Current alerts in this area
Last reviewed: Fri 5 May 2023, 12.32pm
Applies from Tue 19 May 2020, 4.18pm.
Last reviewed: Fri 5 May 2023, 12.32pm.
Closed areas: Closed areas due to rifle range operations
The eastern section of Malabar Headland National Park will be closed on the following dates/times due to rifle range operations:
- Every Saturday, 8am to 5pm
- Every 1st, 3rd and 5th Sunday of the month, 8am to 5pm
- Please note: There will be no shooting on the 1st and 3rd Sundays in June. Instead for the month of June 2023 only, shooting activities will take place on the 2nd and 4th Sundays. Saturdays will remain as usual.
- Service Rifle Championships, Saturday 10 June and Sunday 11 June 2023
- DRA Weekend, Saturday 24 June to Sunday 25 June 2023
- Schools Practice and Competition Week, Tuesday 11 July to Friday 14 July 2023
Do not enter the eastern section of the park (including Boora Point walking track) when:
- Red flags are flying above the range
- The 'rifle range in use' warning signs are displayed at the park entry (South Maroubra Beach and Fishermans Road carpark)
- Park entry gates are closed.
The western section of the park (Western Escarpment walking track) is open when the rifle range is in use.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local area office on 02 9337 5511 or the ANZAC Rifle Range on 02 9661 4532.
Nearby alerts
Applies from Thu 1 Jun 2023, 11.14am. Last reviewed: Fri 2 Jun 2023, 4.16pm
Closed areas: Happy Valley pedestrian bridge closed
Happy Valley pedestrian bridge will be closed to the public from Thursday 8 June to the end of August 2023 due to construction works. Access to the national park and the Congwong walking track during this time will be via Henry Head Lane. For further information call the NPWS Vaucluse office on 02 9337 5511.
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Applies from Thu 11 May 2023, 7.00am to Sat 30 Sep 2023, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 26 May 2023, 2.18pm
Other planned events: Cape Solander – partial carpark closure
While contractors work on the upgrade of Cape Baily track, they will occupy part of the Cape Solander carpark. Approximately 8 car bays on the west side of Cape Solander Drive will be fenced and occupied, and work crews will be on site.
We apologise for any inconvenience.
For more information, please email or call NPWS Sydney South on 02 9668 2010.
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Applies from Tue 9 May 2023, 7.53am to Wed 16 Aug 2023, 7.54am. Last reviewed: Fri 19 May 2023, 11.40am
Closed areas: Jennifer Street boardwalk closed for upgrade
Jennifer Street boardwalk is closed from the Monday 22 May 2023 to early August 2023 while it is being upgraded. Please use alternative entrances to the park during this time.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Mon 15 May 2023, 7.00am to Sat 30 Sep 2023, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 19 May 2023, 11.37am
Other planned events: Cape Baily walking track upgrade
Cape Baily walking track will be upgraded between May and September 2023. A new boardwalk will be installed. Temporary diversions around the work area are required, but the track will remain open for visitors.
Please do not enter any fenced areas.
For more information, email or call NPWS Sydney South on 02 9668 2010.
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Applies from Wed 13 Oct 2021, 4.28pm. Last reviewed: Tue 14 Mar 2023, 8.56am
Closed areas: Kurnell Visitor Centre closed for upgrades
Kurnell Visitor Centre is currently closed until further notice. The site is being prepared for a new visitor centre as part of the Kamay 2020 Project.
Learn more about the improvements being made as part of the Kamay 2020 Master Plan Project or email the local area office.
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