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Applies from Wed 30 Apr 2025, 8.04am to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 8.05am. Last reviewed: Wed 30 Apr 2025, 8.10am
Other planned events: Fire trail maintenance roadworks
Roadworks are occuring 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. Please observe and abide by signage for your own safety.
Penalties apply for non-compliance.
Fore more information contact Richmond River NPWS on 02 6627 0200 / npws.richmondriver@environment.nsw.gov.au
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Applies from Tue 29 Apr 2025, 3.59pm to Tue 20 May 2025, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 29 Apr 2025, 4.01pm
Closed areas: Protestors Falls walking track closed
Protestors Falls walking track will be closed to all pedestrians from the end of the Elevated board walk platform from Tuesday 29th April 2025 to Tuesday 20th May 2025. Closure is to carry out foot bridge replacement. Works will be weather dependent and closure may be extended. Terania Creek picnic area will remain open.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Alstonville NPWS office on 02 6627 0200 or email npws.richmondriver@environment.nsw.gov.au
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Applies from Tue 29 Apr 2025, 10.48am to Wed 31 Dec 2025, 10.49am. Last reviewed: Tue 29 Apr 2025, 11.00am
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.
Please contact Richmond River NPWS for more information - 02 6672 0200 / npws.richmondriver@environment.nsw.gov.au
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Applies from Thu 3 Apr 2025, 1.21pm to Thu 15 May 2025, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 28 Apr 2025, 9.36am
Closed areas: South Chowan Road Closure (east of Agarti Road only)
Part of South Chowan Road (east of Agarti Road) in Mt Jerusalem National Park is closed for landslip remediation works, culvert replacement and trail maintenance from Friday 4 April to Friday 16 June 2025.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Thu 20 Mar 2025, 4.37pm to Fri 30 May 2025, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 23 Apr 2025, 4.53pm
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.
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Applies from Wed 15 Jan 2025, 8.51am to Wed 31 Dec 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 1 May 2025, 12.58pm
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 Thu 20 Mar 2025, 11.46am to Fri 30 May 2025, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 23 Apr 2025, 5.01pm
Closed areas: Closed Areas within Border Ranges NP - Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred damage
For safety the below areas are closed due to damage caused by Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred until 10am Monday 30th May
• Brindle Creek walking track
• Helmholtzia loop walking track
• Booyong walking track
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 Thu 20 Mar 2025, 4.29pm to Sat 7 Jun 2025, 4.29pm. Last reviewed: Wed 23 Apr 2025, 4.39pm
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: Thu 10 Apr 2025, 2.49pm
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 Sat 15 Feb 2025, 11.20am. Last reviewed: Tue 22 Apr 2025, 8.52am
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 Mon 1 Jul 2024, 8.27am to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 28 Apr 2025, 9.13am
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.
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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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