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Applies from Mon 14 Oct 2024, 2.38pm to Fri 25 Oct 2024, 2.39pm. Last reviewed: Tue 15 Oct 2024, 1.07pm
Other planned events: Smoky Beach Access Road
The Smoky Beach Access road will have work commence from 14/10/24 and expected to be complete by 25/10/24. The access will remain open during this time, with roadworks safety measures in place.
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Applies from Mon 14 Oct 2024, 7.00am to Fri 25 Oct 2024, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 15 Oct 2024, 1.07pm
Closed areas: Smoky Cape Campground Closed for Tree Works
The campground will be closed from Monday 14 October to 25 October 2024 for tree works.
The works will commence in the campground, with the final section being the access road to the beach. The beach access track will remain open. It is estimated to take around 4 days to complete.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 6561 6700.
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Applies from Tue 15 Oct 2024, 9.21am to Tue 22 Oct 2024, 9.22am. Last reviewed: Tue 15 Oct 2024, 9.29am
Closed areas: Wollomombi Walk is closed due to flood damage
Wollomombi Falls Walk is closed until repairs can be completed on a flood damaged bridge.
No pedestrian access is permitted. Affected lookouts include Eagle View Lookout, Wollomombi Lookout, and Chandler Falls Lookout.
All other walks and lookouts at Wollomombi Falls Picnic Area and Campground remain open.
Please contact Armidale NPWS for more information- 02 6738 9100 or nea.npws@environment.nsw.gov.au
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Applies from Mon 14 Oct 2024, 4.15pm. Last reviewed: Mon 14 Oct 2024, 4.28pm
Closed areas: No entry to Innes Ruins Historic Site
Innes Ruins is closed to public entry except by guided tour. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 6588 5555.
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Applies from Sat 6 Jul 2024, 4.02pm. Last reviewed: Sun 13 Oct 2024, 2.11pm
Safety alerts: Slippery and eroded walking tracks - Coastal Walk
Recent rain events have resulted in some sections of the Coastal Walk in Sea Acres National Park becoming eroded and slippery. The affected sections are between Miners Beach and the carpark adjacent to the intersection of Lighthouse Road and Matthew Flinders Drive. Walkers proceeding with the walk should exercise caution and wear appropriate footwear.
For more information, contact the local NPWS office on (02) 6588 5555.
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Applies from Fri 11 Oct 2024, 8.42am to Fri 18 Oct 2024, 2.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 11 Oct 2024, 8.51am
Closed areas: Halls Peak Campground and Day Use Area - East Kunderang Homestead Closed due to Wet Weather and Hazardous Road Conditions along Raspberry Road.
Areas closed due to hazardous road conditions along Raspberry Road from recent widespread rain.
The following areas are closed from Thursday 10 October to 2pm Friday 18 October due to widespread rain:
- Halls Peak Camping and Day Use Area
- East Kunderang Homestead
Remember, it’s never safe to drive, ride or walk through flood waters, so you’ll need to reschedule your visit and avoid travel through areas in this park. Check Live Traffic NSW for up-to-date information about road closures. For assistance during severe weather visit the NSW SES website. In life-threatening situations call emergency services on Triple Zero (000).
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office at Walcha on 02 67774700 or Armidale on 02 67389103.
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Applies from Wed 9 Oct 2024, 8.08am to Mon 21 Oct 2024, 8.10am. Last reviewed: Wed 9 Oct 2024, 8.17am
Closed areas: Closure of Thungutti Campground for Park Maintenance
Thungutti Campground is closed from 7am Wednesday 16th October - 10am Monday 21st October 2024 for park operations and maintenance.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office.
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Applies from Mon 14 Oct 2024, 2.32pm to Fri 18 Oct 2024, 2.34pm. Last reviewed: Thu 10 Oct 2024, 9.03am
Closed areas: Gap Beach South Road
The Gap Beach South Road from the top of the hill down to the Beach carpark is getting re-sheeted. Work will commence 14/10/24 and expected to be complete by 18/10/24
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Applies from Tue 19 Mar 2024, 9.25pm. Last reviewed: Tue 1 Oct 2024, 8.14am
Closed areas: Ngambaa Feral Predator Free Area - Closed Roads
Construction is complete on the Ngambaa Feral Predator-Free Area which has necessitated the closure of roads in the reserve for visitor safety.
Cedar Park picnic area will remain open and available for visitor access.
The following roads are subject to permanent closure as part of the construction and operation of the feral predator free area:
- Wittigs Road
- parts of Stockyard Creek Road
- Seams Road
- Jacks Road
- Buds Crossing Road
Construction works were completed in August and the 23k of fencing is complete.
Construction works have included:
- clearing the fence corridor
- building the fence
- installing bridge and culvert crossings.
Information regarding the project can be obtained via the following link: https://www.environment.nsw.gov.au/topics/parks-reserves-and-protected-areas/park-management/return-of-threatened-and-declining-species/ngambaa-feral-predator-free-area
For further information please contact the NPWS Coffs Coast area office on 02 6652 0900
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Applies from Tue 9 Jul 2024, 3.50pm. Last reviewed: Sun 22 Sep 2024, 3.47pm
Closed areas: Newbys Creek Walk and Caves - Closed for Visitor Safety
Newbys Creek Walk and Caves are closed for visitor safety until further notice.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on (02) 6591 0300.
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Applies from Thu 5 Sep 2024, 4.13pm to Sun 31 Aug 2025, 4.14pm. Last reviewed: Thu 5 Sep 2024, 4.24pm
Closed areas: Trial Bay Gaol campground infrastructure improvements
Trial Bay Gaol campground construction works are scheduled to start from Monday 10 February 2025 with completion by late August 2025.
Access to parts of the campground will be impacted, in particular the Bayview campsites. Alternate access points will be available and will be clearly marked on maps that will be located around the campground.
There will be an increase in machinery and truck activity in the area, and campers are advised that there may be some noise associated with construction activities. Every effort will be made to limit construction during the hours 7:00am – 5:00pm, Monday to Friday. Any work outside these hours will be communicated in advance.
Safety is our top priority, so please exercise caution and follow all posted safety signs and instructions from staff.
This project is the first stage of infrastructure improvement works at the Trial Bay Precinct in line with the Macleay Coast Master Plan. For further information about the Macleay Coast Destination Project, visit this link Environment and Heritage website
If you have any questions or need further information, please contact the local NPWS campground office at 02 6566 6168.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation as we work to improve our facilities.
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Applies from Sat 6 Jul 2024, 3.50pm. Last reviewed: Wed 11 Sep 2024, 12.00pm
Safety alerts: Road Conditions - Crowdy Bay National Park
Park visitors are advised that the best road access for low clearance vehicles, or vehicles towing caravans, to Diamond Head, Indian Head and Kylies Beach campgrounds is from the north on Diamond Head Road via Laurieton.
Recent road grading has improved access on Diamond Head Road north and south of Diamond Head.
Crowdy Bay Road remains in poor condition due to wet weather experienced earlier this year. Road maintenance works are scheduled for Crowdy Bay Road in September 2024.
For more information, contact the local NPWS office on (02) 6588 5555.
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Applies from Fri 23 Aug 2024, 3.37pm to Sat 30 Nov 2024, 3.38pm. Last reviewed: Wed 25 Sep 2024, 9.49am
Closed areas: Cardwell Street carpark upgrade
Cardwell Street carpark upgrade works are scheduled to start from Monday 30th September 2024 with expected completion by late November 2024.
There will be no parking available at the Cardwell Street day-use area during this time. Alternative car parking can be found at the font of the NPWS Arakoon depot or at Trial Bay Gaol Campground.
Alternative pedestrian access to the beach will remain open during most of the construction phase, however there may be occasional public access day closures.
There will be an increase in machinery and truck activity in the area during the hours 7:00am – 5:00pm Monday to Friday.
Safety is our top priority, so please exercise caution if accessing the area during this time.
This project is Stage 1 of the infrastructure improvement works at the Cardwell Street Precinct in line with the Macleay Coast Master Plan.
For further information about the Macleay Coast Destination Project, visit the NSW Government Environment and Heritage website.
If you have any questions or need further information, please contact NPWS Hastings Macleay at npws.hastingsmacleay@environment.nsw.gov.au or (02) 6561 6700.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation as we work to improve our park facilities
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Applies from Wed 3 Jul 2024, 12.57pm to Mon 30 Dec 2024, 1.59pm. Last reviewed: Wed 21 Aug 2024, 9.49am
Closed areas: Dawson River Walking Track - Closed for Repairs
Dawson River Walking Track is closed for bridge repairs from 10th January 2024 to 30th December 2024.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on (02) 6591 0300.
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Applies from Fri 30 Jun 2023, 11.47am to Thu 24 Oct 2024, 11.47am. Last reviewed: Mon 23 Sep 2024, 11.09am
Closed areas: Kumbatine National Park & State Conservation Area part closure
The following areas of this park and state conservation area are closed until further notice due to widespread flood damage:
- West of Davis Road Access
- Marowin Brook Rd
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 6588 5555.
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Applies from Fri 30 Jun 2023, 1.23pm to Fri 20 Dec 2024, 1.23pm. Last reviewed: Thu 19 Sep 2024, 4.07pm
Closed parks: Yessabah Nature Reserve permanently closed
Access to Yessabah Nature Reserve is permanently closed to unauthorised personnel. The former quarry area has limestone rock faces that are unstable and prone to rock fall. Other areas of the reserve are geologically unstable.
Do not access this park. For further information call the NPWS Macleay area office on 02 6561 6700.
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Applies from Fri 30 Jun 2023, 3.45pm to Fri 20 Dec 2024, 3.45pm. Last reviewed: Thu 19 Sep 2024, 4.07pm
Closed parks: Willi Willi Caves Nature Reserve closed due to unsafe access
Willi Willi Caves Nature Reserve is closed until further notice due to unsafe access to area.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 6561 6700.
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Applies from Fri 9 Aug 2024, 11.37am. Last reviewed: Tue 10 Sep 2024, 9.44am
Closed areas: Section of Cockerawombeeba Road Closed
A section of Cockerawombeeba Road is closed between North Plateau Road and Forbes River Road due to storm damage.
Cockerawombeeba Road is open between North Plateau Road (Plateau Beech Campground) and Hastings Forest Way.
Plateau Beech and Brushy Mountain Campgrounds are both open and are best accessed via Hastings Forest Way.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on (02)6588 5555.
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Applies from Tue 18 Jun 2024, 9.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 23 Jul 2024, 9.21am
Other planned events: Coachwood Road closed for remediation works
Coachwood Road between Kookaburra and Racecourse Trail is closed until further notice for remediation works following damage from recent weather events.
Please consider alternative roads, such as Hastings Forest Way and Kangaroo Flat Road during this time. Access to Carrai and Werrikimbe national parks remain open from Carrai Road and Racecourse Trail.
For more information, contact the NPWS Walcha office on 02 6777 4700 or Port Macquarie office on 02 6588 5555.
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Applies from Tue 18 Jun 2024, 4.26pm to Thu 31 Oct 2024, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 3 Sep 2024, 10.22am
Closed areas: Coachwood Road closed for remediation works
Coachwood Road between Kookaburra and Racecourse Trail is closed until further notice for remediation works following damage from recent weather events.
Please consider alternative roads, such as Hastings Forest Way and Kangaroo Flat Road during this time. Access to Carrai and Werrikimbe national parks remain open from Carrai Road and Racecourse Trail.
For more information, contact the NPWS Walcha office on 02 6777 4700 or Port Macquarie office on 02 6588 5555.
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Applies from Mon 24 Jul 2023, 2.39pm to Fri 24 Jul 2026, 2.39pm. Last reviewed: Mon 15 Jul 2024, 8.06am
Closed areas: West End of New England National Park closed
West end of New England National Park between Kilprotay Road & Hickeys Creek Road permanently closed.
For more information contact the local NPWS office on 02 6561 6700.
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Applies from Mon 1 Jul 2024, 10.02am to Fri 28 Feb 2025, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Mon 1 Jul 2024, 9.07am
Closed areas: Areas in Willi Willi national park closed for repair works
The following areas are closed for repair works until Friday 28 February 2025
- Wilson River picnic area
- Wilson River Bridge on Hastings Forest Way
- North Wilson Road
- Waterfall Walk
- Botanic Walk
Access to the Banda Banda Aboretum is open however extreme caution should be exercised. The trail becomes very slippery in damp or even misty weather and there is an increased risk of fallen trees blocking the trail. There are limited places to turn around safely if the trail is blocked. Visitors are encouraged to walk in to the Arboretum rather than drive.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office on 02 6588 5555.
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Applies from Thu 30 May 2024, 10.32am to Sat 26 Oct 2024, 11.12am. Last reviewed: Wed 18 Sep 2024, 8.49am
Closed areas: Trial Bay Gaol closed for internal works between 22nd June and 26th October 2024
The Trial Bay Gaol will be closed to the public from Saturday 22nd June through until Saturday 26th October 2024 for maintenance works to the internal structure of the Historic building.
The Trial Bay Gaol and Campground office will be relocated to NPWS Arakoon Depot on Cardwell St, Arakoon.
All campers staying at the Trial Bay Gaol campground are to check in at the Arakoon Depot or phone the campground office on 02 6566 6168 between 9am - 4.30pm daily.
For further information on the Trial Bay Gaol closure or Trial Bay Gaol campground bookings please contact the Trial Bay Gaol office on 02 6566 6168 or email trialbay.gaol@environment.nsw.gov.au
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Applies from Mon 1 Mar 2021, 11.38am. Last reviewed: Thu 18 Jul 2024, 8.26am
Closed areas: Area permanently closed - Mermaid Pools
Access to Mermaid Pools is permanently closed including for swimming. Sudden large swells and tides create major waves that wash over the rocks and pools.
Do not access this area. The severe conditions at this site have caused a number of significant injuries and deaths in the past.
Mermaid Pools have never been a designated visitor site due to the extreme nature of the surf and tides at this location. There is no approved public access walking track to Mermaid Pools.
For further information call the NPWS Verges Creek area office on 02 6561 6700.
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