Applies from Sat 7 Sep 2019, 2.52pm. Last reviewed: Mon 9 Sep 2019, 9.00am

Closed areas: Clark Island closure

Clark Island will be closed to the public between Monday 28 October 2019 and Tuesday 5 November 2019.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact 02 9337 5511.

Affects 1 park and 2 locations nearby. Show list

• Sydney Harbour National Park
  • Clark Island
  • Clark Island

Applies from Tue 27 Aug 2019, 10.48am to Tue 31 Mar 2020, 10.49am. Last reviewed: Mon 19 Aug 2019, 10.01am

Other planned events: 1080 fox program underway

A 1080 fox baiting program is underway in Towra Point Nature Reserve, finishing on Tuesday 31 March 2020.

The program is part of the NPWS FoxTap program, and is designed to control foxes to assist in recovery of little terns and pied oystercatchers.

1080 poison can affect non-target species like domestic dogs and cats. Domestic pets, including dogs, are not permitted in national parks or reserves. In the event of accidental poisoning, seek immediate veterinary assistance.

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• Towra Point Nature Reserve

Applies from Fri 16 Aug 2019, 10.03am. Last reviewed: Thu 5 Sep 2019, 3.45pm

Closed areas: Clark Island - jetty and part of wharf closed

Clark Island jetty and the lower steps on the wharf's main berth face are closed closed due to damage. Penalties apply for non-compliance. 

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• Sydney Harbour National Park
  • Clark Island
  • Clark Island

Applies from Mon 12 Aug 2019, 12.49pm. Last reviewed: Fri 23 Aug 2019, 10.21am

Safety alerts: Lower steps on Shark Island Wharf closed

The lower 4 steps of Shark Island Wharf are closed due to a safety hazard. Using these steps for berthing, drop-off and pick-up is prohibited. Access is only possible using the upper stairs.

Small vessels and boats may not be able to berth, particularly at low tide.

For more information, call 02 9337 5511.

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• Sydney Harbour National Park
  • Shark Island
  • Shark Island

Applies from Thu 1 Aug 2019, 12.01am to Fri 31 Jan 2020, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Thu 22 Aug 2019, 9.38am

Other planned events: 1080 baiting program underway

A 1080 baiting program will be underway in Sydney Harbour National Park from Thursday 1 August 2019 to Friday 31 January 2020. The 1080 poison (sodium fluoroacetate) will be buried baits or ejector capsules, which are laid continuously and in an ongoing manner on tracks and trails in parts of this park.

The areas where the baiting will be underway are Chowder Bay, Dobroyd, Bradleys, Georges, Middle and North headlands. North Head includes adjoining land of Sydney Harbour Federation Trust, Australian Institute of Police Management, and Quarantine Station.

Do not touch baits or ejector devices as they contain poison. 1080 is lethal to dogs and cats and pet owners are reminded that domestic animals are not permitted in national parks.

For further information please contact the NPWS Middle Head area office on 02 9960 6266 during business hours. After business hours, contact the NPWS after-hours call centre on 02 8579 0537.

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• Sydney Harbour National Park

Applies from Fri 17 May 2019, 3.26pm. Last reviewed: Thu 10 Oct 2019, 11.29am

Safety alerts: Malabar Headland Rifle Range operation schedule

1. For public safety, the eastern section of Malabar Headland National Park is closed during ANZAC Rifle Range operations.

These closures may occur with little or no notice.

2. Do not enter the eastern section of the park (including Boora Point walking track) when:

• Red flags are flying above the range
• There are warning signs at the park's entry points (South Maroubra Beach and Fishermans Road carpark)
• Park entry gates are closed.

3. When is the eastern section of the park closed?

• Every Saturday
• 1st Sunday of the month
• 3rd Sunday of the month
• From Wednesday 9 October to Sunday 13 October 2019

These closures apply to the eastern section of the park only (Boora Point walking track).

The western section of the park (Western Escarpment walking track) remains open.

The range operation schedule is provided by the NSW Rifle Association.

4. Contacts

To contact the ANZAC Rifle Range, call 02 9661 4532.

To contact the NPWS area office, email the Environment line or call 02 9337 5511.

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• Malabar Headland National Park
  • Boora Point walking track

Applies from Mon 10 Dec 2018, 2.35pm to Tue 31 Dec 2019, 2.28pm. Last reviewed: Wed 23 Jan 2019, 1.18pm

Other planned events: 1080 fox baiting program underway

A 1080 ground baiting and ejector program targeting foxes is underway in Eurobodalla National Park, Mimosa Rocks National Park, Bournda National Park and nature reserve, Gulaga National Park, Ben Boyd National Park and South East Forest National Park. The program is ongoing throughout the entire year. Visitors are reminded that 1080 is harmful to domestic animals. There are 1080 warning signs at entrances and exits throughout the reserve areas. For further information call the NPWS Merimbula area office on 02 6495 5000.

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• Towra Point Nature Reserve

Applies from Wed 5 Dec 2018, 7.23pm. Last reviewed: Tue 5 Feb 2019, 11.57am

Other planned events: North Head Scenic Drive gate opening and closing times

North Head Scenic Drive gate closing and opening times will change in summer and winter. The following times include:

• From Thursday 6 December 2018: In summer, the gate is open from 5am until 8.30pm
• From Monday 1 April 2019: In winter, the gate is open from 6am until 6pm

Affects 1 park and 4 locations nearby. Show list

• Sydney Harbour National Park
  • Fairfax walk
  • Fairfax lookout, North Head
  • North Head
  • Q Station

Applies from Wed 12 Sep 2018, 10.18am. Last reviewed: Wed 27 Mar 2019, 11.11am

Closed areas: Walking tracks upgrade

Access to walking tracks between Cape Banks and Henry Head is affected due to track upgrades:

• The link to Cape Banks walking track and Henry Head walking track is closed
• Cape Banks walking track to Cape banks Headland is open
• Henry Head walking track to Cruwee Cove Beach is open

These upgrades are almost complete, however not officially open.

NSW National Parks apologises for any inconvenience this might cause. For more information please call the NPWS Greycliffe House office on 02 9337 5511.

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• Kamay Botany Bay National Park
  • Henry Head walking track

Applies from Mon 9 Jul 2018, 11.06am. Last reviewed: Fri 4 Jan 2019, 4.09pm

Closed areas: Fort Denison closed

Fort Denison is closed to visitors until further notice, due to site maintenance.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, call the NPWS Vaucluse area office on (02) 9337 5511 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.

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• Sydney Harbour National Park
  • Fort Denison

Applies from Tue 23 Aug 2016, 10.51am. Last reviewed: Tue 20 Aug 2019, 11.13am

Closed areas: Collins Flat not available for venue hire

Collins Flat Beach is currently unavailable for venue hire. This is due to the impact of high visitation on the critical penguin habitat at this location. This closure will be reviewed at the end of the breeding season in February 2020.

For more information, please contact the NPWS Mosman area office on 02 9960 6266.

Affects 1 park and 1 location nearby. Show list

• Sydney Harbour National Park
  • Collins Flat Beach