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Applies from Thu 5 Feb 2026, 10.24am to Tue 24 Feb 2026, 10.25am. Last reviewed: Thu 5 Feb 2026, 11.18am
Closed parks: Park closed for aerial pest control operation
Burrinjuck and Black Andrew Nature Reserves are closed from 5pm Saturday the 21st of February 2026 until 7am Tuesday the 24th of February 2026 for an aerial pest control operation.
This program will target goats and pigs to reduce the significant impact that these species have on native plants including threatened species within the reserves.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Queanbeyan NPWS office on (02) 6229 7166.
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Applies from Mon 19 Jan 2026, 8.14am to Fri 20 Feb 2026, 8.14am. Last reviewed: Thu 5 Feb 2026, 9.51am
Closed areas: Roads CLOSED for maintenance
Some tracks within the MIA 3 precinct will be closed from Monday 19 January until Friday 13 February 2026 due to road maintenance.
MIA 3 Precinct trails that are CLOSED:
- Forest Drive
- Euwarderry Trail
- Whitton Beach Trails
- River Access Trail
- Demamiel Trail
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Mon 9 Feb 2026, 6.00am to Thu 12 Feb 2026, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Sat 31 Jan 2026, 8.59pm
Closed parks: Park closed for ground pest control operation
Black Andrew Nature Reserve and Ulandra Nature Reserve are closed from 6am, Monday 9th February to 11:59pm, Thursday 12th February 2026 for a feral animal ground pest shooting control operation. Do not enter the reserves during the closure period. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office.
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Applies from Tue 2 Dec 2025, 3.32pm to Thu 30 Apr 2026, 3.33pm. Last reviewed: Thu 5 Feb 2026, 9.35am
Safety alerts: Tree Branches May Fall
Please avoid sitting directly underneath the River Red Gum trees within the Middle Beach visitor area, as they are notorious for dropping large branches without warning.
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Applies from Sat 1 Nov 2025, 12.43am to Sun 1 Mar 2026, 12.43am. Last reviewed: Tue 20 Jan 2026, 8.18am
Fire bans: Fire Ban
A park fire ban will be in place from 1 November 2025 until 31 March 2026 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 Tue 12 Aug 2025, 9.14am. Last reviewed: Tue 11 Nov 2025, 9.19am
Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 baiting
The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting an ongoing baiting program using meat baits and canid pest ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes. The program will be conducted from 12th August 2025 until 12 February 2026 in Burrinjuck Nature Reserve.
All entrances to the baiting location will be sign posted.
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 Queanbeyan area office on 02 6229 7166.
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Applies from Mon 3 Nov 2025, 10.17am to Tue 31 Mar 2026, 10.18am. Last reviewed: Tue 6 Jan 2026, 9.35am
Fire bans: Solid Fuel Fire Ban
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 Mon 3 Nov 2025, 10.14am to Tue 31 Mar 2026, 10.15am. Last reviewed: Tue 6 Jan 2026, 9.34am
Fire bans: Solid Fuel Fire Ban - Berry Jerry Precinct Only Near Wagga Wagga
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.
This Solid Fuel Fire Ban only applies to the Berry Jerry Precinct Near Wagga Wagga of Murrumbidgee Valley National Park.
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Applies from Sat 1 Nov 2025, 1.00pm to Tue 31 Mar 2026, 1.01pm. Last reviewed: Fri 2 Jan 2026, 8.49am
Fire bans: Park Fire Ban
A park fire ban will be in place from 1 November 2025 until 31 March 2026 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 Mon 13 Oct 2025, 12.00am to Tue 31 Mar 2026, 12.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 6 Jan 2026, 8.56am
Fire bans: Solid Fuel Fire Ban - NSW National Parks & Wildlife Service, Riverina 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 Wed 11 Dec 2024, 1.52pm to Sun 29 Nov 2026, 12.45pm. Last reviewed: Wed 17 Dec 2025, 8.45am
Fire bans: Park Fire Ban - The Rock NR - Kengal Aboriginal Place
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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