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Applies from Thu 25 Sep 2014, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 20 Oct 2021, 9.13pm
Fire bans: Park fire ban
There is a 'no solid fuel fire policy' in this park all year round. This park fire ban will remain in effect unless otherwise extended or removed. During park fire ban periods, all campfire and solid fuel (wood, heat beads, charcoal, briquettes, hexamite) 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)
If a Total Fire Ban is in place, please contact the local park office before using a gas and/or electric barbecue or cooker. Penalties apply for non-compliance. To find out more about fire bans in parks and reserves, including your responsibilities, visit NSW National Parks safety page.
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Applies from Fri 10 Feb 2017, 12.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 14 Oct 2021, 1.08pm
Fire bans: Solid fuel fire ban for Sturt National Park
There is a 'no solid fuel fire policy' in this park all year round. This park fire ban will remain in effect unless otherwise extended or removed. During park fire ban periods, all campfire and solid fuel (wood, heat beads, charcoal, briquettes, hexamite) 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)
If a Total Fire Ban is in place, please contact the local park office before using a gas and/or electric barbecue or cooker. Penalties apply for non-compliance. To find out more about fire bans in parks and reserves, including your responsibilities, visit NSW National Parks safety page.
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Applies from Mon 11 Oct 2021, 1.04pm to Fri 31 Dec 2021, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Fri 22 Oct 2021, 10.41am
Closed areas: Areas closed for upgrades
The following areas in Gundabooka National Park will be closed from Monday 11 October 2021 for up to 3 months, weather dependent, for major upgrade works:
- Dry Tank campground
- Dry Tank picnic area
- Little Mountain walking track
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, call the local NPWS office in Bourke on 02 6830 0200.
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Applies from Wed 22 Sep 2021, 5.04pm. Last reviewed: Fri 1 Oct 2021, 11.23am
Closed areas: Campground closure due to COVID-19 restrictions
NPWS campgrounds and accommodation in Bourke Shire are closed as a result of the NSW Government's public health orders, due to the risk of COVID-19 in the area.
Read more on our COVID-19 update web page.
Please consult the latest NSW Government news and updates about COVID-19 for advice on required safety measures before visiting a park.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the Bourke office on 02 6830 0200 or 1300 072 757.
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Applies from Mon 5 Jul 2021, 10.24am. Last reviewed: Mon 20 Sep 2021, 1.08pm
Closed areas: Roads and areas closed
The following areas in Kinchega National Park are closed:
- Emu Lake Drive
- Lake Drive, from Morton Boulka to Cawndilla campground
- Cawndilla campground
Cawndilla campground is scheduled to re-open in the coming weeks.
For further information please contact the NPWS Broken Hill area office on 08 8084 2880.
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Applies from Fri 5 Mar 2021, 2.37pm. Last reviewed: Wed 20 Oct 2021, 2.56pm
Safety alerts: Sealing of the Silver City Highway north of Tibooburra
The Roads and Maritime Service has begun sealing the section of the Silver City Highway north of Tibooburra. Be aware of tankers carting water from dams on Sturt National Park, and expect to see water tankers on the road from Olive Downs out to the Silver City Highway, and on the Jump Up Loop Road south of Mount King. For further information call the Tibooburra NPWS office on 08 8091 3308.
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Applies from Mon 14 Dec 2020, 9.27am. Last reviewed: Mon 20 Sep 2021, 11.16am
Closed parks: Narriearra Carrypundy Swamp National Park closed
Narriearra Carrypundy Swamp National Park is currently closed to the public.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please call the NPWS Tibooburra area office on 08 8091 3308.
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Applies from Fri 10 Sep 2021, 2.25pm. Last reviewed: Thu 30 Sep 2021, 10.28am
Closed areas: Area closed due to geological instability
Golden Gully Arch walking track at Hill End Historic Site is closed due a geological instability and risk of falling rocks.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 6370 9023.
Applies from Thu 15 Apr 2021, 4.30pm. Last reviewed: Tue 29 Jun 2021, 4.37pm
Closed parks: Park closed due to roadworks
Access to this park is closed due to extensive roadworks being done by Cobar Shire on Pullpulla Road. At this stage, the NPWS does not have a date for when the road will be reopened.
For further information, please contact the Bathurst office on 02 6332 7640.
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Applies from Mon 15 Mar 2021, 10.30am. Last reviewed: Mon 15 Mar 2021, 11.43am
Closed areas: Middle Road closed due to slippery surfaces
Middle road closed due to slippery surfaces due to wet weather.
For more information please contact the Tibooburra NPWS Office on 0880 9133308
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Applies from Wed 6 Jan 2021, 12.37pm. Last reviewed: Mon 8 Feb 2021, 9.03am
Other incidents: Visitation restrictions
There are a number of restrictions on visitation and access by the general public to Yathong, Nombinnie and Round Hill Nature Reserves and Nombinnie State Conservation Area.
- These reserves are not available for overnight camping or hiking. Visitation is restricted to day visits only.
- Vehicle access is restricted to the public roads passing through or adjoining the reserves. Management trails are closed to vehicles. However you are welcome to walk on the trails.
- Bird watchers are welcome to walk into the reserves and along management trails. However take care to make sure you can navigate back to your car - it is easy to get disorientated in mallee country.
- Trips to Round Hill Nature Reserve by bird watching clubs can be done by prior arrangement.
- There are a number of scientific research programs happening in the reserves and visitors should not disturb any field equipment if they come across it.
- The reserves are closed periodically to allow management programs to be undertaken. Please check the website for closures prior to visits.
For further information contact the NPWS Central West area, Bathurst office on 02 6332 7640.
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