Current alerts in this area
Last reviewed: Wed 27 March 2024, 9.15am
Applies from Mon 22 Jan 2024, 9.08am
to Sun 30 Jun 2024, 4.30pm.
Last reviewed: Wed 27 Mar 2024, 9.15am.
Safety alerts: Directions to Mungo from Balranald
Please be aware that Google maps are providing incorrect directions to Mungo from Balranald.
The only public access to the Mungo National Park, from Balranald, is via the Marma Box Creek Road and Turlee Leaghur Road.
Follow the brown tourists signs from Balranald.
There is no public access to Mungo National Park from the eastern side.
Applies from Fri 18 Aug 2023, 11.11am
to Sun 30 Jun 2024, 10.00am.
Last reviewed: Wed 27 Mar 2024, 9.15am.
Safety alerts: Unsealed Council access roads in variable condition
Council-managed access roads to Mungo National Park are unsealed and in variable condition. Before travelling on any unsealed roads, please check road condition reports for Balranald, Wentworth and Central Darling Shires. Do not travel on closed Council roads.
There are numerous access routes to Mungo National Park and conditions can change quickly due to the weather.
Applies from Thu 30 Nov 2023, 2.01pm
to Sun 30 Jun 2024, 4.30pm.
Last reviewed: Mon 18 Mar 2024, 2.10pm.
Closed areas: Mungo lakebed (bike) trail closed
The Mungo lakebed (bike) trail is closed.
The dual walking track and bike trail from Mungo Visitor Centre to Zanci Woolshed remains open.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office.
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Applies from Thu 4 Jan 2024, 9.33am
to Sun 30 Jun 2024, 9.33am.
Last reviewed: Fri 22 Mar 2024, 8.04am.
Safety alerts: Mungo Woolshed - Partial Closure
The southern section of the Mungo Woolshed is currently closed until 30 June 2024 while heritage conservation works are being undertaken. Please do not access areas beyond barriers and no entry signage.
The northern section is still open for visitor access.
For more information, please contact the local NPWS Office.
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Nearby alerts
Applies from Mon 11 Dec 2023, 11.45am. Last reviewed: Mon 18 Mar 2024, 2.52pm
Closed areas: Darling River campground is closed from campsite 30 to 34.
Darling River campground, on River Drive, is closed from campsite 30 to 34 for maintenance. Please do not drive past the barriers. For further information please contact the Broken Hill NPWS office on 08 8084 2880.
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Applies from Mon 9 Oct 2023, 12.00am to Sun 31 Mar 2024, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Sun 17 Mar 2024, 10.32am
Fire bans: NSW NPWS Riverina Area - Solid Fuel Fire Ban (SFFB) Commences October 9, 2023
A park fire ban is in place in the parks in the Riverina Area until 6pm 28 March 2024.
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)
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 Tue 26 Sep 2023, 12.56pm. Last reviewed: Tue 12 Mar 2024, 4.04pm
Closed areas: Woolpress Bend campgrounds closed
Woolpress Bend campgrounds are closed due to flood damage to access roads.
This closure will be in effect for several more months. For more information contact the local park office.
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Applies from Mon 10 Jan 2022, 1.16pm. Last reviewed: Mon 22 Jan 2024, 9.36am
Closed areas: Emu Lake Drive closed indefinitely for maintenance
Emu Lake Drive is a small road and it remains closed indefinitely due to ongoing maintenance.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information please contact the NPWS Broken Hill office on 08 8084 2880.
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Applies from Mon 15 Jan 2024, 10.09am. Last reviewed: Thu 18 Jan 2024, 12.45pm
Closed areas: Tandou Road is closed due to rain damage
Tandou Road from Woolshed Drive to Tandou boundary is closed due to rain damage and will remain closed until further notice. For further information please contact the Broken Hill NPWS office on 08 8084 2880.
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Applies from Thu 14 Dec 2023, 3.01pm. Last reviewed: Mon 25 Mar 2024, 8.59am
Safety alerts: Blue-Green Algae Advice
There is currently an AMBER alert for potentially toxic blue-green algae on Yanga Lake. At amber alert levels blue-green algae may be multiplying in numbers. The water may have a green tinge and musty or organic odour. The water should be considered as unsuitable for potable use and alternative supplies or prior treatment of raw water for domestic purposes should be considered. The water may also be unsuitable for stock watering. The water remains suitable for recreational use, however algal concentrations can change rapidly. Water users should use caution and avoid water where signs of blue-green algae present. For more information visit the Water NSW website https://www.waternsw.com.au/water-services/water-quality/algae-alerts
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