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Applies from Mon 29 May 2023, 2.31pm to Tue 30 May 2023, 8.30am. Last reviewed: Mon 29 May 2023, 2.33pm
Closed areas: Mungo Visitor Centre closed for renovations
Mungo Visitor Centre is closed while contractors complete the installation of new windows and doors. The toilets and showers remain open during these works.
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Applies from Mon 1 May 2023, 9.25am to Thu 31 Aug 2023, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Wed 24 May 2023, 12.04pm
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.
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Applies from Mon 1 May 2023, 12.00pm to Fri 2 Jun 2023, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Wed 24 May 2023, 12.03pm
Safety alerts: House mice population increase
There is an increase in the house mice population occurring within the park due to current seasonal conditions. Please ensure you have adequate safe storage for food stuffs and essential items.
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Applies from Wed 8 Mar 2023, 4.04pm to Sun 4 Jun 2023, 11.59am. Last reviewed: Tue 23 May 2023, 8.54am
Closed areas: Murray Valley Regional Park, Bama precinct Campground closures
Camping in the Murray Valley Regional Park, Bama precinct is closed due to recent flooding and continued wet conditions. Bookings can be made at other nearby Campgrounds Benarca campgrounds | NSW National Parks.
Remember, it’s never safe to drive, ride or walk through flood waters. 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 Griffith park office on 02 6966 8100.
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Applies from Mon 20 Mar 2023, 12.18pm to Sun 4 Jun 2023, 11.59am. Last reviewed: Tue 23 May 2023, 8.54am
Closed areas: Murray Valley Regional Park, Deniliquin precinct areas closed due to flooding
The following areas are closed from 20 August 2022 to 26 May 2023 due to widespread flooding:
Closed attractions include:
- Deniliquin mountain bike trails
- Muna/Lagoon campground
- Lip-Lip-Wil/Yabby campground
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 02 6966 8100.
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Applies from Wed 24 May 2023, 10.01am to Sat 1 Jul 2023, 10.02am. Last reviewed: Thu 18 May 2023, 10.10am
Other planned events: 1080 Fox Baiting
The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a baiting program using Meat Baits containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of Foxes. The program will be conducted between the 24th of May and the 1st of July 2023 in Nest Hill Nature Reserve.
Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location. 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.
For further information please call NPWS Tumut on (02) 6947 7000.
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Applies from Sat 13 May 2023, 12.23pm to Sun 4 Jun 2023, 12.24pm. Last reviewed: Thu 25 May 2023, 9.45am
Other planned events: Aerial Shooting Program
NPWS will be conducting an aerial control program between 27 May and 4 June 2023. The program is for the management of feral pigs and other vertebrate pest animals within Yanga reserves. No visitor areas are affected but some areas may be closed to the public during the control operations. If poor weather occurs, it may not be possible to undertake the control in some reserves.
Aerial shooting supplements other control measures which can include trapping, mustering, ground shooting and baiting.
NPWS takes a strategic and integrated approach to pest management on lands we manage. We aim to minimise the adverse impacts of pests on biodiversity, cultural values, neighbours, and the community. Only qualified and appropriately trained personnel will participate in this program.
For more information please contact the Yanga National Park office on (03) 5020 1764.
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Applies from Wed 12 Apr 2023, 5.33pm. Last reviewed: Tue 16 May 2023, 9.44pm
Closed areas: Tin Mines Camping Area - Heavy Machinery
Heavy Machinery working in Tin Mines campsite area
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Applies from Thu 4 May 2023, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 25 May 2023, 9.44am
Closed areas: Woolpress Bend campgrounds closed due to flooding
Woolpress Bend campgrounds are closed due to impacts of flooding. The campgrounds are slowly drying out and will remain closed until the end of July at this stage due to major damage to access roads.
For more information, contact the local park office on 03 5020 1764.
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Applies from Thu 30 Mar 2023, 10.22am. Last reviewed: Thu 4 May 2023, 10.09am
Safety alerts: Blue Green Algae Alert
There is currently a Blue Green Algae AMBER Alert for Yanga Lake. Blue-green algae may be multiplying, and the water may have a green tinge and musty or organic taste and 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. Generally suitable for water sports, however people are advised to exercise caution in these areas, as blue-green algal concentrations can rise to red alert levels quickly under warm, calm weather conditions. More info available at www.waternsw.com.au/algae
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Applies from Tue 28 Feb 2023, 11.06am. Last reviewed: Thu 4 May 2023, 1.16pm
Safety alerts: Roads damaged due to flooding
Access roads in this park have been affected by flooding from the Murray River. Roads may be slippery with uneven surfaces when exposed by receding flood water.
Be cautious accessing the park as roads may still be blocked from flood debris.
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 most areas in this park.
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 NPWS Buronga office on 03 5021 8900.
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Applies from Thu 1 Sep 2022, 9.16am to Fri 30 Jun 2023, 9.16am. Last reviewed: Mon 29 May 2023, 4.24pm
Safety alerts: Safety risk of unexploded ordnances (UXO) in Livingstone National Park
You must keep to marked trails, walking tracks and roads when visiting Livingstone National Park.
This is because of the safety risk around unexploded ordinances (UXO) within the park. There are signs on the ground at all entrances to the risk area.
No camping or digging of any kind is permitted within the risk area.
For more information, contact the NPWS Tumut area office on 02 6947 7000.
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Applies from Wed 7 Jul 2021, 11.36am. Last reviewed: Fri 21 Apr 2023, 9.12am
Closed areas: Lookouts closed on Jacks Creek walking track
Lookouts along the Jacks Creek walking track are closed indefinitely due to dangerous cliff edges.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the Griffith NPWS office.
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