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Battery Causeway picnic area

Heathcote National Park

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Applies from Tue 31 Jan 2023, 7.00am to Thu 20 Apr 2023, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Wed 22 Mar 2023, 10.25am

Closed areas: Weekday closures due to track upgrades

Some areas in Royal National Park are undergoing trail upgrade works and will be closed on weekdays from Monday 30 January to Thursday 20 April 2023.

The closed areas are:

  • Uloola Falls trail and walking track 
  • Uloola Falls campground

You may experience delays during works. Please be cautious of machinery on the trail and follow directions of NPWS staff and contractors.

For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 9542 0648.

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Applies from Fri 3 Mar 2023, 12.07pm to Fri 28 Apr 2023, 12.07pm. Last reviewed: Wed 15 Mar 2023, 9.23am

Closed areas: Allambie Flat dry wall repair closures

Emergency repair work is being carried out on the heritage dry stone wall, at the entrance of the access road to Allambie Flat. The works will take place from Monday 20 March to Friday 28 April 2023.

Vehicle access is not permitted during the works from Monday to Friday, however will be reinstated each weekend, if conditions allow.

Pedestrian access to Audley Boatshed and picnic area is permitted from the north side of the building, via the Weir Flat grassed area. Alternative parking is available at Bus Stop Flat and Triangle carparks, across the weir.

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Applies from Mon 6 Mar 2023, 5.04pm to Sun 26 Mar 2023, 3.04pm. Last reviewed: Fri 17 Mar 2023, 2.37pm

Closed areas: Victoria Road and 10T fire trails closed for maintenance

Victoria Road fire trail will be closed Monday to Friday between 7:30am and 4:30pm, commencing on Tuesday 7 March 2023 to Saturday 25 March 2023. The trails are being upgraded as part of the NSW Fire Access and Fire Trail Plan (FAFT) and flood recovery programs.

This includes access to Minerva Pool from Victoria Road and Lysaght Road entrances to Dharawal National Park and to Stokes Creek Weir. The trails will be open on weekends during this time or outside of construction hours mentioned above on weekdays.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Illawarra NPWS Office on (02) 4224 4188.

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Applies from Mon 13 Feb 2023, 11.00am to Fri 28 Apr 2023, 1.36pm. Last reviewed: Wed 8 Mar 2023, 10.47am

Closed areas: Garawarra Farm Road weekday closure

Garawarra Farm Road will be closed on weekdays from Monday 13 February 2023 until late April 2023, due to road upgrade works.

There is no vehicle or pedestrian access during the closure period, and the road will be open on weekends.

On all other days, you can still walk past Garawarra Farm via Burgh Ridge track or Garawarra Ridge fire trail (from Otford).

For more information, contact the Royal National Park Visitor Centre on 02 9542 0648.

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Applies from Mon 6 Mar 2023, 3.07pm. Last reviewed: Fri 17 Mar 2023, 2.23pm

Closed areas: Jingga walking track closed for maintenance

Jingga walking track is closed until further notice. The walking track is currently being repaired. As soon as the track can be safely reopened, NPWS alerts will be updated.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Illawarra office on 02 4224 4188.

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Applies from Mon 6 Mar 2023, 5.55pm to Sun 26 Mar 2023, 2.57pm. Last reviewed: Fri 17 Mar 2023, 2.32pm

Closed areas: Access to Minerva Pool closed during weekdays

Minerva Pool is closed to public access from Monday to Friday between 7:30am and 4:30pm, commencing from Tuesday 7 March until Saturday 25 March 2023. The trails that lead to Minerva Pool are being upgraded as part of the NSW Fire Access and Fire Trail Plan (FAFT) and flood recovery programs. Access to Minerva Pool is permitted on weekends only during this time or outside of construction hours mentioned above on week days.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Illawarra NPWS Office on (02) 4224 4188.

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Applies from Tue 12 Jul 2022, 10.16am. Last reviewed: Fri 17 Mar 2023, 3.34pm

Safety alerts: Landslip on Lady Carrington Drive

Lady Carrington Drive has been impacted by the 2022 and February 2023 flash floods. Most of the trail surface is severely eroded and slippery. A portion of the track has been impacted by a landslip. Please travel through this section without stopping.

Please use this trail with caution. For more information, contact the local area office on 02 9542 0648.

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Applies from Wed 22 Feb 2023, 9.13am to Wed 5 Apr 2023, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Sat 18 Mar 2023, 9.49am

Other incidents: Bonnie Vale picnic area toilets - Limited operation

The amenities at Bonnie Vale picnic area are operating at a reduced capacity due to recent vandalism. The number of available stalls has reduced significantly, and some temporary facilities have been put in place until repairs are completed.

Please contact the Royal National Park Visitor Centre on 02 9542 0648 if you require further information.

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Applies from Mon 6 Feb 2023, 12.00am to Fri 30 Jun 2023, 2.33pm. Last reviewed: Mon 30 Jan 2023, 2.36pm

Closed areas: Mirang Campground Closed

Mirang Campground is closed for the forseeable future facilities maintenance and upgrades. Please check the website for updates on re-opening or call 9542 0648.

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Applies from Wed 7 Dec 2022, 7.00am to Wed 31 May 2023, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 9 Mar 2023, 10.10am

Other planned events: Honeymoon track closure

Honeymoon track will be closed on weekdays from Wednesday 1 March 2023 to Wednesday 31 May 2023 for upgrade works.

The track will be open on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays during the closure period.

Works may be extended due to wet weather. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.

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Applies from Sun 17 Apr 2022, 2.11pm. Last reviewed: Fri 17 Mar 2023, 3.34pm

Closed areas: Werrong Beach track closed

Werrong Beach track is closed due to a landslip. Further information will be available following a geotechnical assessment.

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Applies from Fri 6 May 2022, 11.03am. Last reviewed: Wed 8 Mar 2023, 10.39pm

Safety alerts: Curra Moors track in poor condition

Sections of Curra Moors walking loop track are in poor condition due to erosion. Please use caution and be aware of unstable edges.

Planning for repairs is in progress. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.

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Applies from Tue 12 Jul 2022, 4.30pm. Last reviewed: Fri 3 Mar 2023, 11.54am

Closed areas: Garie Road closed due to damage

Garie Road is closed until further notice due to damage to the road surface.

This road may remain closed for some time to allow for extensive repairs. A reopening date is not currently known.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. Please check Live Traffic NSW for updates before driving to Garie Beach.

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Applies from Mon 1 Aug 2022, 4.14pm. Last reviewed: Mon 27 Feb 2023, 8.50am

Closed areas: 10C management trail closed

The 10C management trail in Dharawal National Park is closed due to landslides until further notice, the trail will be re-opened when cleared and assessed as safe.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.

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