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Applies from Mon 29 Sep 2025, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 2 Oct 2025, 10.58am
Hazard reduction burns: Devils Hill HR
There is a planned Hazard Reduction burn in this park from 29/09/2025. The fire is called Devils Hill HR. Refer to the Rural Fire Service for latest information. Do not enter any closed area or area with fire. If you see an unattended fire call Triple Zero (000). Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information about fire safety in parks and reserves, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Mon 29 Sep 2025, 6.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 30 Sep 2025, 6.03pm
Closed areas: Areas closed for hazard reduction burning: Devils Hill HR
There is a planned Hazard Reduction burn in this park from 29/09/2025. The fire is called Devils Hill HR. Refer to the Rural Fire Service for latest information. Do not enter any closed area or area with fire. If you see an unattended fire call Triple Zero (000). Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information about fire safety in parks and reserves, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Fri 26 Sep 2025, 3.14pm to Sat 24 Jan 2026, 3.14pm. Last reviewed: Tue 30 Sep 2025, 3.16pm
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting a ground baiting program in Hunter Wetlands National Park from 30 September to 24 December 2025.
The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened shorebird species.
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.
For more information contact the Lower Hunter Area NPWS office on 4946 4100.
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Applies from Tue 30 Sep 2025, 7.28am to Fri 3 Oct 2025, 7.34am. Last reviewed: Tue 30 Sep 2025, 7.43am
Other planned events: Closed - Southern Pedestrian Access to Zenith Beach
Trackwork will be underway on the southern pedestrian access to Zenith Beach from Tuesday 30 September to Friday 3 October 2025. Please use the northern access from Tomaree Headland carpark. Tomaree Coastal Walk and Zenith Beach Loop Road are open. Drive safely and follow the directions of roadwork signs and NPWS staff.
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Applies from Fri 26 Sep 2025, 3.54pm. Last reviewed: Sat 27 Sep 2025, 12.12pm
Other incidents: National Parks picnic and camping area gas Bar-B-Ques not available at Neranie Campground
No NPWS supplied gas BBQ's are operational at Neranie campground and picnic areas due to recent storm damage. Visitors are advised to bring their own portable gas BBQ's when visiting the area.
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Applies from Tue 20 May 2025, 2.04pm. Last reviewed: Sat 27 Sep 2025, 9.51am
Closed areas: Flood affected areas within Myall Lakes National Park
The following areas in Myall Lakes National Park are closed due to flood impact:
- Multiple campgrounds and associated picnic areas (see list of effected areas)
- Yagon Road
- Gas BBQ's at Neranie and Mungo Brush Picnic Areas
For more information, call the Manning Great Lakes area office on 02 6591 0300 during business hours.
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Applies from Mon 30 Jun 2025, 10.19am. Last reviewed: Fri 26 Sep 2025, 3.45pm
Closed areas: Samurai Beach Vehicle Access and Campground temporarily closed due to flooding
Samurai Beach and campground is closed to vehicles from Monday 19th May 2025 until further notice due to flooding on the access road.
Conditions will be reviewed regularly, and the area will reopen when safe and flood waters recede.
Please follow the directions of National Parks and Wildlife Service personnel and/or signage.
Penalties apply for non-compliance.
For more information, please contact the NPWS Hunter Coast area office on 02 4984 8200.
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Applies from Fri 26 Sep 2025, 3.41pm to Fri 12 Dec 2025, 3.42pm. Last reviewed: Fri 26 Sep 2025, 3.44pm
Safety alerts: Worimi Conservation Lands Op en - Take Care when traversing the beachfront
Visitors are advised that beach front driving has reopened in the Worimi Conservation Lands.
Take caution at a pinch point 14km to 16km south of the Gan Gan entry, and do not attempt to drive this section if less than 2 hours before or after high tide.
Please remember to:
- Look out for storm debris, soft sand, erosion, washouts and drop-offs,
- Avoid driving through seawater, foam or large pools of water. Driving conditions can change rapidly.
- Check conditions before arriving, and if in doubt save your trip for another day.
Please follow the directions of National Parks and Wildlife Service personnel and/or signage. Do not drive over or behind the frontal dune or on any vegetation.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Nelson Bay area office on 02 4984 8200 from 8;30am to 4:30pm, Monday to Friday, excluding public holidays.
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Applies from Thu 25 Sep 2025, 3.07pm. Last reviewed: Thu 25 Sep 2025, 3.29pm
Other incidents: Bombah Point Ferry payment information
There is a vehicle ferry at Bombah Point which provides access across the lake (operates 8am - 6pm daily, fees apply). Under strong winds the ferry may be closed.
Ferry fees are as follows:
$2.50 per pedestrian
$5.50 per motorbike
$6.50 per car
$6.50 per caravan, trailer or boat trailer
$10.00 per 4 tonne or larger vehicle
Please note: There are NO EFTPOS facilities on the ferry, payment is CASH only. EFTPOS facilities are available at the NRMA Myall Lakes Holiday Park.
If you have any enquiries, please contact the local Manning Great Lakes office on 02 6591 0300
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Applies from Sat 23 Aug 2025, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 23 Sep 2025, 5.00pm
Other planned events: Road upgrades in Myall Lakes National Park
Multiple roads within Myall Lakes National Park are planned for upgrade under the Infrastructure Betterment Fund Program.
Visitors can expect minor changes to access during the following timeframes (weather permitting):
- Neranie Road: Oct – Nov 2025
- Korsmans Road: Oct – Dec 2025
- Mungo Brush Road - Stage 1 Reseal: Oct – Nov 2025
- Stoney Creek Road: Nov 2025 to March 2026
- Bombah Point Road: Oct 2025 to March 2026
- Yagon Road: March – April 2026
- Mungo Brush Road – Stage 2: July - Oct 2026
For further information, please call NPWS Manning Great Lakes Area Office on 02 6591 0300 (business hours).
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Applies from Thu 4 Sep 2025, 3.10pm to Tue 30 Jun 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 4 Sep 2025, 3.48pm
Closed areas: Tomago precinct: intermittent closures for feral animal control (ground shooting)
On selected nights between 4 September 2025 and 30 June 2026, the Tomago precinct of Hunter Wetlands National Park will be closed for ground shooting operations targeting feral deer. When operations are active, affected areas will be signposted “Do not enter.”
Other feral animals, including rabbits and foxes, will be targeted if observed during the operations.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office on 02 4946 4100 or email npws.lowerhunter@environment.nsw.gov.au.
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Applies from Fri 1 Aug 2025, 10.13am to Tue 31 Mar 2026, 10.20am. Last reviewed: Wed 1 Oct 2025, 6.05pm
Closed parks: Corrie Island Nature Reserve closed for shorebird nesting season
Corrie Island Nature Reserve is closed from Friday 1 August 2023 to Sunday 31 March 2026 for the protection of beach-nesting shorebirds.
Corrie Island is an important breeding site for endangered little terns and pied oystercatchers. The island is closed to visitors for the duration of the nesting season to reduce disturbance that can cause egg or chick deaths.
During the closure period visitors may not land anywhere on Corrie Island, and only NPWS staff and authorised volunteers are allowed on the island. Pest control activities may be undertaken on the island during this time.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information call the local park office on 02 4984 8200.
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Applies from Tue 1 Jul 2025, 9.43am. Last reviewed: Tue 2 Sep 2025, 10.17am
Closed areas: Little Mountain campground and Little Mountain Road closed for repair
Little Mountain Road and Little Mountain campground are closed while repairs and upgrades to the campground are being planned and delivered.
Barricades are in place around the closed areas. Tattersalls campground and Double Wharf picnic area remain open.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office 02 4984 8200.
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Applies from Sat 5 Oct 2024, 11.33am. Last reviewed: Mon 18 Aug 2025, 10.22am
Closed areas: Yacaaba Headland walking track partial closure
Yacaaba Headland walking track, in southern Myall Lakes National Park at Hawks Nest, is open to a viewing point. Beyond this point the track is closed for visitor safety.
Yacaaba Spit track remains open and people can continue to walk along the beach.
Penalties may apply for non-compliance. For further information, email or call the NPWS Manning Great Lakes area office on 02 6591 0300.
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Applies from Thu 1 May 2025, 9.27am. Last reviewed: Mon 4 Aug 2025, 9.25am
Closed areas: The Welcome Mangrove Walk, Ash Island is closed due to damage
The Welcome Mangrove Walk of Ash Island, Hunter Wetlands NP is closed due to damage, from Monday 26th August until further notice.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS Shortland office on 4946 4100.
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Applies from Mon 2 Aug 2021, 1.52pm. Last reviewed: Wed 1 Oct 2025, 6.04pm
Closed areas: Lighthouse Keepers' Cottages Ruins site closed
The Lighthouse Keepers' Cottages Ruins site is closed to pedestrian access for public safety reasons. Please do not enter the site under any circumstances.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the local office.
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Applies from Thu 8 Jun 2023, 6.07pm. Last reviewed: Sat 4 Nov 2023, 10.32am
Safety alerts: Damaged Bridge on Lone Pine Rd
Lone Pine Road between Italia Road and Drews Road in Wallaroo State Forest is closed while damage to a bridge is being repaired.
The Common picnic area is still accessible by 4WD only, from Limeburners Creek Road via Callaghans Trail and Lone Pine Rd.
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