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Applies from Fri 17 Apr 2026, 4.10pm to Wed 6 May 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 17 Apr 2026, 4.09pm
Closed parks: Park closed for aerial pest control operation
Narran Lake Nature Reserve is closed from 5pm 3rd of May to 5pm 6th of May 2026 for an aerial pest control operation. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office on (02) 6792 7300 or email npws.barwon@dcceew.nsw.gov.au.
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Applies from Wed 1 Apr 2026, 12.17pm. Last reviewed: Wed 15 Apr 2026, 9.07am
Safety alerts: Elevated bushfire risk
Due to warm, dry conditions there is currently an elevated risk of bushfires.
Due to the risk of starting or becoming trapped by bushfire off-track/ backcountry/ bush camping is currently not permitted. Camping is currently only permitted within designated campgrounds.
If lighting a fire or using a device that may cause a fire follow these rules:
- Check the NSW Rural Fire Service website for the latest information on Fire Danger Rating or Total Fire Bans
- Solid fuel fires are only permitted in designated national park fireplaces
- Clear all flammable material within at least two metres of the fire / ignition source
- Ensure you have a way to extinguish the fire (minimum of a bucket of water or fire extinguisher)
- Keep fires small, attended, and supervised at all times
- Never leave a fire unattended or burning overnight
- Fully extinguish campfires using water – soak, stir, and repeat until cold
- During hot, dry or windy conditions, fires can become dangerous quickly — if conditions worsen, fires should be put out early, don’t wait to be told
Report any unattended or unsafe fires to the local NPWS office 6843 4000, or in the event of a bush fire or other emergency call 000.
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Applies from Wed 1 Apr 2026, 10.00am to Wed 30 Sep 2026, 10.01am. Last reviewed: Wed 1 Apr 2026, 10.02am
Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 program
The Australian Wildlife Conservancy (AWC) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes.
Ground baiting will occur in Pilliga National Park and Pilliga State Conservation Area.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species.
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.
For more information please contact the Australian Wildlife Conservancy (AWC) on 0460 876 654 or NPWS Castlereagh Area on 02 6843 4000.
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Applies from Wed 25 Feb 2026, 8.00am to Tue 30 Jun 2026, 4.30pm. Last reviewed: Mon 23 Feb 2026, 2.17pm
Closed areas: Culgoa Campground Closed for upgrade works
Culgoa National Park will be closed from 25th February until approximately 30th June 2026 due to campground upgrade works.
If you require any further information regarding this closure, please contact the Bourke Office on 0268300200.
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Applies from Fri 20 Feb 2026, 6.00am to Sat 20 Jun 2026, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 11 Feb 2026, 10.19am
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 Ground Baiting Program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting a ground baiting program from the 20th February 2026 to the 20th July 2026. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of feral pigs.
The program will take place in Culgoa National Park.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species.
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 Bourke NPWS area office for more information on (02) 6830 0200
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Applies from Sun 1 Feb 2026, 9.05am to Tue 30 Jun 2026, 12.40pm. Last reviewed: Tue 7 Apr 2026, 1.40pm
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 ongoing program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program from 1st February 2026 to 30th June 2026. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) grain for the control of feral pigs.
The program will take place in Budelah Nature Reserve as weather and seasonal conditions allow. Australian wildlife has a naturally high tolerance to 1080 and will not be negatively impacted.
The program is designed to minimise the impact of feral pigs on native vegetation, wildlife and neighbouring enterprises.
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 Barwon NPWS area office for more information on 6792 7300.
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Applies from Fri 26 Sep 2025, 2.24pm. Last reviewed: Tue 14 Apr 2026, 10.39am
Closed areas: Sandstone Caves closed due to rockfall hazard
Sandstone Caves walking track will be closed until further notice due to a rock fall hazard.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Pilliga Forest Discovery Centre on 6843 4011.
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Applies from Thu 1 Jan 2026, 12.39pm to Tue 30 Jun 2026, 12.40pm. Last reviewed: Tue 7 Apr 2026, 1.38pm
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 ongoing program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program from 1st January 2026 to 30th June 2026. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) grain for the control of feral pigs and 1080 meat baits for wild dogs and foxes.
The program will take place in Warrambool State Conservation Area as weather and seasonal conditions allow. Australian wildlife has a naturally high tolerance to 1080 and will not be negatively impacted.
The program is designed to minimise the impact of feral pigs, wild dogs and foxes on native vegetation, wildlife and neighbouring enterprises.
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 Barwon NPWS area office for more information on 6792 7300.
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