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Applies from Tue 20 Sep 2022, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 21 Sep 2022, 3.48pm
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 ground baiting program
A baiting program using ground baits containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes will be conducted between Thursday 21 October 2021 to Friday 1 September 2023 in the Kangaroo Valley, Budgong and Illaroo areas.
All baiting locations will be identifiable by signs.
Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW national parks and reserves. 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.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information, call the NPWS Shoalhaven area office on 02 4428 6300.
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Applies from Tue 20 Sep 2022, 10.02am to Mon 31 Oct 2022, 10.03am. Last reviewed: Tue 20 Sep 2022, 11.04am
Closed areas: Area closed for track upgrade
Burrawang walking track is closed for track maintenance from Tuesday 20 September to Monday 1 October 2022.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Mon 12 Sep 2022, 4.12pm to Fri 31 Mar 2023, 4.14pm. Last reviewed: Tue 13 Sep 2022, 4.48pm
Safety alerts: Night-time fox control along beaches
Please be aware night shooting of foxes may occur in the following beaches in the coming months to protect nesting shorebirds:
- Seven Mile Beach (Seven Mile Beach National Park)
- Commerong Island (Commerong Island Nature Reserve)
- Lake Wollumboola/ Warrain Beach (Jervis Bay National Park)
- Berrara Beach (Conjola National Park)
- Monument Beach (Conjola National Park)
- Flat Rock Beach (Conjola National Park)
- Conjola Beach (Narrawallee Creek Nature Reserve)
- Buckley’s Beach (Narrawallee Creek Nature Reserve)
- Pot Holes Beach (Meroo National Park)
- Wario Beach (Meroo National Park)
- Tabourie Beach (Meroo National Park)
- Termeil Beach (Meroo National Park)
- Pretty Beach (Murramarang National Park)
- Island Beach (Murramarang National Park)
- Pebbly Beach (Murramarang National Park)
- Depot Beach (Murramarang National Park)
- Durras Beach (Murramarang National Park)
Fox control is undertaken by qualified shooters in accordance to shot plans between August and March to protect endangered nesting shorebirds.
Access tracks and beach entrances will be closed and signposted prior to shooting operations. Please look out for signage stating the beach is closed if accessing these beaches after dark.
For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Fri 26 Aug 2022, 11.57am to Sat 31 Dec 2022, 12.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 27 Sep 2022, 8.22am
Closed areas: Roads closed due to flood damage
The following roads are closed due to adverse weather, flood damage and road repairs:
- Romney Park Road
- Lake Road
- Burrill Lake Drive - West
- Burrill Lake Drive - East
- Munno Road
- Western Road
Because these roads are closed, vehicles cannot access the following visitor areas:
- Burrill Lake Western Arm picnic area
- Burrill Lake East picnic area
- Giriwa walking track
- Gari walking track
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 park office.
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Applies from Fri 9 Sep 2022, 11.55am to Fri 21 Oct 2022, 11.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 27 Sep 2022, 8.22am
Closed areas: Stokes Island picnic area beach access closed for upgrade
The Stokes Island picnic area stairs that provide access to Tabourie Beach will be closed from Monday 12 September to Friday 21 October 2022. This is because the stairs are being upgraded.
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Applies from Mon 18 May 2020, 12.56pm to Sat 31 Dec 2022, 1.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 9 Sep 2022, 11.52am
Closed areas: Meroo Head campground closed
The following areas are closed while construction works are undertaken:
- Meroo Head campground
- Meroo Head lookout walking track
- Meroo Lake walking track
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information contact 1300 072 757.
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Applies from Thu 16 Jun 2022, 11.07am to Sat 31 Dec 2022, 11.08am. Last reviewed: Tue 5 Jul 2022, 9.01am
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 pest management baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting a baiting program using fresh meat, manufactured baits and CPEs containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes and wild dogs. The program will be ongoing and continuous from Friday 1 July to Saturday 31 December 2022.
The baited parks, reserves and state conservation areas include:
- Conjola National Park
- Meroo National Park
- Murramarang National Park
- Narrawallee Creek Nature Reserve
There will be signs at all baiting locations.
Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW national parks and reserves. Pets and working dogs may be affected (1080 is lethal to cats and dogs). Pets and working dogs in the vicinity must be restrained or muzzled and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information call the NPWS Merimbula area office on 02 6495 5000.
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Applies from Fri 15 Oct 2021, 10.04am. Last reviewed: Fri 24 Jun 2022, 9.22am
Closed areas: Roads closed due to repairs and upgrades
The following roads and trails are closed until further notice for repairs and upgrades:
- South Arm fire trail
- Moores fire trail
- Bucks Road
- Kioloa Village fire trail
- Dam fire trail
- Link fire trail
- Higgins Creek fire trail
- Pebbly Beach Road
- Cold Chisel fire trail
- Livingston Creek fire trail
- Gravel Pit Road
- Carls Mountain Road
- Skid Ridge Road
- Kettle Road
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the local office.
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Applies from Tue 12 Apr 2022, 3.11pm. Last reviewed: Fri 13 May 2022, 9.20am
Closed areas: Pebbly Beach to Snake Bay walking track closed
Pebbly Beach to Snake Bay walking track is currently closed while track construction work is undertaken. This work is part of the Murramarang South Coast Walk.
Please note this closure will prevent walkers from undertaking a loop walk via Durras Mountain from Pretty Beach. The return walk from Pretty Beach to Durras Mountain remains open.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information please contact Local National Parks office
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Applies from Thu 5 May 2022, 3.44pm. Last reviewed: Fri 13 May 2022, 9.19am
Safety alerts: Wet and muddy roads
Due to ongoing wet weather, unsealed roads and vehicle tracks in Murramarang National Park may have significant erosion and muddy sections. A high clearance vehicle and/or 4WD may be required.
North Head Road and the Old Coast Road remain suitable for 2WD vehicles. Road conditions may change at short notice. Take care and drive safely.
For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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