Current alerts in this area
Last reviewed: Thu 22 May 2025, 7.33am
Applies from Tue 29 Apr 2025, 3.59pm
to Fri 20 Jun 2025, 4.00pm.
Last reviewed: Tue 20 May 2025, 10.15am.
Closed areas: Protestors Falls walking track closed
Protestors Falls walking track will be affected by closures from 29 April to 20 June 2025 for maintenance works to replace the footbridge. There will be no public access from the end of the elevated boardwalk platform. Terania Creek picnic area will remain open.
Closure may be extended due to weather events. Please follow all signs and directions of NPWS staff. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, email or call Alstonville NPWS office on 02 6627 0200.
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Applies from Tue 29 Apr 2025, 10.48am
to Wed 31 Dec 2025, 10.49am.
Last reviewed: Mon 5 May 2025, 9.15am.
Closed areas: Nightcap Range Road closed in both directions
Nightcap Range Road is closed to traffic in both directions due to a major landslip associated with the 2022 flood event. The closure affects the section of Nightcap Range Road between Rummery Road intersection and Telephone Road trailer parking area.
Access to Minyon Falls and Rummery Park is via Minyon Falls Road only.
An estimated repair date has not been determined. For more information, please email or call Richmond River NPWS on 02 6672 0200.
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Applies from Wed 30 Apr 2025, 8.04am
to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 8.05am.
Last reviewed: Mon 5 May 2025, 8.57am.
Other planned events: Fire trail maintenance roadworks
Road works are currently occurring in Nightcap National Park and Whian Whian State Conservation Area for the maintenance and repair of the fire trail network.
Heavy machinery will be operating in the area on various roads and trails. Signage will be in place indicating closures.
For your safety, please follow all signs and directions. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, email or call Richmond River NPWS on 02 6627 0200.
Applies from Thu 20 Mar 2025, 4.37pm
to Fri 30 May 2025, 8.00am.
Last reviewed: Mon 19 May 2025, 7.37am.
Closed areas: Areas closed due to damage caused by Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred
For safety, the following areas are closed until 30 May 2025 due to damage caused by Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred:
Areas will be opened once inspections, and any required works are completed.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please email or call NPWS Alstonville office on 02 6627 0200.
Applies from Mon 1 Jul 2024, 8.27am
to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 4.00pm.
Last reviewed: Thu 22 May 2025, 7.33am.
Safety alerts: North Rocks Road closed
North Rocks Road is closed until Monday 30 June 2025. The road is currently unsafe to traffic. This closure maybe extended, and any extension will be posted as soon as possible.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Alstonville area office on 02 6627 0200.
Nearby alerts
Applies from Mon 12 May 2025, 1.17pm to Wed 28 May 2025, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 23 May 2025, 1.22pm
Other planned events: Main Arm Road closure Wednesday 28 May 2025
National Parks & Wildlife Service (NPWS) is undertaking essential road maintenance in Mount Jerusalem National Park. Main Arm Road between Manns Road and the Mount Jerusalem National Park boundary, will be closed to vehicles from 7:00am to 4:00pm on Wednesday 28 May 2025. Works being conducted include the replacement of a damaged culvert. Heavy plant and machinery will be operating on Main Arm Road.
Access to the Manns Road track head, the Gidjuum Gulganyi walk, the Whiskey Creek walk, the Unicorn Falls walk and the Central Trails area will still be possible from Uki only via Manns Road.
Please follow the directions of roadwork signs and traffic control staff.
For further information please visit the NSW NPWS website or phone the local NPWS office on 02 6639 8000
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Applies from Wed 9 Apr 2025, 9.17am to Fri 30 May 2025, 9.18am. Last reviewed: Fri 23 May 2025, 10.50am
Closed areas: Eastern Access Tweed Range Scenic Drive Closed
The Tweed Range Scenic Drive will be closed between the eastern entrance at Barkers Vale to Bar Mountain until 30 May 2025 for road works.
Access to the Tweed Range Scenic Drive via the Wiangaree and Lynches Creek entrance will remain open between Sheepstation Creek and Bar Mountain including Brindle Creek and the Pinnacle Lookout.
This closure may be extended due to weather events. Please follow all signs and directions of NPWS staff. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
For more information, email or call NPWS Kyogle office on 02 6632 0000.
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Applies from Tue 4 Mar 2025, 5.47pm to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 22 May 2025, 7.41am
Closed parks: Reserves and conservation areas closed due to ex-tropical cyclone Alfred
For safety, some reserves and conservation areas are closed until Monday 30 June due to damage caused by ex-tropical cyclone Alfred. Areas will be opened once inspections, and any necessary works, are completed.
Penalties apply for non-compliance.
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Applies from Thu 20 Mar 2025, 11.46am to Fri 30 May 2025, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 22 May 2025, 7.42am
Closed areas: Closed Areas within Border Ranges NP - Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred damage
For safety the below area is closed due to damage caused by Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred until 10am Monday 30th May
• Helmholzia Loop
These Closures are weather dependent and may be extended.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information contact NPWS Kyogle office on 02 6632 0000 or email npws.richmondriver@environment.nsw.gov.au
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Applies from Mon 12 May 2025, 12.50pm to Tue 27 May 2025, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 20 May 2025, 8.16am
Other planned events: Manns Road closure Tuesday 27 May 2025
National Parks & Wildlife Service (NPWS) is undertaking essential road repairs in Mount Jerusalem National Park. Manns Road north of the Manns Road track head will be closed to vehicles from 7:00am to 4:00pm on Tuesday 27 May 2025. Works being conducted include the replacement of a damaged culvert. Heavy plant and machinery will be operating on Manns Road during this time.
Access to the Manns Road track head, the Gidjuum Gulganyi walk, the Whiskey Creek walk, the Unicorn Falls walk and the Central Trails area will still be possible from Main Arm only via Main Arrn Road.
Please follow the directions of roadwork signs and traffic control staff.
For further information please visit the NSW NPWS website or phone the local NPWS office on 02 6639 8000.
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Applies from Fri 4 Apr 2025, 2.54pm to Thu 29 May 2025, 2.54pm. Last reviewed: Thu 22 May 2025, 12.16pm
Closed parks: National Parks closed due to ex-tropical cyclone Alfred
For safety, this park or reserve is closed until further notice, due to damage caused by Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred. Areas will be opened once inspections, and any necessary works, are completed.
Penalties apply for non-compliance.
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Applies from Tue 29 Apr 2025, 10.48am to Wed 31 Dec 2025, 10.49am. Last reviewed: Mon 5 May 2025, 9.15am
Closed areas: Nightcap Range Road closed in both directions
Nightcap Range Road is closed to traffic in both directions due to a major landslip associated with the 2022 flood event. The closure affects the section of Nightcap Range Road between Rummery Road intersection and Telephone Road trailer parking area.
Access to Minyon Falls and Rummery Park is via Minyon Falls Road only.
An estimated repair date has not been determined. For more information, please email or call Richmond River NPWS on 02 6672 0200.
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Applies from Wed 30 Apr 2025, 3.00pm to Thu 18 Sep 2025, 2.32pm. Last reviewed: Wed 30 Apr 2025, 2.34pm
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 ongoing program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting a ground baiting program from 1 May to 1 September 2025 as part of for ongoing programs. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of feral animals’ wild dogs and foxes.
The program will take place in Mt Nullum Nature Reserve.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise impact of wild dogs 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 Tweed Byron NPWS area office for more information on 02 6639 8300
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Applies from Mon 28 Apr 2025, 11.56am to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 11.57am. Last reviewed: Wed 30 Apr 2025, 2.04pm
Other planned events: Wategos Beach picnic shelter and barbecues closed for upgrade works
The picnic shelter and barbecues at Wategos Beach will be closed from 28 April to 2 June 2025 for upgrade works. The beach and surrounding park areas will remain open to the public.
Please stay away from construction areas and follow all signs and directions of NPWS staff. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Thu 19 Dec 2024, 1.52pm. Last reviewed: Mon 28 Apr 2025, 9.37am
Other planned events: Kings Beach – not clothing optional
Kings Beach in Broken Head Nature Reserve is a culturally significant place for local Aboriginal people and members of the LGBTQIA+ community. For decades, the beach has been a place for social connection, leisure, and at times grief - with the ashes of people lost to AIDS scattered there over the years.
Kings Beach continues to be a place for the LGBTQIA+ community to enjoy, however due to increased visitation and the shared nature of this beloved destination, Kings Beach is not a designated clothing optional area.
All visitors have the right to feel safe and enjoy the beach without harassment and NPWS Officers play an important role in conserving this protected habitat. Please comply with the Broken Head Reserve Plan of Management and respect each other’s right to enjoy the beach in peace and safety.
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Applies from Wed 15 Jan 2025, 8.51am to Wed 31 Dec 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Sat 17 May 2025, 9.56am
Other planned events: Vehicle access to Mount Jerusalem Central Trails, Unicorn Falls and Whiskey Creek walk
NPWS advises visitors to travel via Uki using Rowlands Creek Road and Manns Road to access the following locations:
- Mount Jerusalem Central trails
- Unicorn Falls walking track
- Whiskey Creek walk
Byron Shire Council are currently undertaking flood restoration works within the Main Arm valley, expected to be completed by early 2026. These works include the restoration and repair of culverts and causeways along Main Arm Road, which is the main vehicle access to Mount Jerusalem National Park when approaching from Mullumbimby. Byron Shire Council have advised that Main Arm Road should only be used by local traffic.
For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 6639 8300.
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Applies from Mon 3 Feb 2025, 9.00am to Fri 26 Jun 2026, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 19 May 2025, 8.42am
Closed areas: Baranbali & Wabba Road Closure
Some parts of this park are closed from Monday 3 February to June 2026 while major road repairs continue. The closed areas are:
- Baranbali Road
- Wabba Road
Penalties apply for non-compliance.
Contact Byron Bay office for further information 02 6639 8300
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Applies from Thu 20 Mar 2025, 4.29pm to Sat 7 Jun 2025, 4.29pm. Last reviewed: Mon 19 May 2025, 7.37am
Closed parks: National park closed due to damage caused by Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred
For safety, Toonumbar National Park is closed until 7th June due to damage caused by Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred. The park will be opened once inspections, and any necessary works, are completed.
Penalties apply for non-compliance.
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Applies from Wed 2 Apr 2025, 4.09pm to Fri 27 Jun 2025, 4.10pm. Last reviewed: Mon 12 May 2025, 8.51am
Closed areas: North Chowan Road Closure
North Chowan Road within Mount Jerusalem National Park is closed for landslip remediation works, culvert replacement and trail maintenance from Friday 4 April to Friday 27 June 2025.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Fri 30 Aug 2024, 4.06pm to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 19 May 2025, 7.36am
Closed parks: Walking Track Closed - Wilsons Nature Reserve
The Walking track is currently closed until further notice. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact NPWS Alstonville office on 02 66270 200 or email npws.richmondriver@environment.nsw.gov.au
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Applies from Sat 15 Feb 2025, 11.20am. Last reviewed: Fri 23 May 2025, 10.17am
Closed areas: Border Loop Lookout closed for roadworks
The Border Loop Lookout and walking track will be closed to all visitors to allow for essential roadworks on the Lions Road.
The Lions Road will be closed to all visitors between Standfield's Bridge at Cougal and the Queensland border.
Further information is available on the Live Traffic NSW website.
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Applies from Fri 30 Jun 2023, 5.44pm. Last reviewed: Thu 24 Apr 2025, 8.28am
Closed areas: Wollumbin (Mount Warning) summit track and summit closed
Parts of Wollumbin National Park, including the Korrumbyn Creek picnic area, Lyrebird walking track, and visitor facilities at Breakfast Creek, are open.
Parking at Korrumbyn Creek and Breakfast Creek is limited.
Wollumbin (Mount Warning) summit track and the summit remain closed. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
For further information visit our webpage at www.environment.nsw.gov.au/topics/wollumbin-national-park. For up to date visitor information check www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/visit-a-park/parks/wollumbin-national-park
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Applies from Mon 2 Dec 2024, 8.01am to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 8.02am. Last reviewed: Thu 17 Apr 2025, 1.49pm
Closed areas: Toonumbar Forest Drive & Coxs Road Closure
Toonumbar Forest Drive and Coxs Road are closed until winter 2025. Estimated re-opening date is June following completion of maintenance works.
Both roads are not safely trafficable in wet conditions and are therefore seasonally closed from late spring until late autumn dependant on rainfall during the wet season. There may also be additional closures during forecast weather events and damage during the winter period.
This closure will affect the following areas:
- Murray Scrub Lookout
- Sherwood Lookout
Iron Pot Creek Campground and Murray Scrub Walking track can be accessed via Murray Scrub Road.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact Kyogle NPWS office on 02 6632 0000 or email npws.richmondriver@environment.nsw.gov.au
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