are open.
For more information, contact the NPWS Contact Centre on 1300 072 757, the North Western Sydney area office on 02 8448 0400 or the Forestville office on 02 9451 3479.
Affects 1 park and 7 locations nearby. Show list
Applies from Fri 31 Jan 2020, 10.24am. Last reviewed: Fri 31 Jan 2020, 10.56am
Safety alerts: Boat moorings in Cowan Waters
The NPWS public boat moorings in Cowan Waters may be out of service for a short period due to servicing and maintenance. Works are expected to finish by the end of February 2020. For more information, contact the Bobbin Head Information Centre on 02 9472 8949.
Affects 1 park nearby. Show list
Applies from Fri 31 Jan 2020, 9.41am. Last reviewed: Tue 28 Jan 2020, 10.24am
Other planned events: 1080 pest management
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service is doing 1080 ground baiting using manufactured baits, fresh baits and Canid Pest Ejectors (CPEs) in Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park.
The program is continuous and ongoing between 1 February 2020 and 31 July 2020. All baiting locations will be identifiable by signs. Don’t touch baits or ejector devices. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
Please be reminded that domestic pets are not permitted on NPWS estate. 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.
Fox baiting in these reserves is aimed at reducing their impact on threatened species.
For more information, contact the local park office on:
- Forestville on 02 9451 3479 or Lane Cove on 02 8448 0400 (business hours)
- NPWS after-hours call centre: 1300 056 294 (after hours)
Affects 1 park nearby. Show list
Applies from Thu 2 Jan 2020, 3.27pm to Fri 1 Jan 2021, 1.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 28 Jan 2020, 10.57am
Other planned events: Annual passes no longer available at Forestville office
From Tuesday 31 December 2019, annual passes will no longer be sold at NPWS Forestville office. Passes can be purchased online, in person or by phone.
Online:
In person:
- Bobbin Head Information Centre. 688 Ku-ring-gai Chase Road, Mt Colah 2079. Open 10am to 4pm, 7 days a week.
- Lane Cove National Park office. Max Allen Drive, Lindfield 2070. Open 10am to 4pm, Monday to Friday.
Phone:
National Parks Contact Centre on 1300 072 757
Affects 1 park nearby. Show list
Applies from Mon 29 Sep 2014, 1.49pm. Last reviewed: Mon 24 Oct 2016, 10.38am
Closed areas: Old Wagstaffe trail
There is no public access available through private property to Old Wagstaffe trail. Signs indicate where public access is not permitted. Penalties apply for non-compliance For more information, please contact the NPWS Hawkesbury North area office on (02) 4320 4200 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
Affects 1 park nearby. Show list
