Nearby alerts
Applies from Mon 9 Dec 2019, 9.07am to Fri 13 Dec 2019, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Mon 9 Dec 2019, 9.07am
Closed parks: Park closed - nearby bushfire
This park is closed due to nearby bushfire. Do not enter the park. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
For more information, contact the local NPWS office on either 02 4320 4220 (Somersby office) or 02 4972 9000 (Munmorah office), or visit the Rural Fire Service website.
Applies from Thu 14 Nov 2019, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Sat 7 Dec 2019, 11.50am
Fire bans: Park fire ban - Jilliby State Conservation Area
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.
Applies from Thu 5 Dec 2019, 8.58am to Sat 14 Dec 2019, 12.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 9 Dec 2019, 4.47pm
Closed parks: Park closed due to fire
This park is closed from Thursday 5 December 2019, due to a potentially serious bush fire threat from the Corrobare State Forest wildfire to the north-west of the park.
There is no access to Boarding House Dam or other picnic areas and campgrounds. It's likely that both gates at either end of Watagan Forest Road will be closed later on Thursday 5 December 2019.
Do not enter this park. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
For more information, call the local NPWS office on 02 4972 9000 or visit the Rural Fire Service website.
Applies from Tue 3 Dec 2019, 7.22pm. Last reviewed: Thu 5 Dec 2019, 1.58pm
Closed parks: Reserve closed due to fire danger
Werakata National Park and State Conservation Area are closed due to the risk of wildfires close to the reserves. If you are in the reserves, please leave as soon as possible. For you own safety, please do not enter the reserves.
Applies from Thu 14 Nov 2019, 7.54am. Last reviewed: Thu 28 Nov 2019, 6.20pm
Fire bans: Park fire ban - Watagans National Park
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.
Applies from Thu 14 Nov 2019, 7.51am. Last reviewed: Fri 6 Dec 2019, 12.29pm
Closed areas: Monkey Face Road lookouts and picnic area closed
Due to the very high fire danger, Monkey Face Road in Watagans National Park will remain closed until the fire danger decreases. As a result, there will be no public access to Monkey Face lookout, Gap Creek lookout or Monkey Face picnic area. The following walking tracks will also be closed:
- Monkey walking track
- Climbers walking track
Monkey Face Road is a long and narrow access road to the lookouts. In the event of a fire, visitors have only one way out which could be cut by fire and falling trees.
Applies from Thu 14 Nov 2019, 7.46am. Last reviewed: Fri 6 Dec 2019, 12.31pm
Closed areas: Bangalow Road campsites and picnic areas closed
Due to the very high fire danger, Bangalow Road in Watagans National Park will remain closed until the fire danger decreases. As a result, there will be no public access to Bangalow picnic area and campground or Gap Creek picnic area and campground. The following walking tracks will also be closed:
- Gap Creek Falls walking track
- Gap Creek Forest walk
- Climbers walking track
Bangalow Road is a long and narrow 4.8 km access road to the campsites. In the event of a fire, visitors have only one way out which could be cut by fire and falling trees.
Applies from Fri 8 Nov 2019, 11.06am. Last reviewed: Fri 8 Nov 2019, 11.06am
Fire bans: Park Fire Bans
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 21 Oct 2019, 10.50am to Mon 30 Dec 2019, 10.52am. Last reviewed: Thu 5 Dec 2019, 11.39am
Closed areas: Hickson Street walking track closed
Hickson Street walking track in Glenrock State Conservation Area will be closed for track upgrades from Monday 21 October to Monday 30 December 2019.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Lower Hunter area office 02 4946 4100.
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Applies from Tue 1 Oct 2019, 12.05pm to Tue 24 Dec 2019, 12.05pm. Last reviewed: Thu 5 Dec 2019, 11.39am
Other planned events: Fox baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service is doing 1080 ground baiting of foxes in Hunter Wetlands National Park on Ash Island. The baiting program will run from Tuesday 1 October to Tuesday 24 December 2019. It will reduce the impacts of foxes on wildlife and threatened species in the park.
There will 1080 baiting signs at the entrance to baiting areas. Don't touch baits or ejector devices. Some baits may be buried Penalties apply for non-compliance. Domestic pets, including dogs, are not permitted in National Parks or reserves. 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) baits are lethal to domestic dogs and cars. In the event of accidental poisoning, seek immediate veterinary assistance.
For more information, contact the Lower Hunter area office on 02 4946 4100 or 1300 072 757 after hours.
Applies from Fri 4 Jan 2019, 1.28pm. Last reviewed: Thu 16 May 2019, 11.45am
Closed areas: Morisset picnic area
The Morisset section of Lake Macquarie State Conservation Area is closed from Thursday 20 December 2018. There is restricted access to the Morisset Hospital Site and Lake Macquarie State Conservation Area foreshore and Morisset picnic area. Alternative picnic areas are located in the Lake Macquarie Council area in and around the Morisset and Bonnells Bay foreshores. There is no public access to view the kangaroos that frequent the hospital site.
Members of the public can contact the hospital administrative office on 02 4973 0222. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact Central Coast area office on 02 4972 9000 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Fri 1 May 2015, 3.29pm. Last reviewed: Tue 16 Apr 2019, 10.43am
Safety alerts: Road access in Jilliby State Conservation Area
Roads in Jilliby State Conservation Area are unsealed, and accessible by 2WD in dry conditions only. 4WD's should be used at all other times. Gates may be temporarily closed on some roads, for roadworks, to prevent damage when wet. For more information, please call the Central Coast Lake Munmorah area office on 02 4972 9000.
