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Applies from Mon 1 Jun 2026, 9.00am to Fri 19 Jun 2026, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Wed 10 Jun 2026, 11.10am
Other planned events: Planned Aerial Spraying - Temporary Area Closures
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NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be controlling invasive bitou bush using aerial spraying in selected coastal areas of Limeburners Creek, Goolawah, and Hat Head National Parks between 15 and 19 June 2026.
To ensure public safety, temporary closures will be in place on the day of spraying only in affected areas. These closures will include:
Limeburners Creek National Park - planned week commencing 15th June
- Big Hill Walk Track and Big Hill Back Beach
- Plomer Back Beach (southern end)
- Plomer Road (south of Point Plomer Campground to The Broken Bit)
- Queens Head Day Use Area
- North Shore Beach
Goolawah National Park - planned week commencing 15th June
- Goolawah Beach (Crescent/Back Beach), including the 4WD beach access road to Racecourse Campground
- Racecourse Headland car park
Hat Head National Park - planned week commencing 15th June
- Killick Beach (from Richardsons Crossing to Hungry Headland)
- Killick Beach 4WD access road (from Hungry Road and Kemps Headland Road)
- Kemps Headland to Connors Beach walking track
- The Gap car park
- Connors Hill Trail
- Korogoro Circuit Walking Track
- Smoky Beach (from Hat Head township to Smoky Cape Campground).
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Please note that closures will apply only while operations are underway in the area. NPWS staff will be onsite during closures, and affected areas will be reopened approximately one hour after treatment, once the spray has dried on vegetation.
For further information, please contact NPWS Hastings Macleay at npws.hastingsmacleay@environment.nsw.gov.au
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Applies from Mon 25 May 2026, 3.02pm to Fri 12 Jun 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 9 Jun 2026, 8.28am
Other planned events: Fox and Feral Dog Trapping Program
National Parks and Wildlife Service, Hastings Macleay is conducting a soft-jaw trapping program in Maria National Park from 25 May to 5 June 2026.
The operation will use soft-jaw traps with lures for the control of foxes and wild dogs. The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on native wildlife, especially Koalas. Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW National Parks managed lands. Visitors are advised to avoid interfering with any pest control equipment or activities undertaken by NPWS staff and authorised contractors. In the event of encountering a trapped animal, do not approach or contact the animal.
For more information, contact the NPWS Macleay office on 6561 6700 (business hours) or NPWS after-hours call centre on 1300 056 294 (after hours).
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Applies from Sat 28 Feb 2026, 9.08am. Last reviewed: Sun 7 Jun 2026, 2.19pm
Closed areas: Karamea Homestead closed due to flood damage
The following area is closed from Tuesday 20th May 2025 until further notice due to impacts from the May 2025 flooding and severe weather event:
The Homestead will reopen when the damage has been rectified and the site is safe.
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Applies from Sat 6 Jun 2026, 9.17am to Fri 12 Jun 2026, 4.22pm. Last reviewed: Sat 6 Jun 2026, 9.38am
Closed areas: Moses Rock Road in Wild Cattle Creek State Forest will be closed at the Cascade Creek bridge for maintenance work from Wed 10th June to Fri 12th June.
Moses Rock Road in Wild Cattle Creek State Forest will be closed at the Cascade Creek bridge for maintenance work from Wed 10th June to Fri 12th June
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Applies from Fri 5 Jun 2026, 2.47pm to Fri 19 Jun 2026, 2.48pm. Last reviewed: Fri 5 Jun 2026, 2.51pm
Closed areas: Point Lookout Road - 4WD access only.
Point Lookout Road is currently not suitable for 2WD vehicles. The road is wet and slippery in sections because of heavy rainfall. Roadworks are scheduled to repair the road when conditions allow - Point Lookout Road is managed by Armidale Council. Take care and drive safely.
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).
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Applies from Mon 1 Jun 2026, 8.51am to Fri 30 Jun 2028, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 4 Jun 2026, 10.49am
Closed areas: Lyrebird Link track closed
Lyrebird Link track closed. Temporary access to walks via a steep detour.
The Lyrebird Link ramp to the walking tracks from the Dorrigo Rainforest Centre has been closed to address safety risks. Temporary access to the walks via a short steep detour (18 degrees or 1 in 3) is unsuitable for mobility impaired visitors and prams. This will be the only available walk access until the Glade reopens. Please ask at the information counter for advice and directions.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Dorrigo Rainforest Centre on 02 6657 5913 or Coffs Coast Area Office on 02 6652 0900
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Applies from Mon 2 Feb 2026, 7.00am to Fri 19 Jun 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 4 Jun 2026, 10.42am
Closed areas: Lyrebird Lane and the Glade carpark closed
Lyrebird Lane and the Glade carpark are closed to vehicles and pedestrians until 5pm Friday 19th June 2026 for civil works.
The Glade carpark is being redeveloped and the temporary visitors centre is under construction in the Glade. Lyrebird Lane and the Glade carpark will be closed to visitors until the works are completed. The Glade picnic area will still be open to pedestrians via the Wonga Walk, with all parking at the Rainforest Centre precinct.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Dorrigo Rainforest Centre on 02 6657 5913 or Coffs Coast Area Office on 02 6652 0900.
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Applies from Sat 25 Apr 2026, 7.00am to Tue 16 Jun 2026, 7.00am. Last reviewed: Sat 30 May 2026, 12.14pm
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 Aerial Baiting Program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an aerial baiting program from 2nd May 2026 to 16th May 2026.
The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.
The program will take place in Barakee National Park, Barrakee State Conservation Area, Biriwal Bulga National Park, Bugan Nature Reserve, Ghin-Doo-Ee National Park, Goonook Nature Reserve, Talawahl Nature Reserve, Tapin Tops National Park and Wallamba Nature Reserve.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species and to minimise the 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 NPWS Manning Great Lakes Area office for more information on (02) 6591 0300.
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Applies from Mon 20 Apr 2026, 10.10am to Mon 31 Aug 2026, 10.11am. Last reviewed: Tue 9 Jun 2026, 8.57am
Closed areas: Barokee Campground Closed Due to Maintenance
Barokee Campground will be closed from 10am Monday 13 April to 10am Sunday 31st August 2026 for maintenance. The Day Use Area and Walking tracks are now publicly accessible. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please call the NPWS Northern Tablelands Area office on 02 6739 0700.
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Applies from Mon 27 Oct 2025, 12.00am to Sat 4 Jul 2026, 12.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 26 May 2026, 11.46am
Closed areas: Dangars Gorge closed for precinct upgrade
The Dangars Gorge precinct in Oxley Wild Rivers NP is strictly closed from Monday 27 October 2025 to Friday 3 July 2026 while visitor facilities are being upgraded. The areas that will be closed include:
- Dangars Gorge Campground
- Dangars Falls Picnic Area
- Dangars Falls lookouts
- McDirtys walking track
- Sailsbury Waters walking track
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local Armidale NPWS office (02 6738 9100).
NPWS will be making improvements to the campground, walking tracks and signage upgrades as well as installing a new pedestrian bridge.
During this time, visitors to Oxley Wild Rivers NP can still access other visitor precincts, such as Long Point, Gara Gorge, Wollomombi Falls, and for the more adventurous, Riverside or Halls Peak. Please note that access to Riverside and Halls Peak requires an access permit and a low-range 4WD vehicle. More information can be found on the NPWS website https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/
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Applies from Thu 7 May 2026, 8.00am to Fri 3 Jul 2026, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 29 May 2026, 6.02pm
Closed areas: Partial park closure for weed management
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be controlling invasive environmental weeds using hand spraying in selected coastal dune areas of Limeburners Creek National Park between Thursday 7 May and Friday 3 July 2026.
Temporary closures will be in place on the day of spraying only in affected areas. These closures will include walking trail access to Barries Bay Beach north of Point Plomer.
The program is designed to reduce infestations of invasive weeds species such as bitou bush, lantana, senna and morning glory.
Please contact the Kempsey NPWS Office on (02) 6561 6700 for more information.
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Applies from Sun 1 Feb 2026, 2.25pm to Thu 31 Dec 2026, 2.27pm. Last reviewed: Thu 21 May 2026, 9.06am
Closed parks: Curracabundi National Park closure for ground shooting for feral animal control
Curracabundi National Park is closed for ground pest control operation
Curracabundi National Park (Rockglen, Lea Hurst. Monkeycot, Karamea precincts) is closed 9am, Monday 2 February 2026 to 1030am, Tuesday 30 June 2026 for a ground pest control operation. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Barrington Tops Area Office 02 6538 5300.
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Applies from Mon 13 Apr 2026, 8.30am to Tue 30 Jun 2026, 8.31am. Last reviewed: Wed 20 May 2026, 8.36am
Other planned events: 1080 Aerial and Ground Baiting Operations
National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will commence a 1080 ground and aerial baiting program on the 13th April 2026 to the 30th June 2026 on the following reserves:
- Bald Rock National Park
- Barool National Park
- Basket Swamp National Park
- Bluff River Nature Reserve
- Bolivia Hill Nature Reserve
- Boonoo Boonoo National Park
- Butterleaf National Park and State Conservation Area
- Capoompeta National Park
- Cataract National Park and State Conservation Area
- Cathedral Rock National Park
- Crooked Creek National Park
- Donnybrook National Park
- Gibraltar Range National Park
- Gibraltar Nature Reserve
- Guy Fawkes River National Park
- Guy Fawkes River Nature Reserve
- Kings Plains National Park
- Kwiambal CCAZ1 (Arthurs Seat)
- Kwiambal National Park
- Little Llangothlin Nature Reserve
- Maryland National Park
- Maroomba State Conservation Area
- Nymboida National Park
- Severn River Nature Reserve
- Torrington State Conservation Area
- Warra National Park
- Washpool National Park
- Washpool State Conservation Area
The operations will use meat baits containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes. Signs will be placed at the entry to all the baiting locations. Domestic pets are not permitted in NPWS 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 locations. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
For further information call the NPWS Northern Tablelands Area office on 02 6739 0700.
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Applies from Tue 28 Oct 2025, 12.11pm. Last reviewed: Fri 8 May 2026, 9.18am
Closed areas: New England National Park walking track closures
The following areas are closed for public safety, to allow NPWS to assess and manage rockfall hazards.
- Eagles Nest walking track
- All access to Weeping Rock
For further information please contact the NPWS Coffs Coast area office on 02 6652 0900.
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Applies from Tue 25 Jul 2023, 7.14am. Last reviewed: Fri 8 May 2026, 9.18am
Closed areas: Landslip on Hanging Rock Road in State forest
Access to Kosekai Lookout is currently NOT possible via Hanging Rock Road due to a section of Hanging Rock Road being damaged during March 2021 flooding event. The damaged section of road is managed by Forestry Corporation. Access to the lookout is now only possible in 4WD vehicles from the south via Boat Harbour Road and then turning onto Kosekai Road
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Applies from Tue 21 Apr 2026, 10.40am to Sun 14 Jun 2026, 10.42am. Last reviewed: Thu 4 Jun 2026, 7.38am
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 Aerial Baiting Program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an aerial baiting program from 2 May to 16 May 2026 in the following reserves:
- Barrington Tops National Park/State Conservation Area
- Towarri National Park / Wingen Maid Nature Reserve / Cedar Brush Nature Reserve
- Wallabadah Nature Reserve
- Woolooma National Park
- Ben Halls Gap Nature Reserve/National Park
- Camerons Gorge Nature Reserve/State Conservation Area
- Curracabundi National Park/State Conservation Area, Bretti Nature Reserve, Mernot Nature Reserve, Watchimbark Nature Reserve, Woko National Park, Monkeycot Nature Reserve, Coneac State Conservation Area, Camels Hump Nature Reserve, Khatambuhl Nature Reserve
- Copeland Tops State Conservation Area
- Berrico Nature Reserve
- The Glen Nature Reserve
- Barakee National Park
The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise the impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock.
Signs will be placed at authorised entrances to the baiting location. Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW National Parks and most other NPWS managed land. 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 NPWS Gloucester Office on 02 6538 5300 or Scone Office on 02 6540 2300 for more information.
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Applies from Tue 30 Sep 2025, 4.45pm. Last reviewed: Wed 8 Apr 2026, 9.27am
Closed parks: Yessabah 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 Mon 5 May 2025, 1.46pm. Last reviewed: Mon 11 May 2026, 9.43am
Other planned events: Koala Hospital Closure
Please be advised that the Port Macquarie Koala Hospital (managed by Koala Conservation Australia) next door to Roto House Historic Site will be closed for redevelopment until mid-2026.
The National Parks Roto House and its thriving café ‘Home at Roto House’ will continue to operate as normal, open 7days, 8:30-2pm.
Check out their website for upcoming events: https://www.homeatroto.com.au/
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Applies from Wed 28 Sep 2022, 3.55pm. Last reviewed: Tue 7 Apr 2026, 11.34am
Closed areas: Doon Goonge campground closed
Doon Goonge campground is closed for public safety.
Alternate nearby campgrounds include Dalmorton, Thungutti, Cod Hole and Platypus Flat, that can be booked on the NPWS website.
For more information, contact the NPWS Coffs Coast area office on 02 6652 0900.
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Applies from Mon 9 Mar 2026, 8.00am to Tue 9 Mar 2027, 11.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 13 May 2026, 10.12am
Closed parks: Chaelundi National Park, Flora Reserve and State Conservation Area closed for pest control operations
Chaelundi National Park, Flora Reserve and State Conservation Area will be closed for pest control operations until 09 March 2027.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Coffs Coast Area office on 02 6652 0900.
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Applies from Wed 18 Feb 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 27 May 2026, 9.00am
Safety alerts: Sherwood Forest Drive is 4wd and dry weather only
Sherwood Forest Drive is a 4WD, dry weather only road.
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Applies from Mon 15 Dec 2025, 10.02am. Last reviewed: Thu 4 Jun 2026, 11.17am
Closed areas: Sid Burke Rest Area closed for works
Please be advised Sid Burke Rest Area is closed until further notice.
Emergency works are being undertaken to fix vandalised amenities building.
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Applies from Fri 23 Jan 2026, 2.42pm. Last reviewed: Mon 18 May 2026, 10.54am
Safety alerts: Safety Alert - Changed Road conditions: Waihou Rd 5T load limit
Waihou Rd has a 5 Tonne load limit due to a damaged bridge and a damaged culvert.
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Applies from Mon 23 Dec 2024, 9.57am to Thu 31 Dec 2026, 10.01am. Last reviewed: Tue 14 Apr 2026, 10.29am
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 Tue 9 Dec 2025, 10.23am. Last reviewed: Mon 1 Jun 2026, 2.43pm
Closed areas: Scrub Bird Walking Track Closed
The Scrub Bird walking track is closed until further notice due to a significant tree fall.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Port Macquarie NPWS office on (02) 6588 5555.
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Applies from Sat 6 Jul 2024, 4.02pm. Last reviewed: Mon 1 Jun 2026, 2.43pm
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 Tue 19 Mar 2024, 9.25pm. Last reviewed: Mon 13 Apr 2026, 9.20pm
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.
Closed areas: Closed for ground pest control operations
Pest animal control shooting operations will also occur in these areas
Shooting operations will occur on select nights throughout this period. The operations will run from sunset to sunrise in areas that are closed for public access.
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 Mon 24 Jul 2023, 2.39pm to Fri 24 Jul 2026, 2.39pm. Last reviewed: Fri 20 Mar 2026, 10.15am
Closed areas: West End Trail - New England NP - Closed.
West End Trail in New England NP permanently closed due to multiple bridges out.
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Applies from Mon 14 Oct 2024, 4.15pm. Last reviewed: Wed 10 Jun 2026, 1.48pm
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 Mon 21 Mar 2022, 10.41am. Last reviewed: Fri 3 Apr 2026, 3.10pm
Closed areas: Suttons road closed permanently due to storm damage road failure
Suttons road is closed to vehicle traffic following the second major pavement collapse in an area of highly dispersible soils. Alternate access is via Granite Pit or McMullens roads.
For further information please contact the NPWS Coffs Coast area office on 02 6652 0900.
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