Current alerts in this area
Last reviewed: Thu 21 November 2019, 2.23pm
Applies from Tue 19 Nov 2019, 4.05pm
to Fri 6 Dec 2019, 11.59pm.
Last reviewed: Thu 21 Nov 2019, 2.23pm.
Fire bans: Park Fire Ban - Hastings Macleay area
A park fire ban is in place in this park and remains in effect unless otherwise extended or removed. 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:
- They're under direct control of an adult
- The ground within 2m of the barbecue is cleared of all flammable materials
- There's an adequate supply of water (minimum of a bucket)
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 21 Nov 2019, 2.45pm to Mon 16 Dec 2019, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Thu 21 Nov 2019, 3.30pm
Closed parks: Crowdy Bay National Park closed - bushfire
This park is closed due to bushfire, dangerous trees and damaged infrastructure. Do not enter the park. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
This fire is called Bills Crossing Fire Crowdy Bay NP. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 6588 5555 or visit the Rural Fire Service website.
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Applies from Tue 19 Nov 2019, 4.05pm to Fri 6 Dec 2019, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Thu 21 Nov 2019, 2.23pm
Fire bans: Park Fire Ban - Hastings Macleay area
A park fire ban is in place in this park and remains in effect unless otherwise extended or removed. 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:
- They're under direct control of an adult
- The ground within 2m of the barbecue is cleared of all flammable materials
- There's an adequate supply of water (minimum of a bucket)
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.
Affects 6 parks nearby. Show list
Applies from Sat 26 Oct 2019, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 18 Nov 2019, 8.38pm
Fires - Advice: Bills Crossing Crowdy
There is a fire in this park called Bills Crossing Crowdy. Refer to the Rural Fire Service for latest information.
Do not enter any closed area or area with fire. If you see an unattended fire call Triple Zero (000). Penalties apply for non-compliance.
For more information about fire safety in parks and reserves, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Sat 26 Oct 2019, 7.19pm. Last reviewed: Mon 18 Nov 2019, 8.21pm
Fires - Advice: Crestwood Dr, Port Macquarie
There is a fire in this park called Crestwood Dr, Port Macquarie. Refer to the Rural Fire Service for latest information.
Do not enter any closed area or area with fire. If you see an unattended fire call Triple Zero (000). Penalties apply for non-compliance.
For more information about fire safety in parks and reserves, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Sun 10 Nov 2019, 3.01pm to Fri 29 Nov 2019, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Thu 21 Nov 2019, 2.47pm
Closed parks: Park closed - emergency bushfire conditions
This park and all national parks in the Hastings Macleay area are closed from Sunday 10 November to midnight Friday 29 November 2019 due to emergency bushfire conditions. Do not enter the park. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 6588 5555 or 02 6566 6168. Or, visit the Rural Fire Service website.
Affects 3 parks nearby. Show list
Applies from Wed 9 Oct 2019, 6.09pm to Mon 23 Dec 2019, 6.02pm. Last reviewed: Wed 13 Nov 2019, 10.22am
Other planned events: 1080 pest management
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service is doing 1080 ground baiting of foxes in Crowdy Bay National Park.
This baiting program will run from Monday 14 October to Monday 23 December 2019. It will reduce the impacts of foxes on wildlife and/or threatened species in the park.
There will be 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 local park office on 02 6588 5555 or 1300 072 757 after hours.
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