Current alerts in this area
Last reviewed: Sat 10 October 2026, 4.07pm
Applies from Mon 12 Oct 2026, 8.00am
to Wed 31 Mar 2027, 11.59pm.
Last reviewed: Sat 10 Oct 2026, 4.07pm.
Safety alerts: PARK FIRE BAN
A park fire ban is in place in this park and remains in effect unless otherwise extended or removed. During park fire ban periods, all campfire and solid fuel (wood, heat beads, charcoal, briquettes, hexamine) barbecues and stoves are prohibited. Gas and electric barbecues and cookers are permitted as long as:
- They're under direct control of an adult
- The ground within 2m of the barbecue is cleared of all flammable materials
- There's an adequate supply of water (minimum of a bucket)
If a Total Fire Ban is in place, different rules apply. Contact the local park office before bringing a gas or electric barbecue or cooker.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information about fire bans in parks and reserves including your responsibilities, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page.
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Applies from Mon 12 Oct 2026, 8.00am to Wed 31 Mar 2027, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Sat 10 Oct 2026, 4.07pm
Safety alerts: PARK FIRE BAN
A park fire ban is in place in this park and remains in effect unless otherwise extended or removed. During park fire ban periods, all campfire and solid fuel (wood, heat beads, charcoal, briquettes, hexamine) barbecues and stoves are prohibited. Gas and electric barbecues and cookers are permitted as long as:
- They're under direct control of an adult
- The ground within 2m of the barbecue is cleared of all flammable materials
- There's an adequate supply of water (minimum of a bucket)
If a Total Fire Ban is in place, different rules apply. Contact the local park office before bringing a gas or electric barbecue or cooker.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information about fire bans in parks and reserves including your responsibilities, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page.
Affects 18 parks and 41 locations nearby. Show list
Applies from Tue 18 Aug 2026, 6.00am to Sat 31 Oct 2026, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 15 Sep 2026, 7.26am
Other planned events: Australian Wildlife Conservancy Feral Animal Ground Shooting Trapped Animals Program
Australian Wildlife Conservancy (AWC) is conducting a feral animal trapping and ground shooting program from 18th August to 31st October 2016.
The program will take place across Pilliga State Conservation Area and Pilliga National Park.
The program is being run to reduce the impact of feral animals on native wildlife across these reserves including the feral free predator enclosure managed by AWC.
Closure signs may be installed during operations. Do not enter closed areas when signage is shown. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
For further information please contact AWC Pilliga Operations Manager on 0460 876 645
Affects 2 parks nearby. Show list
Applies from Wed 24 Jun 2026, 4.35pm to Fri 30 Oct 2026, 4.45pm. Last reviewed: Fri 2 Oct 2026, 8.20am
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting a ground baiting program from Tuesday 30 June to 30 September 2026. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes.
The program will take place in Timmallallie National Park, Pilliga Nature Reserve and Pilliga East State Conservation Area.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise impact of foxes on neighbouring stock.
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 local Castlereagh Area NPWS area office for more information on 02 6843 4000.
Affects 3 parks nearby. Show list
Applies from Fri 26 Sep 2025, 2.24pm. Last reviewed: Wed 30 Sep 2026, 12.51pm
Closed areas: Part of Sandstone Caves walking track is closed due to rockfall hazard
The western section of Sandstone Caves walking track is closed due to a rockfall hazard.
The walking track along the eastern escarpment of the caves is OPEN.
Do not enter the closed section.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Pilliga Forest Discovery Centre on 6843 4011.
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Applies from Tue 7 Apr 2026, 9.51am. Last reviewed: Mon 3 Aug 2026, 9.00am
Closed areas: Tara Cave Walking Track - Restricted Access
The Tara Cave viewing platform is currently closed for repair.
The remainder of the walk remains open to the viewing platform. The Old Woolshed Picnic Area remains open for use.
Penalties apply for non-compliance.
For more information, contact the Warrumbungle National Park Visitor Information Centre on 6825 4364.
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