Last reviewed: Fri 1 December 2023, 5.53pm
Applies from Fri 1 Dec 2023, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 1 Dec 2023, 5.53pm.
The Pipeline track from Newnes campground to Glen Davis is closed due to landslide.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 6336 6200.
Applies from Sun 1 Oct 2023, 7.58am to Sun 31 Mar 2024, 8.14am. Last reviewed: Wed 15 Nov 2023, 12.16pm.
A park fire ban is in place in this park and remains in effect unless otherwise extended or removed.
The following campgrounds are exempt:
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:
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 Tue 5 Dec 2023, 3.48pm to Fri 15 Dec 2023, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 5 Dec 2023, 3.51pm
Roadworks will be underway on the Capertee River Trail from Wednesday 6 December to Friday 15 December 2023. The road may be uneven and slippery during this time. Drive safely and follow the directions of roadwork signs, road workers and NPWS staff.
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Applies from Fri 1 Dec 2023, 9.00am to Fri 1 Mar 2024, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 4 Dec 2023, 12.41pm
Road works are currently in progress on Baal Bone Trail.
No through access from Baal Bone Trail to:
This closure may be extended depending on conditions and progress of the works.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Kanangra area office on 02 6336 6200.
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Applies from Tue 31 Oct 2023, 6.22pm. Last reviewed: Mon 4 Dec 2023, 7.40am
Waratah Ridge Road is closed to all traffic from 21 February 2022 to 20 December 2023 as part of the Wartime Remnants Clean-up Project.
For more information please contact wartime.remnants@defence.gov.au
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Applies from Fri 1 Dec 2023, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 1 Dec 2023, 5.53pm
The Pipeline track from Newnes campground to Glen Davis is closed due to landslide.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 6336 6200.
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Applies from Tue 18 Jul 2023, 4.07pm to Sun 31 Dec 2023, 4.08pm. Last reviewed: Thu 30 Nov 2023, 2.01pm
The Glow Worm Tunnel visitor precinct and associated walking tracks will be closed until Saturday 23rd December 2023 for upgrades.
This closure includes:
There is no access to Glow Worm Tunnel walking tracks during this time.
From Saturday 23rd December 2023 to Monday 9th January the Glow Worm Tunnel visitor precinct will be opened.
Glow Worm Tunnel to Newnes walking track (to ‘four-ways’ intersection) will remain closed for this period.
The Glow Worm Tunnel and associated walking tracks will be closed again for additional upgrades from Tuesday 10th January 2024.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 6336 6200.
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Applies from Fri 24 Nov 2023, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 24 Nov 2023, 5.29pm
Sunnyside Ridge Road is closed due to unsafe conditions. Damaged mining infrastructure poses a risk to park visitors. The road will remain closed until remedial works make the road safe again.
The closure is inclusive of side tracks, The Spanish Steps and Campbells Road. This closure may be extended depending on progress of the works.
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Applies from Fri 22 Sep 2023, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 22 Nov 2023, 3.14pm
Newnes campground is available for walk-in access only starting from Saturday 23 September. The campground is remote and can only be accessed by long walks via the Old Coach Road only.
Campers need to be fully self-sufficient and carry all supplies including drinking water. Campers are strongly advised to complete a trip intention form for their safety. Pack it in, pack it out – please take all rubbish with you when you leave.
There is no walking access via the Pipeline Track from Glen Davis.
There is no road access due to the Wolgan Road collapse and continuing land slip risk at Wolgan Gap. Wolgan Road is managed by Lithgow Council.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 6336 6200.
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Applies from Tue 7 Nov 2023, 7.00am to Fri 31 May 2024, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 17 Nov 2023, 10.55am
Lost City south is closed until June 2024 for visitor infrastructure works.
There is no access to Lost City south during this time.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Kanangra Area office on 02 6336 6200.
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Applies from Wed 25 Oct 2023, 8.00am to Fri 22 Dec 2023, 5.30pm. Last reviewed: Fri 17 Nov 2023, 10.46am
Lost City North Fire Trail is closed from Wednesday 25 October until Friday 22 December 2023 for road repairs.
There is no access to Lost City North during this time.
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Applies from Mon 30 Oct 2023, 8.00am to Sun 31 Mar 2024, 5.30pm. Last reviewed: Fri 17 Nov 2023, 10.40am
Maiyingu Marragu Trail (formerly known as Blackfellows Hands Trail) is closed from Monday 30 October 2023 until 31 March 2024 for road repairs.
This closure affects access to Beecroft Fire Trail.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact Springvale Colliery springvalecolliery.compliance@centennialcoal.com.au
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Applies from Sun 1 Oct 2023, 7.58am to Sun 31 Mar 2024, 8.14am. Last reviewed: Wed 15 Nov 2023, 12.16pm
A park fire ban is in place in this park and remains in effect unless otherwise extended or removed.
The following campgrounds are exempt:
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:
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 Sun 1 Oct 2023, 3.42pm to Sun 31 Mar 2024, 3.43pm. Last reviewed: Wed 15 Nov 2023, 12.15pm
A park fire ban is in place in this park and remains in effect unless otherwise extended or removed.
However the following campgrounds are exempt in the following reserves:
Capertee National Park
Goulburn River National Park
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:
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 Thu 20 Jul 2023, 3.06pm. Last reviewed: Mon 6 Nov 2023, 12.49pm
Haulage trucks are in operation along Old Bells Line of Rd between the park entrance near Chifley Road (Zig Zag Railway) and Clarence Sands during the following times:
• Monday to Friday: 04.00 to 18.00
• Saturday: 04.00 to 13.00
During these times road users are reminded to:
• drive with caution
• adhere to the speed limit of 40 km/hr
• listen for truck movements via UHF-11
If a UHF radio is unavailable, NPWS recommends to access the reserve via State Mine Gully Rd. For more information contact the Kanangra Area office on (02) 6336 6200.
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Applies from Sun 1 Oct 2023, 9.14am to Wed 1 May 2024, 9.15am. Last reviewed: Mon 6 Nov 2023, 12.30pm
A park fire ban is in effect from Sunday 1 October 2023 to Tuesday 30 April 2024 unless otherwise extended or removed at Gardens of Stone State Conservation Area. The park fire ban applies to all areas of the park. During the ban, all campfires 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:
If a Total Fire Ban is in place, different rules apply. Contact the Oberon NPWS office on 02 6336 6200 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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For the latest updates on fires, closures and other alerts in this area, see https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/things-to-do/walking-tracks/newnes-industrial-ruins-walk/local-alerts
Wollemi National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.
For the latest information on wildfires in your area please contact the NSW Rural Fire Service.
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