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Paroo-Darling Visitor Centre, White Cliffs

Paroo-Darling National Park

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Current alerts in this area

Last reviewed: Mon 5 January 2026, 9.57am

Applies from Thu 25 Sep 2014, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 5 Jan 2026, 9.57am.

Fire bans: Park fire ban for Paroo-Darling National Park

There is a 'no solid fuel fire policy' in Paroo-Darling National 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.

Nearby alerts

Applies from Wed 7 Jan 2026, 5.00am to Sat 28 Feb 2026, 11.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 6 Jan 2026, 12.07pm

Other planned events: Narriearra Caryapundy Swamp National Park - ground shooting operation

Narriearra Caryapundy Swamp National Park is undertaking a ground pest control operation. This is a notification only and does not affect the campground or any visitor precincts within Narriearra Caryapundy National Park.

For more information, contact the local park office on 08 8091 3308.

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Applies from Wed 7 Jan 2026, 5.00am to Sat 28 Feb 2026, 11.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 6 Jan 2026, 12.00pm

Other planned events: Sturt National Park - notice of ground shooting operation

Sturt National Park is undertaking a ground pest control operation.  This is a notification only and does not affect any visitor locations or campgrounds within Sturt National Park.

For more information, contact the local park office on 08 8091 3308.

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Applies from Thu 25 Sep 2014, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 5 Jan 2026, 9.57am

Fire bans: Park fire ban for Paroo-Darling National Park

There is a 'no solid fuel fire policy' in Paroo-Darling National 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 22 Dec 2025, 11.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 22 Dec 2025, 11.02am

Closed parks: Park Closed due to rainfall

Narriearra Caryapundy Swamp National Park is currently closed due to heavy rainfall.

  • Many creek crossings & roads are closed and impassable due to severe rainfall causing dangerous conditions.
  • Roads are likely to be cut off and there is a high risk of flash flooding
  • These areas will re-open as soon as they are safe.

This alert will be updated when conditions change.

Remember, it’s never safe to drive, ride or walk through flood waters, so you’ll need to reschedule your visit and avoid travel through areas in this park. Check Live Traffic NSW for up-to-date information about road closures. For assistance during severe weather visit the NSW SES website. In life-threatening situations call emergency services on Triple Zero (000).

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local Tibooburra NPWS Office on 0880 913 308

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Applies from Tue 16 Dec 2025, 9.43am to Fri 27 Feb 2026, 9.43am. Last reviewed: Tue 16 Dec 2025, 9.46am

Other planned events: Ground Pest Control Operation

National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) personnel will be conducting a ground pest control operation on Sturt National Park from 17th December 2025 to the 27th February 2026. This operation will not affect any public areas such as campgrounds.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, The Tibooburra NPWS office on 0880 913 308

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Applies from Tue 16 Dec 2025, 9.41am to Fri 27 Feb 2026, 9.41am. Last reviewed: Tue 16 Dec 2025, 9.44am

Other planned events: Ground Pest Control Operation

National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) personnel will be conducting a ground pest control operation on Narriearra Caryapundy Swamp National Park from 17th December 2025 to the 27th February 2026. This operation will not affect any public areas such as campgrounds.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, The Tibooburra NPWS office on 0880 913 308

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Applies from Mon 24 Nov 2025, 11.00am to Sat 24 Jan 2026, 11.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 12 Dec 2025, 8.05am

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 Ground Baiting Program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program from 24/11/2025 – 24/01/2026. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of Wild Dogs.

The program will take place in Brindingabba National Park.

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 NPWS Bourke Office for more information on 0268300200.

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Applies from Mon 24 Nov 2025, 11.00am to Sat 24 Jan 2026, 11.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 12 Dec 2025, 8.05am

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 Ground Baiting Program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing aerial baiting program from 24/11/2025 – 24/01/2026. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of Wild Dogs.

The program will take place in Nocoleche National Park.

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 NPWS Bourke Office for more information on 0268300200.

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Applies from Tue 11 Nov 2025, 11.00am to Sat 24 Jan 2026, 11.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 12 Dec 2025, 8.05am

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 Ground Baiting Program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing aerial baiting program from 24/11/2025 – 24/01/2026. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of Wild Dogs.

The program will take place in Cuttaburra National Park.

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 NPWS Bourke Office for more information on 0268300200.

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Applies from Mon 24 Nov 2025, 11.00am to Sat 24 Jan 2026, 11.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 12 Dec 2025, 8.04am

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 Ground Baiting Program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing aerial baiting program from 24th November 2025 – 24th January 2026. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of Wild Dogs.

The program will take place in Toorale National Park and State Conservation Area.

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 NPWS Bourke office on 0268300200.

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Applies from Fri 31 Oct 2025, 11.00pm to Tue 31 Mar 2026, 11.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 31 Oct 2025, 5.10pm

Fire bans: Kinchega National Park Total Fire Ban

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)

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 10 Nov 2025, 6.00am to Tue 3 Nov 2026, 10.24am. Last reviewed: Mon 27 Oct 2025, 10.26am

Other planned events: Night Ground Pest Control Operations

National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) personnel will be conducting a nighttime ground pest control operation on Sturt National Park from 10th November 2025 to the 3rd November 2026. This operation will not affect any public areas such as campgrounds.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, The Tibooburra NPWS office on 0880 913 308

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Applies from Mon 10 Nov 2025, 6.00am to Tue 3 Nov 2026, 6.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 27 Oct 2025, 10.22am

Other planned events: Night Ground Pest Control Operations

National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) personnel will be conducting a nighttime ground pest control operation on Narriearra Caryapundy Swamp National Park from 10th November 2025 to the 3rd November 2026. This operation will not affect any public areas such as campgrounds.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, The Tibooburra NPWS office on 0880 913 308

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Applies from Sat 1 Nov 2025, 1.27pm to Tue 31 Mar 2026, 1.27pm. Last reviewed: Mon 5 Jan 2026, 8.18am

Fire bans: Park Fire Ban

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:

  • 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, 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 Wed 1 Oct 2025, 10.44am to Sat 28 Feb 2026, 10.45am. Last reviewed: Fri 2 Jan 2026, 6.29pm

Fire bans: Park Fire Ban

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)

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 4 Dec 2023, 2.40pm. Last reviewed: Tue 16 Dec 2025, 9.41am

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, 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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Local alerts

For the latest updates on fires, closures and other alerts in this area, see https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/things-to-do/visitor-centres/paroo-darling-visitor-centre-white-cliffs/local-alerts

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