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Applies from Tue 29 Nov 2022, 10.54am to Mon 12 Dec 2022, 11.13am. Last reviewed: Tue 29 Nov 2022, 11.13am
Safety alerts: Tingira Heights Nature Reserve
Roadworks will be occurring on all Fire trails in Tingira Heights Nature Reserve from Tuesday 29 November to Tuesday 12 December 2022. Signage will be in place
For more information, contact the NPWS Lower Hunter Area office (02) 4946 4100
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Applies from Wed 16 Nov 2022, 11.37am to Wed 11 Jan 2023, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 16 Nov 2022, 12.14pm
Safety alerts: 1080 Ground Baiting Program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting ground baiting programs in Tomago Wetlands and Hexham Swamp in Hunter Wetlands National Park from Wednesday 16 November to Wednesday 11 January 2023.
The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes.
The program will reduce the impacts of foxes on wildlife and threatened species in the park.
Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location. Domestic pets including dogs, are not permitted in NSW National Parks managed lands. 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) baits are lethal to domestic dogs and cats. In the event of accidental poisoning, seek immediate veterinary assistance.
Do not remove or tamper with signs or baits or ejector devices if located, some baits may be buried. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
Please contact the local Lower Hunter NPWS area office for more information on 4946 4100 or 1300 072 757 after hours.
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Applies from Sat 1 Oct 2022, 10.25am. Last reviewed: Tue 15 Nov 2022, 12.42pm
Safety alerts: Worimi Conservation Lands - Drive with care
Due to current conditions, please drive with caution on Worimi Conservation Lands between Gan Gan entry/exit and Lavis Lane entry/exit along the beach front at high tide.
Please note:
- Look out for soft sand, erosion, wash outs and drop-offs
- For safety, avoid driving through sea water or large pools of water. Driving conditions can change rapidly. Several vehicles on this beach have ended up in the ocean or swamped by water
- If in doubt turn around and back track on the route you’ve driven to exit the park
- Check tides, forecast conditions and warnings before arriving, and if in doubt save your visit for another day
- Do not drive over the frontal dune or any vegetation. Fines apply
NPWS staff will monitor conditions.
For more information contact the NPWS Nelson Bay area office on 02 4984 8200, 8.30am to 4.30pm, Monday to Friday, excluding public holidays.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Fri 7 Oct 2022, 9.18am to Fri 23 Dec 2022, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 8 Nov 2022, 10.06am
Safety alerts: 1080 ground baiting
From Tuesday 11 October to Friday 23 December 2022, NSW National Parks is doing 1080 ground baiting of foxes in Hunter Wetlands National Park on Ash Island. The program 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 cats. 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.
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