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Last reviewed: Tue 7 April 2026, 6.53pm
Applies from Wed 1 Apr 2026, 12.17pm.
Last reviewed: Tue 7 Apr 2026, 6.53pm.
Safety alerts: Elevated bushfire risk
Due to warm, dry conditions there is currently an elevated risk of bushfires.
Due to the risk of starting or becoming trapped by bushfire off-track/ backcountry/ bush camping is currently not permitted. Camping is currently only permitted within designated campgrounds.
If lighting a fire or using a device that may cause a fire follow these rules:
- Check the NSW Rural Fire Service website for the latest information on Fire Danger Rating or Total Fire Bans
- Solid fuel fires are only permitted in designated national park fireplaces
- Clear all flammable material within at least two metres of the fire / ignition source
- Ensure you have a way to extinguish the fire (minimum of a bucket of water or fire extinguisher)
- Keep fires small, attended, and supervised at all times
- Never leave a fire unattended or burning overnight
- Fully extinguish campfires using water – soak, stir, and repeat until cold
- During hot, dry or windy conditions, fires can become dangerous quickly — if conditions worsen, fires should be put out early, don’t wait to be told
Report any unattended or unsafe fires to the local NPWS office 6843 4000, or in the event of a bush fire or other emergency call 000.
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Applies from Wed 1 Apr 2026, 12.17pm. Last reviewed: Tue 7 Apr 2026, 6.53pm
Safety alerts: Elevated bushfire risk
Due to warm, dry conditions there is currently an elevated risk of bushfires.
Due to the risk of starting or becoming trapped by bushfire off-track/ backcountry/ bush camping is currently not permitted. Camping is currently only permitted within designated campgrounds.
If lighting a fire or using a device that may cause a fire follow these rules:
- Check the NSW Rural Fire Service website for the latest information on Fire Danger Rating or Total Fire Bans
- Solid fuel fires are only permitted in designated national park fireplaces
- Clear all flammable material within at least two metres of the fire / ignition source
- Ensure you have a way to extinguish the fire (minimum of a bucket of water or fire extinguisher)
- Keep fires small, attended, and supervised at all times
- Never leave a fire unattended or burning overnight
- Fully extinguish campfires using water – soak, stir, and repeat until cold
- During hot, dry or windy conditions, fires can become dangerous quickly — if conditions worsen, fires should be put out early, don’t wait to be told
Report any unattended or unsafe fires to the local NPWS office 6843 4000, or in the event of a bush fire or other emergency call 000.
Affects 5 parks and 11 locations nearby. Show list
Applies from Thu 9 Apr 2026, 11.39am to Sun 31 May 2026, 12.27pm. Last reviewed: Tue 7 Apr 2026, 3.30pm
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 aerial baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an aerial baiting program in Avisford Nature Reserve (NR), Capertee National Park (NP) and managed Crown Land, Goulburn River NP, Mugii Murum-ban SCA and Munghorn Gap NR from Monday 20th April – Sunday 3rd May 2026.
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 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 Mudgee NPWS area office for more information on 02 6370 9000.
Affects 1 park and 5 locations nearby. Show list
Applies from Thu 2 Apr 2026, 1.02pm to Fri 17 Apr 2026, 1.03pm. Last reviewed: Fri 10 Apr 2026, 12.18pm
Closed areas: Acess to Goulburn River campgrounds impacted by roadworks- detour required
Access to the campground has been temporarily changed due to delays by Mid‑Western Regional Council in repairing the causeway on Mogo Road (phone #6378 2850).
This alternate route is not suitable for 2‑wheel‑drive vehicles or caravans. The detour is well signposted but requires driving past a private residence, following pink flagging tape, and crossing a paddock. For safety reasons, night‑time access is not recommended, and all drivers are asked to travel slowly and with care.
The impacted areas are:
- Big River Campground
- Spring Gully Campground
- Thompson's Flat
- Kelly's Gap
- Spring Gully Road
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Mudgee office #6370 9000.
Affects 1 park and 4 locations nearby. Show list
Applies from Wed 1 Oct 2025, 9.05am to Thu 30 Apr 2026, 12.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 1 Apr 2026, 12.57pm
Fire bans: Park Fire Ban - Mudgee Reserves
A park fire ban is in place in this park and remains in effect unless otherwise extended or removed. 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)
However the following campgrounds are exempt:
Capertee National Park
- Capertee Campground
- Honeyeater Homestead
- Capertee Homestead
- Capertee Cottage
Goulburn River National Park
- Spring Gully campground
- Big River campground
If a Total Fire Ban is in place, different rules apply. Contact the local park office before bringing a gas or electric barbecue or cooker.
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.
Affects 2 parks nearby. Show list
Applies from Thu 9 Oct 2025, 2.36pm to Tue 30 Jun 2026, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 9 Mar 2026, 10.27am
Closed areas: Closed areas: Towarri National Park partial closure for ground shooting for feral animal control
Areas within Towarri National Park may be intermittently closed from 5pm to 5am between Thursday 23 October 2025 to Tuesday 30 June 2026 for ground shooting for feral animal control.
Areas will be closed by signage. Do Not Enter. Penalties apply
Note: Washpools campground and picnic area will not be directly affected by these closures.
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