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Applies from Sat 7 Sep 2019, 7.37pm. Last reviewed: Mon 21 Oct 2019, 10.22am
Fires - Advice: Raspberry Rd, Jeogla
There is a fire in this park called Raspberry Rd, Jeogla. 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 Thu 17 Oct 2019, 11.17am. Last reviewed: Thu 17 Oct 2019, 11.50am
Closed areas: Polblue campground closed for camping
Polblue campground will be closed for general camping from 9am Friday 1 November until 2pm Sunday 3 November 2019. This is to facilitate set up and running of the Barrington Tops 50th Anniversary Celebration on Saturday 2 November.
Alternative camping will be available at:
- Devils Hole campground and Horse Swamp campground (2WD)
- Little Murray, Junction Pools and Gummi Falls campgrounds (4WD only)
Polblue Swamp walk will remain open during the weekend as will the Polblue picnic area (day use area) with toilets and gas BBQs.
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Applies from Wed 9 Oct 2019, 6.09pm to Mon 23 Dec 2019, 6.02pm. Last reviewed: Thu 10 Oct 2019, 10.23am
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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Applies from Thu 26 Sep 2019, 3.53pm. Last reviewed: Thu 26 Sep 2019, 5.18pm
Closed areas: Tugalow and Thunderbolts trails closed
Tugalow and Thunderbolts trails are closed from Friday 27 September 2019 because of unsafe trail conditions. All visitor areas will remain open. Visitors can access Gummi Falls campground via Bullock Brush trail.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information call the Scone NPWS office on 02 6540 2300.
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Applies from Mon 9 Sep 2019, 3.44pm. Last reviewed: Sat 21 Sep 2019, 8.58am
Fire bans: Park 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, please contact the local park office before using a gas and 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 Sun 15 Sep 2019, 8.54am. Last reviewed: Mon 16 Sep 2019, 8.43am
Closed areas: Jacky Barker campground closed
Jacky Barker campground and access trails are closed due to a bushfire until at least Friday 20 September 2019. This closure may be extended and any extension will be posted as soon as possible.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the local NPWS office or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Wed 4 Sep 2019, 3.57pm to Tue 31 Mar 2020, 3.47pm. Last reviewed: Fri 4 Oct 2019, 4.14pm
Fire bans: Park 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, please contact the local park office before using a gas and 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 18 Dec 2018, 2.30pm. Last reviewed: Tue 29 Jan 2019, 3.00pm
Closed areas: Wollomombi Falls main lookout closed
The main viewing platform at Wollomombi Falls visitor area has identified structural deterioration. It will be closed until repairs can be completed and the structure has been certified as safe.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. Visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Mon 17 Dec 2018, 8.40pm to Mon 3 Feb 2020, 8.38pm. Last reviewed: Tue 18 Dec 2018, 10.34am
Other incidents: Wilson River picnic area - gas barbecues not available
The gas barbecues are not in operation at Wilson River picnic area in Willi Willi National Park.
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Applies from Thu 9 Nov 2017, 9.59am. Last reviewed: Thu 27 Dec 2018, 1.10pm
Closed areas: Phytophthora quarantine area - Barrington Tops National Park
Phytophthora is a mould that causes dieback in plants. It has been found on the plateau in Barrington Tops National Park, predominantly on the Watergauge trail between Beean Beean and Black Swamp. The affected area is under quarantine with absolutely no visitor access.
Phytophthora is readily spread by mud carried by walkers' shoes and mountain-bike tyres. There are boot wash stations across the plateau for walkers to use, to ensure their boots 'Start clean, Stay clean'.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Gloucester area office on (02) 6538 5300.
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Applies from Mon 8 May 2017, 1.45pm. Last reviewed: Mon 15 Apr 2019, 4.13pm
Other planned events: 1080 wild dog baiting in Barrington Tops
From Monday 18 March 2019, NSW National Parks is conducting a 1080 wild dog baiting program in Barrington Tops National Park and Barrington Tops State Conservation Area. The program will continue for 6 months.
For further information, please call the NPWS Gloucester area office on 02 6538 5300 or the NPWS Scone area office on 02 6540 2300.
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