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Applies from Mon 23 May 2022, 6.00am to Mon 30 May 2022, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 25 May 2022, 3.27pm
Closed areas: Castle Rocks walking track
Castle Rocks walking track in Munghorn Gap Nature Reserve is closed from Monday 23 May to Monday 30 May 2022, to allow for carpark upgrades.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Mudgee area office on 02 6370 9000.
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Applies from Mon 23 May 2022, 10.55am to Tue 1 Nov 2022, 10.55am. Last reviewed: Mon 23 May 2022, 11.16am
Closed areas: Glow Worm Tunnel Walking Track closed
The Glow Worm Tunnel walking track is closed from the Tunnel north to the 'four ways' intersection with the Old Coach Rd due to landslips and flood damage. This section will remain closed until further notice due to continuing landslip risk and need for repair works. Visitors can still access the Tunnel from the Wolgan Valley Rd track head by walking up the Old Coach Rd and Pagoda track to the south side of the Tunnel.
Note also that access to the Glow Worm Tunnel from the Newnes Plateau may be affected by closure of the Glow Worm Tunnel Rd due to road conditions (see separate Alert).
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Oberon NPWS office on (02) 6336 6200.
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Applies from Tue 17 May 2022, 9.08am to Tue 31 May 2022, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 23 May 2022, 10.01am
Closed areas: Glow Worm Tunnel Road Closed
Glow Worm Tunnel road on the Newnes Plateau is closed from Tuesday 17 May to Tuesday 31 May 2022 due to poor road conditions. Road repair works are underway. Visitors can access the Glow Worm Tunnel via the Wolgan Valley road track head and then via the Old Coach Rd and Pagoda track. The Glow Worm Tunnel walking track north of the Tunnel is closed due to landslips and dangerous track conditions.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Kanangra area office on 02 6336 6200.
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Applies from Thu 19 May 2022, 2.08pm. Last reviewed: Fri 20 May 2022, 12.33pm
Closed areas: Airly campground closed due to vandalism
Airly campground is closed due to vandalism. There is no camping available in Mugii Murum-ban State Conservation Area.
The campground will re-open when it has dried out significantly, and work to repair the damage to the trails and camping area can be completed.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please email the Mudgee Area office or call on 02 6370 9000.
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Applies from Thu 19 May 2022, 1.32pm. Last reviewed: Thu 19 May 2022, 5.04pm
Closed areas: Trail closed due to wet conditions
The Point Hatteras Trail north of the Diamond Mine dam is closed to vehicles due to wet and muddy trail conditions.
The trail will re-open to vehicles when the area dries out significantly and trail has been assessed for any damage or repair work.
Access to this area is available by walking along the trail.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the local office.
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Applies from Thu 19 May 2022, 1.42pm. Last reviewed: Thu 19 May 2022, 2.06pm
Closed areas: Genowlan Point (Mt Airly) Trails closed due to wet weather
There is no vehicle access to the Genowlan Mountain/ Airly Turret(Mt Airly) section of Mugii Murum-ban State Conservation Area due to trail conditions from the extended periods of wet weather.
There is no vehicle access to the following areas
- Diamond Mine
- Airly Turret Radio Tower
- The Grotto
- Genowlan Trig Trail
- Genowlan Point
- The Ultimate Slot Canyon
For more information please contact the Mudgee Area Office on 02 6370 9000 or npws.mudgee@environment.nsw.gov.au
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Applies from Tue 17 May 2022, 9.11am to Tue 31 May 2022, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 17 May 2022, 3.58pm
Closed areas: Glow Worm Tunnel road closed due to damage
Glow Worm Tunnel road is closed from the intersection of Waratah Ridge and Glow Worm Tunnel Road due to damage.
This road will re-open when safe to do so.
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 17 May 2022, 9.05am to Tue 31 May 2022, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 17 May 2022, 3.55pm
Closed areas: Deep Pass campground closed due to poor road conditions
Deep Pass campground is closed from Tuesday 17 May to Tuesday 31 May 2022 due to poor road conditions.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Kanangra area office on 02 6336 6200.
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Applies from Mon 18 Apr 2022, 12.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 16 May 2022, 11.02am
Safety alerts: Capertee National Park causeways
Access to Capertee Homestead, Capertee Cottage, Capertee campground and the western side of Capertee National Park is via causeways through the Capertee River.
These causeways are subject to flooding. The Capertee River can rise unexpectedly with heavy rainfall upstream, making the causeways impassable. Please check the weather forecast before leaving home.
For more information please call the NPWS Mudgee area office on 02 6370 9000, or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Tue 18 Feb 2020, 5.42pm. Last reviewed: Mon 16 May 2022, 11.01am
Closed areas: Tramway trail closed due to rockfall
Tramway trail in Mugii Murum-ban State Conservation Area is closed until further notice. The closure is due to a rockfall adjacent to the trail.
A geotechnical risk assessment is currently being undertaken to address safety issues before reopening. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 6370 9000.
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Applies from Thu 24 Mar 2022, 12.27pm to Fri 30 Sep 2022, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Mon 16 May 2022, 9.00am
Other planned events: 1080 Fox Baiting Program in the Capertee Valley
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a baiting program using manufactured baits, fresh meat baits and/or Canid Pest Ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes. The program will be continuous and ongoing between the 1st of April 2022 and the 30th September 2022 in Wollemi National Park. The program is to protect the endangered Brush Tail Rock Wallaby.
The following trails will be used as a part of this program:
- Capertee River Trail, downstream (East) of the Coorongooba Campground
- Canobla Gap Fire Trail
- Capertee River North Trail
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.
For further information please call NPWS Mudgee area office on 02 6370 9000.
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Applies from Thu 24 Dec 2020, 9.34am. Last reviewed: Mon 16 May 2022, 8.58am
Safety alerts: Drinking water in Capertee National Park
You'll need to bring your own water for drinking and cooking in Capertee National Park. Water supplied at Capertee Homestead and Capertee Cottage is untreated and only suitable for showering and washing dishes.
Campers at Capertee and Policemans Point campgrounds should not use water from Capertee River for drinking or cooking.
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Applies from Wed 13 Apr 2022, 3.08pm. Last reviewed: Mon 16 May 2022, 8.58am
Closed areas: Carinya Fire Trail Closed due to rockfall risk
The Carinya Fire Trail is closed due to the rockfall risk caused by the recent wet weather.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Mudgee Area NPWS office 02 02 6370 9000.
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Applies from Thu 12 May 2022, 2.48pm to Thu 2 Jun 2022, 5.49pm. Last reviewed: Thu 12 May 2022, 1.39pm
Closed areas: Finchley campground closed for upgrades
Finchley campground is closed for upgrades from Thursday 12 May to Thursday 2 June 2022.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 6574 5555.
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Applies from Thu 5 May 2022, 5.30pm to Tue 31 May 2022, 5.30pm. Last reviewed: Fri 6 May 2022, 5.03pm
Safety alerts: All trails - 4WD only
All trails are currently not suitable for 2WD vehicles. The trails are rough, have bog holes and some are steep in sections because of erosion caused by the recent rainfall and flooding. Roadworks are currently underway on the Glow Worm Tunnel road. Take care and drive safely.
For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Wed 4 May 2022, 12.50pm to Wed 30 Nov 2022, 11.57pm. Last reviewed: Wed 4 May 2022, 2.12pm
Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting ongoing ground baiting programs in Turon National Park from Monday 2 May to Wednesday 2 November 2022.
The operation will use meat baits, meat bait products and canid pest ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock.
Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location. Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW National Parks managed lands. 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.
Please contact the NPWS Kanangra area office at Oberon on 02 6336 6200 for more information.
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Applies from Wed 4 May 2022, 1.07pm to Mon 20 Jun 2022, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Wed 4 May 2022, 1.22pm
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 aerial baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an aerial baiting program in Turon National Park from Monday 9th May 2022 to Friday 20th May 2022.
The operation will use meat baits containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise the impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock.
Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location. Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW National Parks managed lands. 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.
Please contact the local Kanangra NPWS area office at Oberon on 6336 6200 for more information.
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Applies from Fri 29 Apr 2022, 8.52am to Mon 20 Jun 2022, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Fri 29 Apr 2022, 4.33pm
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 aerial baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an aerial baiting program in Goulburn River National Park from Monday 9 May to Friday 20 May 2022.
The operation will use meat baits containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise the impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock.
Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location. Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW National Parks managed lands. 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.
Please contact the local NPWS Mudgee Area office for more information on 02 6370 9000.
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Applies from Fri 29 Apr 2022, 9.10am to Fri 9 Dec 2022, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Fri 29 Apr 2022, 4.33pm
Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting ongoing ground baiting programs in Wollemi National Park on the following dates:
- Wollemi-Yengo and Mudgee areas: Monday 9 May to Wednesday 9 November 2022
- Kanangra area: Monday 2 May to Wednesday 2 November 2022
The operation will use meat baits, meat bait products and canid pest ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock.
Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location. Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW National Parks managed lands. 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.
Please contact the local NPWS Area office for more information:
- Kanangra area at Oberon: 02 6336 6200
- Wollemi-Yengo area at Bulga: 02 6574 5555
- Mudgee area at Mudgee: 02 6370 9000
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Applies from Fri 29 Apr 2022, 9.12am to Mon 20 Jun 2022, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Fri 29 Apr 2022, 4.23pm
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 aerial baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an aerial baiting program in Wollemi National Park from Monday 9 May to Friday 20 May 2022.
The operation will use meat baits containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise the impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock.
Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location. Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW National Parks managed lands. 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.
Please contact the local NPWS Area office for more information:
- Kanangra area at Oberon: 02 6336 6200
- Hawkesbury-Nattai area at Mt Annan: 02 4632 4500
- Wollemi-Yengo area at Bulga: 02 6574 5555
- Mudgee area at Mudgee: 02 6370 9000
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Applies from Fri 29 Apr 2022, 9.07am to Fri 9 Dec 2022, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Fri 29 Apr 2022, 4.22pm
Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program in Munghorn Gap Nature Reserve from Monday 9 May to Wednesday 9 November 2022.
The operation will use meat baits, meat bait products and canid pest ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock.
Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location. Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW National Parks managed lands. 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.
Please contact the local NPWS Mudgee Area office for more information on 02 6370 9000.
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Applies from Fri 29 Apr 2022, 9.08am to Mon 20 Jun 2022, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Fri 29 Apr 2022, 4.14pm
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 aerial baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an aerial baiting program in Munghorn Gap Nature Reserve from Monday 9 May to Friday 20 May 2022.
The operation will use meat baits containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise the impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock.
Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location. Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW National Parks managed lands. 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.
Please contact the local NPWS Mudgee Area office for more information on 02 6370 9000.
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Applies from Fri 29 Apr 2022, 9.03am to Fri 9 Dec 2022, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Fri 29 Apr 2022, 4.09pm
Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program in Mugii Murum-Ban State Conservation Area from Monday 9 May to Wednesday 9 November 2022.
The operation will use meat baits, meat bait products and canid pest ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock.
Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location. Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW National Parks managed lands. 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.
Please contact the local NPWS Mudgee Area office for more information on 02 6370 9000.
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Applies from Fri 29 Apr 2022, 9.05am to Mon 20 Jun 2022, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Fri 29 Apr 2022, 4.06pm
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 aerial baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an aerial baiting program in Mugii Murum-Ban State Conservation Area from Monday 9 May to Friday 20 May 2022.
The operation will use meat baits containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise the impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock.
Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location. Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW National Parks managed lands. 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.
Please contact the local NPWS Mudgee Area office for more information on 02 6370 9000.
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Applies from Fri 29 Apr 2022, 8.50am to Fri 9 Dec 2022, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Fri 29 Apr 2022, 4.00pm
Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program in Goulburn River National Park from Monday 9 May to Wednesday 9 November 2022.
The operation will use meat baits, meat bait products and canid pest ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock.
Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location. Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW National Parks managed lands. 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.
Please contact the local NPWS Mudgee Area office for more information on 02 6370 9000.
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Applies from Fri 29 Apr 2022, 8.46am to Mon 20 Jun 2022, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Fri 29 Apr 2022, 3.53pm
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 aerial baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an aerial baiting program in Gardens of Stone National Park from Monday 9 May to Friday 20 May 2022.
The operation will use meat baits containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise the impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock.
Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location. Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW National Parks managed lands. 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.
Please contact the local NPWS Area office for more information:
- Kanangra area at Oberon: 02 6336 6200
- Mudgee area at Mudgee: 02 6370 9000
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Applies from Fri 29 Apr 2022, 8.29am to Fri 9 Dec 2022, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Fri 29 Apr 2022, 3.52pm
Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting ongoing ground baiting programs in Gardens of Stone National Park on the following dates:
- Mudgee area from Monday 9 May 2022 to Wednesday 9 November 2022
- Kanangra area from Monday 2 May 2022 to Wednesday 2 November 2022
The operation will use meat baits, meat bait products and canid pest ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock.
Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location. Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW National Parks managed lands. 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.
Please contact the local NPWS Area office for more information:
- Kanangra area at Oberon: 02 6336 6200
- Mudgee area at Mudgee: 02 6370 9000.
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Applies from Fri 29 Apr 2022, 8.19am to Mon 20 Jun 2022, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Fri 29 Apr 2022, 3.05pm
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 aerial baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an aerial baiting program in Capertee National Park from Monday 9 May to Friday 20 May 2022.
The operation will use meat baits containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise the impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock.
Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location. Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW National Parks managed lands. 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.
Please contact the local NPWS Mudgee Area office for more information on 02 6370 9000.
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Applies from Fri 29 Apr 2022, 8.18am to Fri 9 Dec 2022, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Fri 29 Apr 2022, 2.24pm
Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program in Capertee National Park from Monday 9 May to Wednesday 9 November 2022.
The operation will use meat baits, meat bait products and canid pest ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock.
Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location. Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW National Parks managed lands. 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.
Please contact the local NPWS Mudgee Area office for more information on 02 6370 9000.
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Applies from Tue 15 Feb 2022, 2.59pm. Last reviewed: Thu 21 Apr 2022, 4.22pm
Closed areas: Shepherds Gully Road closed due to storm damage
Shepherds Gully Road and Sternbecks Line walking track are closed until further notice due to storm damage.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the Wollemi Yengo area office on 02 6574 5555.
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Applies from Tue 19 Apr 2022, 2.54pm to Mon 20 Jun 2022, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 27 Apr 2022, 8.30am
Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing aerial baiting program in this park from Monday 9 May to Friday 20 May 2022.
The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise the impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock.
Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location. Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW National Parks managed lands. 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.
Please contact the local NPWS Bulga Office for more information on (02) 6574 5555.
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Applies from Tue 19 Apr 2022, 2.40pm to Fri 9 Dec 2022, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 19 May 2022, 3.13pm
Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 Program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program in Dharug National Park, Manobalai Nature Reserve, Parr State Conservation Area, Wollemi State Conservation Area, and Yengo National Park from Monday 9th May 2022 to Wednesday 9th November 2022.
The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock.
Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location. Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW National Parks managed lands. 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.
Please contact the local Bulga NPWS Office for more information on (020 6574 5555,
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Applies from Mon 11 Apr 2022, 12.15pm to Tue 31 May 2022, 12.16pm. Last reviewed: Mon 11 Apr 2022, 12.20pm
Safety alerts: Road conditions to Newnes Campground
The road to Newnes campground is in poor condition but currently remains open. Please drive to the conditions. For further updates on this road and closures, please refer to Lithgow City Councils website.
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Applies from Wed 2 Feb 2022, 9.20am to Wed 31 Aug 2022, 9.24am. Last reviewed: Sun 17 Apr 2022, 9.54am
Closed areas: Road closures
A number of roads in this park are closed due to storm and flood damage. The closed roads are:
- California trail - closed until late September 2022
- Martindale trail - reopening to people with permits late June 2022
- Hunter Main trail:
- Sheepskin Hut trail to Raspberry Junction - closed until mid June 2022
- Raspberry Junction to Three Ways - closed until late June 2022
- Mellong Range trail - closed until early June 2022
- Commission Road - Kings Cross to King Junction - closed until late May 2022
- Bulga Trail - closed until late June 2022
Visitor areas that are currently closed include:
- California Hut - closed until late September 2022
- Sheepskin Hut - closed.
Gates have been locked, and signs are in place on closed roads. Expected reopening times are subject to weather delays.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Bulga area office.
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Applies from Mon 28 Mar 2022, 4.11pm. Last reviewed: Fri 29 Apr 2022, 7.17am
Closed areas: Bob Turners Track closed due to potential landslip
Bob Turners track is closed until further notice, due to an imminent landslip and major safety concerns.
For more information, call the local NPWS office on 02 4632 4500.
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Applies from Tue 21 Dec 2021, 1.20pm to Wed 31 Aug 2022, 1.22pm. Last reviewed: Thu 31 Mar 2022, 1.02pm
Closed areas: Sheepskin Hut campground and picnic area closed
Sheepskin Hut campground and picnic area are closed for toilet repairs from Tuesday 21 December to Thursday 31 Aug 2022.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Bulga office.
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Applies from Mon 9 May 2022, 9.25am to Fri 29 Jul 2022, 9.25am. Last reviewed: Tue 19 Apr 2022, 11.22am
Closed areas: Dunns Swamp - Ganguddy campground closed
Dunns Swamp - Ganguddy campground is closed from Monday 9 May to Monday 27 June 2022 for upgrades.
The access road will be closed to all vehicle traffic. All campsites and picnic areas will also be closed.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the local office.
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Applies from Thu 25 Nov 2021, 10.05am. Last reviewed: Tue 1 Mar 2022, 12.38pm
Safety alerts: Flood damage and creek levels high
Heavy rainfall has resulted in flooding. Please be aware that creek and river levels are elevated. Crossings may not be passable. Many roads and walking tracks are closed.
Do not cross creeks where water levels are high. Walkers should be prepared to retrace steps.
As an indicator, walkers should not attempt crossings where water is flowing over stepping stones.
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Applies from Tue 1 Mar 2022, 9.28am to Wed 31 Aug 2022, 9.29am. Last reviewed: Wed 9 Mar 2022, 10.31am
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 baiting
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a baiting program using Canid Pest Ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes. The program will be continuous and ongoing between Tuesday 1 March 2022 to Wednesday 31 August 2022 within Winburndale Nature Reserve.
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.
For further information call NPWS Central West Area Office on 02 6332 7640.
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Applies from Thu 11 Nov 2021, 8.32am to Mon 3 Oct 2022, 8.34am. Last reviewed: Mon 13 Dec 2021, 8.35am
Safety alerts: River crossings to campgrounds
Vehicle access to the following camping areas is via natural river bed crossings that require 4WD capability, and are subject to flooding:
- Wollemi National Park - Newnes (Cricket Pitch camping area only)
- Turon National Park - all camping areas
- Marrangaroo National Park - main camping area
- Abercrombie River National Park - all camping areas
- Kanangra Boyd National Park - Kowmung river crossing
River levels can rise rapidly with heavy rain falling upstream. Please check the weather forecast before leaving home.
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