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Applies from Mon 8 Dec 2025, 12.48pm to Wed 31 Dec 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 8 Dec 2025, 12.52pm
Other planned events: Brummies Road, Condowie Road and North Wollumbin Road - essential road maintenance
Essential road maintenance is currently being undertaken to Brummies Road, Condowie Road and North Wollumbin Road. Works will be undertaken between 7:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday to Friday. The works are expected to be completed by 31 December 2025. Heavy plant and machinery will be operating in the area. During these works access maybe temporarily restricted. Bushwalkers and cyclists are advised to follow the directions of roadwork signs and contractor staff.
These roads were badly damaged during the Flood 2022 event. Works being undertaken include the re-surfacing of trails, re-instatement of drainage, and the replacement of damaged bridges.
For more information contact the local NPWS office on 02 6639 8300.
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Applies from Mon 8 Dec 2025, 6.00am to Fri 12 Dec 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 8 Dec 2025, 8.54am
Closed areas: Nightcap Range Road closed for maintenance roadworks
Nightcap Range Road will be closed from Telephone Road trailer parking area to Rummery Park campground from 8am Monday 8 December 2025 until 5pm Friday 12 December 2025. Access to Rummery campground is via Minyon Drive only.
For more information, email or call the local NPWS Alstonville office 02 6627 0200.
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Applies from Mon 8 Dec 2025, 6.00am to Fri 19 Dec 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 8 Dec 2025, 8.53am
Other planned events: Nightcap Range Road and Minyon Drive roadworks
Roadworks will be underway on Nightcap Range Road and Minyon Drive Monday 8 December until Friday 19 December 2025. The road may be uneven and slippery during this time. Drive safely and follow the directions of roadwork signs, traffic control and NPWS staff.
For more information, email or call the local NPWS Alstonville office 02 6627 0200.
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Applies from Tue 29 Apr 2025, 9.09am. Last reviewed: Fri 5 Dec 2025, 9.20am
Safety alerts: Pebbly Beach and Station Creek campgrounds - Changed access
Forest Corporation NSW will be conducting hauling operations on McPhillips Road, involving the use of logging trucks. An end date for the operation is unknown.
Please take care when driving along McPhillips Road and be cautious of approaching heavy vehicles.
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Applies from Thu 1 Aug 2024, 9.53am to Sat 31 Jan 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 5 Dec 2025, 9.01am
Other planned events: 1080 baiting operation
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program in Yuraygir National Park from 31 July to 31 December 2025.
The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes. It's 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.
For more information, contact the NPWS Grafton area office on 02 6641 1500.
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Applies from Fri 5 Dec 2025, 8.15am to Fri 19 Dec 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 5 Dec 2025, 8.21am
Closed areas: Tommy's Rock Walk and Lookout Closed for Upgrade Works
Tommy's Rock Walk and Lookout will be closed from 8am 5 December 2025 to 5pm 19 December 2025 to allow for upgrade works to take place. The track will be inaccessible from the turn off on Old Grafton Road to both walkers and vehicles.
Mann River Campground and Day Use Area will remain open during this time.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Northern Tablelands Area office on 02 6739 0700.
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Applies from Wed 3 Dec 2025, 3.48pm to Wed 31 Dec 2025, 3.49pm. Last reviewed: Wed 3 Dec 2025, 4.05pm
Closed areas: Cambridge Plateau Forest Drive - partial closure 7-24 December
Cambridge Plateau Forest Drive will be closed between Peacock Creek Road and Mount Babyl Trail from Sunday 7 to Wednesday 24 December 2025 due to repair works.
Cambridge Plateau picnic area, Culmaran loop trail and Culmaran Valley track all remain open and are accessible from teh south via the Bruxner Highway.
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There is no access to Peacock Creek campground via Cambridge Plateau Forest Drive until the road re-opens. Please use Sextonville Road or Peacock Creek Road.
For the duration of the road closure access to Mount Babyl is limitied to ermegency needs only and will requier an NPWS/KRB key.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Kyogle area office on 02 6632 0000.
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Applies from Wed 3 Dec 2025, 9.15am to Mon 1 Jun 2026, 9.16am. Last reviewed: Wed 3 Dec 2025, 9.22am
Safety alerts: Cunglebung Rd Closed due to storm damage
Part of Cunglebung Rod is closed due to storm damage from the 3 December 2025 to 1 June 2026. Do not enter this area for your own safety. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office (02) 6739 0700.
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Applies from Mon 8 Dec 2025, 6.00am to Fri 12 Dec 2025, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 1 Dec 2025, 10.47am
Closed areas: Gap Road maintenance work
Roadworks will be underway on Gap Road from Monday 8 December to Friday 12 December 2025. The road may be uneven and slippery during this time. Drive safely and follow the directions of traffic controllers and roadwork signs.
For more information, contact the Alstonville NPWS office 02 6627 0200 or npws.richmondriver@environment.nsw.gov.au
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Applies from Mon 1 Dec 2025, 8.52am to Wed 31 Dec 2025, 8.53am. Last reviewed: Mon 1 Dec 2025, 8.59am
Safety alerts: Sara River From Ballards Flat for Area Operations
The Sara River at Ballard's Flat (Paddy Ross Trail) in Guy Fawkes River National Park will be closed for the month of December for the area to complete park operations. Do not enter this area for your own safety and for the safety of our staff.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office (02) 6739 0700.
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Applies from Wed 1 Oct 2025, 8.26am to Wed 31 Dec 2025, 8.40am. Last reviewed: Tue 2 Dec 2025, 8.04am
Closed parks: Reserves and conservation areas closed due to ex-tropical cyclone Alfred
For safety, some reserves and conservation areas are closed until 31 December 2025 due to damage caused by ex-tropical cyclone Alfred. Areas will be opened once inspections, and any necessary works, are completed.
Penalties apply for non-compliance.
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Applies from Fri 31 Oct 2025, 9.06am to Sun 31 May 2026, 9.06am. Last reviewed: Tue 2 Dec 2025, 11.37am
Safety alerts: Murray Scrub Road - 2WD access dry weather only
Murray Scrub Road access is limited to dry weather only for 2WD vehicles until future surface works occur.
We apologies for any inconvenience. For more information, contact the Kyogle NPWS office on 02 6632 0000 or npws.richmondriver@environment.nsw.gov.au.
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Applies from Thu 1 Feb 2024, 10.07am to Tue 30 Jun 2026, 10.08am. Last reviewed: Tue 2 Dec 2025, 11.36am
Closed parks: Jubullum Flat Camp closed
Jubullum Flat Camp Aboriginal Area is closed until further notice due to hazardous trees and related works.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Kyogle NPWS office on 02 6632 0000.
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Applies from Tue 30 Sep 2025, 1.00pm to Sat 28 Feb 2026, 1.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 28 Nov 2025, 2.07pm
Safety alerts: Peacock Creek campground access changed
Access to Peacock Creek campground has changed due to deterioration of local roads following the impacts of Cyclone Alfred. See below best options to access the campground whilst repairs and upgrades take place on local roads:
- Cambridge Plateau Forest Drive via Bruxner Highway (south) - best access when open, 2WD suitable in dry weather only. Intermittently closed during periods of wet weather.
- Sextonville Road via Summerland Way (east) - Currently good access including caravans and long vehicles. However, note it is 2WD suitable in dry weather only.
- Iron Pot Creek Road via Kyogle (north) - Currently under traffic control and not suitable for caravans/campertrailers. Good access for most vehicles from Kyogle via Afterlee Road to the Dam Access Road, then a left turn onto Brays Road, right turn onto Logan's Bridge Road, right turn onto Iron Pot Creek Road. Follow signs to Bonalbo once on Brays Road.
- Peacock Creek Road via Clarence way (west) - 4WD only, not recommended for towing. Two steep creek crossings not suitable for 2WD/AWD, badly damaged with large pot holes.
Drivers advised to drive to conditions, check NPWS website alerts before visiting and follow all signage instructions at road works. For more information, contact the NPWS Kyogle area office on 02 6632 0000.
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Applies from Tue 28 Oct 2025, 11.32am to Thu 30 Apr 2026, 11.48am. Last reviewed: Tue 2 Dec 2025, 1.18pm
Closed areas: Toonumbar Forest Drive and Cox's Road closed
From 28 October 2025, Toonumbar Forest Drive and Cox's Road are closed until Autumn 2026. Estimated re-opening is May 2026 following completion of maintenance works.
Sherwood lookout and Murray Scrub lookout remain closed until the roads are re-opened. Iron Pot Creek campground and Murray Scrub walking track are only accessible via Murray Scrub Road from Afterlee.
Both roads are not safely trafficable in wet conditions and are therefore seasonally closed from late spring until late autumn dependant on rainfall during the wet season. There may also be additional closures during forecast weather events and damage during the winter period.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information call the NPWS Kyogle area office on 02 6632 0000.
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Applies from Thu 19 Sep 2024, 4.12pm to Thu 31 Dec 2026, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 28 Nov 2025, 12.17pm
Other planned events: Notice of noise from RAAF training operations
Bundjalung National Park visitors may experience loud aircraft noise until further notice. RAAF training operations from the nearby Evans Head Air Weapons Range may be heard and seen from the Black Rocks campground and Jerusalem Creek paddle route and walking track.
Please note:
- The RAAF schedule of planned air operations is available on the Defence Aircraft Noise webpage.
- RAAF schedules for the Air Weapons Range in Bundjalung National Park can change at short notice due to weather or other operational considerations.
- Aircraft may not utilise the range every day of scheduled operations.
For more information, call the NPWS Alstonville area office on 02 6627 0200 or visit the Defence Aircraft Noise webpage.
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Applies from Fri 11 Jul 2025, 8.49am to Sat 31 Jan 2026, 8.55am. Last reviewed: Tue 25 Nov 2025, 8.36am
Safety alerts: Station Creek canoe launch and viewing platform
The canoe launch and viewing platform at Station Creek has been removed, and public access remains restricted until a new structure is installed. This closure is necessary to ensure public safety and protect the surrounding environment.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office.
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Applies from Wed 3 Sep 2025, 12.00pm to Wed 31 Dec 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 11 Nov 2025, 11.54am
Other planned events: Susan Island Nature Reserve - 1080 baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program in Susan Island Nature Reserve Area from 31st July to 31st December 2025.
The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes.
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 Grafton NPWS area office for more information on 02 66 411 500.
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Applies from Thu 18 Sep 2025, 4.12pm to Fri 18 Sep 2026, 8.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 3 Nov 2025, 1.17pm
Other planned events: 1080 baiting operation
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program in Bundjalung National Park from 24th September 2025 to 24th September 2026.
The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes. Its 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 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, contact the NPWS Grafton area office on 02 66 411 500.
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Applies from Mon 2 Sep 2024, 9.00am to Wed 31 Dec 2025, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 5 Dec 2025, 8.44am
Other planned events: Closure of Old Grafton Road
Clarence Valley Council are conducting extensive roadworks closing the Old Grafton Road (Old Glen Innes Road) between Mann River Campground and Dalmorton Campground. Mann River Campground is accessible from the Glen Innes (Western) side of the Old Grafton Road, whereas Dalmorton must be accessed from Grafton (Eastern) side. The Dalmorton Tunnel is closed during this time.
Please be aware this closure may add significantly to travel time to and from the campground. At this stage works are scheduled until the end of December 2025.
Further information relating to this closure can be found on https://www.livetraffic.com/
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Applies from Wed 27 Aug 2025, 8.02am to Tue 30 Jun 2026, 8.05am. Last reviewed: Fri 28 Nov 2025, 2.08pm
Other incidents: Yabbra NP - Road conditions
South Yabbra Road runs South from Clarence Way providing visitors with an 18km rainforest road experience to the heart of Yabbra National Park. South Yabbra Road is generally suitable for AWD or 4WD vehicles in dry weather conditions and is a no through road (visitors need to return along South Yabbra Road). From the end of South Yabbra Road visitors can walk or cycle along the adjacent management trails to explore further. Joes Box Road, Yabbra Plains Road, Pocupar Road, Bald Knob Road and South Haystack Feeder are management trails where public vehicle access is not permitted. These management trails are periodically closed to visitors for road maintenance or pest management operations with closures notified on NPWS website.
Sheas Hut Road provides public vehicle access for a further 10 km however is in poor condition and not promoted.
There are frequent tree falls along these roads and visitors are advised to avoid during wet weather events or strong winds. For further information contact the Kyogle NPWS office on (02) 6632 0000.
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Applies from Mon 1 Jul 2024, 9.36am to Wed 31 Dec 2025, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Tue 11 Nov 2025, 11.54am
Closed areas: Rocky Point walking track stairs closed
Rocky Point walking track stairs are closed until further notice for remediation works.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Tue 29 Apr 2025, 10.48am to Wed 31 Dec 2025, 10.49am. Last reviewed: Mon 24 Nov 2025, 7.36am
Closed areas: Nightcap Range Road closed in both directions
Nightcap Range Road is closed to traffic in both directions due to a major landslip associated with the 2022 flood event. The closure affects the section of Nightcap Range Road between Rummery Road intersection and Telephone Road trailer parking area.
Access to Minyon Falls and Rummery Park is via Minyon Falls Road only.
An estimated repair date has not been determined. For more information, please email or call Richmond River NPWS on 02 6672 0200.
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Applies from Fri 30 Jun 2023, 5.44pm. Last reviewed: Tue 25 Nov 2025, 4.07pm
Closed areas: Wollumbin (Mount Warning) summit track and summit
Wollumbin (Mount Warning) summit track and the summit are closed until further notice. Parking at Korrumbyn Creek and Breakfast Creek is limited.
Korrumbyn Creek picnic area, Lyrebird walking track, and visitor facilities at Breakfast Creek remain open.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For up-to-date visitor information visit the Wollumbin National Park webpage.
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Applies from Sat 15 Feb 2025, 11.20am. Last reviewed: Mon 27 Oct 2025, 9.09am
Closed areas: Border Loop Lookout closed for roadworks
The Border Loop Lookout and walking track will be closed to all visitors to allow for essential roadworks on the Lions Road.
The Lions Road will be closed to all visitors between Standfield's Bridge at Cougal and the Queensland border.
Further information is available on the Live Traffic NSW website.
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Applies from Wed 26 Nov 2014, 4.28pm. Last reviewed: Mon 1 Dec 2025, 8.42am
Closed areas: Road closure
Some areas of this park are closed until further notice due to the demolition of a bridge from a past flooding event.
The closed areas include the 4WD access to North Washpool, an area also known as Washpool rest area, entering from Baryulgil onto Collum Collum Road. The bridge is washed away at the junction of Washpool Creek and Collum Collum Road.
Please note:
- Washpool National Park’s 2WD entrance off Gwydir Highway onto Coachwood Drive and Washpool Forest Way is open.
- Bellbird campground, Coombadjha campground and the Granites lookout and picnic areas are accessible.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Northern Tablelands Area office on 02 6739 0700 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Sun 1 Jan 2023, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 5 Dec 2025, 8.14am
Safety alerts: 4WD Access Only
Butterleaf Road, the access road into Butterleaf NP through the adjoining State Forest, is in very poor condition, and access is restricted to 4WD only. Please exercise caution and drive to conditions.
For further information contact the NPWS Northern Tablelands Area office on 02 6739 0700.
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Applies from Wed 1 Jan 2025, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 5 Dec 2025, 8.14am
Safety alerts: Speed limits within park
Vehicle access in Boonoo Boonoo NP is restricted to a maximum of 40km/h throughout the park, and some areas with shared pedestrian access are restricted to 10km/h. Gravel roads can become slippery at times, particularly in wet weather, so please exercise caution and adhere to the sign-posted limits.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Northern Tablelands Area office on 02 6739 0700.
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Applies from Sun 5 Jan 2025, 3.39pm to Sat 28 Feb 2026, 3.39pm. Last reviewed: Tue 25 Nov 2025, 10.25am
Safety alerts: Cambridge Plateau Forest Drive - 2WD access dry weather only
Cambridge Plateu Forest Drive access is limited to dry weather only for 2WD vehicles until future surface works occur.
We apologies for any inconvenience. For more information, contact the Kyogle NPWS office on 02 6632 0000 or npws.richmondriver@environment.nsw.gov.au.
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Applies from Wed 12 Apr 2017, 11.03am. Last reviewed: Tue 11 Nov 2025, 11.53am
Other planned events: Yuraygir coastal walk river crossing contacts
The Yuraygir coastal walk river crossing contact details are:
- Wooli River crossing - call 0439 409 909
- Sandon River crossing - call 0429 520 255
- Corindi/Red Rock River crossing - no commercial service available
For further information please call the NPWS Grafton area office on 02 6641 1500.
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