Last reviewed: Tue 25 November 2025, 2.56pm
Applies from Wed 26 Nov 2025, 12.01am to Wed 26 Nov 2025, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Tue 25 Nov 2025, 2.56pm.
A total fire ban has been declared by the NSW Rural Fire Service. The total fire ban applies for the entire 24-hour period. Total fire ban rules apply. This ban may be extended. Please continue to check this website. To find out where and when total fire bans are currently in effect, please visit the NSW Rural Fire Service.
Applies from Sat 1 Nov 2025, 12.43am to Sun 1 Mar 2026, 12.43am. Last reviewed: Tue 18 Nov 2025, 2.47pm.
A park fire ban will be in place from 1 November 2025 until 31 March 2026 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:
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.
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| 27 November 2025 | Fire bans | Total Fire Ban | Details |
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Applies from Thu 27 Nov 2025, 12.01am to Thu 27 Nov 2025, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Wed 26 Nov 2025, 3.37pm A total fire ban has been declared by the NSW Rural Fire Service. The total fire ban applies for the entire 24-hour period. Total fire ban rules apply. This ban may be extended. Please continue to check this website. To find out where and when total fire bans are currently in effect, please visit the NSW Rural Fire Service. |
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Applies from Wed 26 Nov 2025, 1.59pm to Wed 3 Dec 2025, 2.02pm. Last reviewed: Wed 26 Nov 2025, 2.29pm
Due to the ongoing inclement weather and the RFS issued Catastrophic Fire Weather Conditions, Wanda Wandong sector of Goobang National Park has been closed until further notice to ensure visitor safety.
Areas closed include;
For the most current information please visit the following sites.
NSW RFS - NSW Rural Fire Service
Fire Danger Ratings and Total Fire Bans - NSW Rural Fire Service
If you would like to contact the Central West Area office at Bathurst, please contact by phone 02 6332 7640 or email npws.centralwest@dcceew.nsw.gov.au
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Applies from Wed 26 Nov 2025, 12.01am to Wed 26 Nov 2025, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Tue 25 Nov 2025, 2.56pm
A total fire ban has been declared by the NSW Rural Fire Service. The total fire ban applies for the entire 24-hour period. Total fire ban rules apply. This ban may be extended. Please continue to check this website. To find out where and when total fire bans are currently in effect, please visit the NSW Rural Fire Service.
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Applies from Sat 1 Nov 2025, 12.43am to Sun 1 Mar 2026, 12.43am. Last reviewed: Tue 18 Nov 2025, 2.47pm
A park fire ban will be in place from 1 November 2025 until 31 March 2026 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:
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.
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Applies from Sat 1 Nov 2025, 1.00pm to Tue 31 Mar 2026, 1.01pm. Last reviewed: Wed 1 Oct 2025, 1.05pm
A park fire ban will be in place from 1 November 2025 until 31 March 2026 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:
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.
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Applies from Mon 13 Oct 2025, 12.00am to Tue 31 Mar 2026, 12.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 30 Sep 2025, 8.49am
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:
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.
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Applies from Mon 1 Sep 2025, 8.00am to Sat 28 Feb 2026, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 29 Sep 2025, 8.03pm
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a ground baiting program using Canid Pest Ejectors (CPE) that contain 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes.
The program will be ongoing between 1 September 2025 and 28 February 2026 along management trails in Goobang National Park.
Readily identifiable 1080 poison signs have been positioned at trail entry points or trail junctions throughout the reserve.
Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW national parks and reserves. Pets and working dogs may be affected (1080 is lethal to cats and dogs). Pets and working dogs should be restrained or muzzled in the vicinity and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information please call the NPWS Bathurst area office on 02 6332 7640.
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Applies from Mon 25 Aug 2025, 9.38am to Mon 31 Aug 2026, 9.39am. Last reviewed: Wed 26 Nov 2025, 8.15am
Royal Hotel is temporarily closed until further notice.
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Applies from Mon 7 Aug 2023, 11.25am to Thu 1 Aug 2030, 11.38am. Last reviewed: Thu 6 Nov 2025, 9.10am
Craigmoor is closed to the public. There is no public access to the house or grounds.
See the website for a virtual tour of the house, or contact the local office for information on 6370 9050
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Applies from Mon 24 Feb 2025, 3.28pm to Wed 31 Dec 2025, 3.30pm. Last reviewed: Thu 30 Oct 2025, 8.15am
Valentines mine in Hill End Historic Site is closed for safety assessments and works. The site will reopen when it is safe.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Hill End Historic Site office on (02) 6370 9050
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Applies from Mon 5 May 2025, 1.41pm to Mon 1 Dec 2025, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 13 Nov 2025, 8.52am
The Bald Hill Underground Tourist Mine operator will no longer be offering tours from 1 July 2025. Tours will not be available for the short term. Please visit the National Parks website for updates.
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Applies from Wed 6 Jul 2022, 2.56pm. Last reviewed: Fri 31 Oct 2025, 8.19am
Golden Gully will be closed to users when weather forecasts predict 20mm or more of rainfall within a 24 hour period. Erosion and hazards may be present within the gully during and following significant and prolonged periods of rainfall. Please take care and follow on site signage.
For more information contact the NPWS Hill End Historic Site office on 02 6370 9050.
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For the latest updates on fires, closures and other alerts in this area, see https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/things-to-do/picnic-areas/towac-picnic-area/local-alerts
Mount Canobolas State Conservation Area is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.
For the latest information on wildfires in your area please contact the NSW Rural Fire Service.
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