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Applies from Tue 9 Dec 2025, 10.23am. Last reviewed: Mon 15 Jun 2026, 1.21pm
The Scrub Bird and Brushy Mountain walking tracks are closed until further notice due to a significant tree fall.
Both walks depart from Brushy Mountain Campground.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Port Macquarie NPWS office on (02) 6588 5555.
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Applies from Mon 15 Jun 2026, 11.44am to Fri 19 Jun 2026, 5.44pm. Last reviewed: Mon 15 Jun 2026, 12.01pm
Kempsey Shire Council in conjunction with National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) have commenced the next stage of works on the Mulumun Walk Trail (formerly known as Five Headlands Walking Trail).
These works will see a temporary closure of Little Bay Picnic Area, Smoky Cape to Little Bay Walking Track, Access to North and South Gap Beach while the helicopter places construction material along the walking track.
These closures are in place to ensure the safety of visitors, staff and contractors at all times. During the closures, staff will prevent unauthorised traffic and pedestrian access.
Further information about the Mulumun Trail is available on the Kempsey Shire Council website.
Your support and feedback is important to us. If you have any questions or need further information, please contact NPWS Hastings Macleay on (02) 6561 6700 or at npws.hastingsmacleay@environment.nsw.gov.au.
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Applies from Thu 11 Jun 2026, 3.58pm. Last reviewed: Thu 11 Jun 2026, 4.59pm
Grading of Diamond Head Road in Crowdy Bay National Park is scheduled to occur from Monday 15 June 2026 onwards, starting at the northern park entry point through to the intersection with Kylies Beach access road, and then progressing further south. The road will remain open during works, however please be mindful of heavy machinery and workers on the road, and expect short delays. Drive safely and follow the directions of roadwork signage and workers.
Diamond Head, Indian Head, and Kylies Beach campgrounds are currently best accessed using Diamond Head Road from the northern park entry point via Laurieton.
For more information, contact the NPWS Port Macquarie office on (02) 6588 5555.
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Applies from Thu 11 Jun 2026, 1.52pm to Mon 3 Aug 2026, 11.59am. Last reviewed: Thu 11 Jun 2026, 2.21pm
Changed Road Conditions due to road Maintenance works are in place in Werrikimbe National Parks and Oxley Wild Rivers National Park.
Affected Roads and trails are:
Roadworks are scheduled to repair the road from 22 June for up to 4-6 weeks. Heavy plant will be operating during this time, take care and drive safely.
For more information, contact the local NPWS office at Walcha on 02 6777 4700, or Armidale Office on 02 6738 9100.
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Applies from Mon 1 Jun 2026, 9.00am to Fri 19 Jun 2026, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Wed 10 Jun 2026, 11.10am
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NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be controlling invasive bitou bush using aerial spraying in selected coastal areas of Limeburners Creek, Goolawah, and Hat Head National Parks between 15 and 19 June 2026.
To ensure public safety, temporary closures will be in place on the day of spraying only in affected areas. These closures will include:
Limeburners Creek National Park - planned week commencing 15th June
Goolawah National Park - planned week commencing 15th June
Hat Head National Park - planned week commencing 15th June
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Please note that closures will apply only while operations are underway in the area. NPWS staff will be onsite during closures, and affected areas will be reopened approximately one hour after treatment, once the spray has dried on vegetation.
For further information, please contact NPWS Hastings Macleay at npws.hastingsmacleay@environment.nsw.gov.au
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Applies from Sun 14 Jun 2026, 12.00am to Mon 29 Jun 2026, 7.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 9 Jun 2026, 3.56pm
Starrs Creek Road is closed from 14 June 2026 to 29 June 2026 whilst road repair works are undertaken.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on (02) 6591 0300.
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Applies from Tue 7 Apr 2026, 11.29am to Fri 19 Jun 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 8 Jun 2026, 2.00pm
The paved beach access track from Diamond Head campground to the beach is closed for upgrades from Monday 20th April 2026 until completion. The paved path will be replaced with a raised deck, ramp and handrail to improve visitor safety and accessibility.
There will be no access to the beach using this track while the new structure is built. Visitors will need to use the old 4WD beach access track located 20m away. There will be some disturbance from construction noise during normal work hours of 8am-5pm, Monday to Friday.
For more information, call the NPWS Port Macquarie on (02) 6588 5555.
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Applies from Mon 27 Oct 2025, 12.00am to Sat 4 Jul 2026, 12.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 26 May 2026, 11.46am
The Dangars Gorge precinct in Oxley Wild Rivers NP is strictly closed from Monday 27 October 2025 to Friday 3 July 2026 while visitor facilities are being upgraded. The areas that will be closed include:
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local Armidale NPWS office (02 6738 9100).
NPWS will be making improvements to the campground, walking tracks and signage upgrades as well as installing a new pedestrian bridge.
During this time, visitors to Oxley Wild Rivers NP can still access other visitor precincts, such as Long Point, Gara Gorge, Wollomombi Falls, and for the more adventurous, Riverside or Halls Peak. Please note that access to Riverside and Halls Peak requires an access permit and a low-range 4WD vehicle. More information can be found on the NPWS website https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/
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Applies from Thu 7 May 2026, 8.00am to Fri 3 Jul 2026, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 15 Jun 2026, 8.50am
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be controlling invasive environmental weeds using hand spraying in selected coastal dune areas of Limeburners Creek National Park between Thursday 7 May and Friday 3 July 2026.
Temporary closures will be in place on the day of spraying only in affected areas. These closures will include walking trail access to Barries Bay Beach north of Point Plomer.
The program is designed to reduce infestations of invasive weeds species such as bitou bush, lantana, senna and morning glory.
Please contact the Kempsey NPWS Office on (02) 6561 6700 for more information.
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Applies from Thu 22 May 2025, 12.28pm. Last reviewed: Thu 7 May 2026, 8.12pm
The following reserves are closed until further notice due to flood impacts;
Remember, it’s never safe to drive, ride or walk through flood waters.
For further information, please contact NPWS Manning Great Lakes Area Office on 6591 0300.
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Applies from Thu 14 Aug 2025, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 22 May 2026, 10.01am
The following areas within Tapin Tops National Park are closed due to flood impacts;
For further information, please contact NPWS Manning Great Lakes Area on (02) 6591 0300
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Applies from Thu 16 Oct 2025, 2.34pm. Last reviewed: Wed 8 Apr 2026, 12.58pm
Brimbin Pontoon has sustained damage and is temporarily closed. NPWS apologises for any inconvenience.
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Applies from Mon 5 May 2025, 1.46pm. Last reviewed: Fri 12 Jun 2026, 1.12pm
Please be advised that the Port Macquarie Koala Hospital (managed by Koala Conservation Australia) next door to Roto House Historic Site will be closed for redevelopment until mid-2026.
The National Parks Roto House and its thriving café ‘Home at Roto House’ will continue to operate as normal, open 7days, 8:30-2pm.
Check out their website for upcoming events: https://www.homeatroto.com.au/
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Applies from Tue 5 Aug 2025, 12.07pm to Thu 31 Dec 2026, 12.08pm. Last reviewed: Wed 8 Apr 2026, 12.13pm
Flat Rock Lookout is closed for visitor safety until further notice.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on (02) 6591 0300.
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Applies from Tue 9 Jul 2024, 3.50pm to Thu 31 Dec 2026, 2.26pm. Last reviewed: Wed 8 Apr 2026, 12.13pm
Newbys Creek Walk and Caves are closed for visitor safety until further notice.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on (02) 6591 0300.
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Applies from Mon 3 Nov 2025, 11.24am. Last reviewed: Mon 8 Jun 2026, 2.07pm
Visitors are advised that for safety reasons firepits have been removed from Crowdy Gap campground.
Fires are not permitted on the ground. If you choose to have a fire you must bring your own portable fire pit or brazier. Braziers can be hired from Diamond Head campground if required.
Visitors must also bring in their own firewood and be aware of fire regulations and any park or total fire bans in place.
Penalties apply for non-compliance.
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Applies from Sat 6 Jul 2024, 4.02pm. Last reviewed: Mon 1 Jun 2026, 2.43pm
Recent rain events have resulted in some sections of the Coastal Walk in Sea Acres National Park becoming eroded and slippery. The affected sections are between Miners Beach and the carpark adjacent to the intersection of Lighthouse Road and Matthew Flinders Drive. Walkers proceeding with the walk should exercise caution and wear appropriate footwear.
For more information, contact the local NPWS office on (02) 6588 5555.
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Applies from Mon 14 Oct 2024, 4.15pm. Last reviewed: Wed 10 Jun 2026, 1.48pm
Innes Ruins is closed to public entry except by guided tour. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 6588 5555.
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