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Applies from Tue 19 Feb 2019, 5.59pm. Last reviewed: Thu 21 Feb 2019, 4.19pm
Fires - Advice: Tantangara Mountain
There is a fire in this park called Tantangara Mountain. 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 Tue 19 Feb 2019, 3.58pm. Last reviewed: Thu 21 Feb 2019, 4.15pm
Fires - Advice: Kennedy Ridge
There is a fire in this park called Kennedy Ridge. 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 Tue 19 Feb 2019, 6.22pm. Last reviewed: Wed 20 Feb 2019, 6.26pm
Fires - Advice: Jumpers Hill
There is a fire in this park called Jumpers Hill. 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 Tue 5 Feb 2019, 9.17am to Thu 28 Feb 2019, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 19 Feb 2019, 10.50am
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 call the NPWS Queanbeayn office on 02 6229 7166 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 Thu 25 Oct 2018, 12.51pm. Last reviewed: Mon 18 Feb 2019, 4.44pm
Fire bans: Solid fuel fire ban
A park fire ban is in place for Jindalee National Park and Livingstone National Park. It remains in effect unless otherwise extended or removed. During park fire ban periods, all campfire and solid fuel (wood, heat beads, charcoal, briquettes, hexamite) 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 Mon 18 Feb 2019, 12.22pm. Last reviewed: Mon 18 Feb 2019, 3.54pm
Safety alerts: Take care - vehicles on Summit trail
From Monday 18 February 2019 to Friday 31 May 2019, walkers and cyclists on Summit trail need to take care and look out for vehicles. Trucks and other vehicles will be operating on Summit trail between Charlotte Pass and Seamans Hut. The trail will remain open.
For more information, please call the Snowy Region Visitor Centre on 02 6450 5600.
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Applies from Mon 18 Feb 2019, 12.54pm. Last reviewed: Mon 18 Feb 2019, 2.41pm
Safety alerts: Delays on Summit trail and Main Range track - helicopter lifting
Walkers will experience short delays on Main Range track and Summit trail on Thursday 21 February 2019 due to helicopter operations. Helicopters will be carrying loads from Summit trail at Snowy Bridge to sections of Main Range track between Mount Carruthers and Mount Northcote.
For more information, please call the Snowy Region Visitor Centre on 02 6450 5600.
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Applies from Mon 11 Feb 2019, 2.17pm to Tue 13 Aug 2019, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 11 Feb 2019, 10.54am
Other planned events: Ongoing 1080 wild dog and fox baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service is conducting ongoing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) wild dog and fox baiting programs from Thursday 14 February to Wednesday 13 August 2019. These programs are part of an integrated pest animal control strategy, which also includes trapping and shooting, with the aim of minimising the impacts of these pests on neighbouring stock.
Baiting programs will be conducted in the Adaminaby/Yaouk, Snowy Plain, Thredbo/Ingebyra, Dalgety/Paupong East Monaro/Far South Coast and Corrowong/Tombong/Merriangah wild dog plan areas.
This includes the following sections of Kosciuszko National Park:
- The Yaouk/Adaminaby area from Lone Pine trail to Lake Eucumbene
- Denison
- Eucumbene
- Happy Jacks
- Snowy Plain
- Kalkite Mountain
- Thredbo Valley
- Moonbah
- Ingebyra
- Paupong
- Numbla Vale
- Corrowong
Baiting programs will also be happening in the following nature reserves and state conservation areas:
- Scabby Range
- Yaouk
- Paupong
- Kybeyan
- Dangelong
- Merriangaah
- Quidong
- Kybeyan
There will be signs around the baited areas to alert the public about the 1080 baiting in these locations.
Domestic pets are highly susceptible to 1080 poison. Dogs, cats and other pets and domestic animals are not permitted on NSW national parks, reserves and state conservation areas.
For more information please contact the NPWS Jindabyne area office on 02 6450 5555.
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Applies from Tue 5 Feb 2019, 6.00am to Wed 27 Mar 2019, 8.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 1 Feb 2019, 10.37am
Other planned events: Rabbit pest control in Perisher Range and Charlotte Pass
Rabbit pest control operations will be carried out in Perisher Range Resorts and Charlotte Pass Village during late afternoons and evenings from:
- Monday 4 February 2019 to Wednesday 13 February 2019
- Monday 18 February 2019 to Wednesday 27 February 2019
- Monday 4 March 2019 to Wednesday 13 March 2019
- Monday 18 March 2019 to Wednesday 27 March 2019
Signs will be in place during the operation which will be carried out by authorised NPWS officers and contractors using rifles to reduce the rabbit population from damaging the environment.
For more information, call Tim Scanlon on 02 6450 5616, or Bryce Williamson on 02 6450 5538.
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Applies from Sat 19 Jan 2019, 1.47pm. Last reviewed: Mon 21 Jan 2019, 9.15am
Fires - Advice: Coolamine Homestead
There is a fire in this park called Coolamine Homestead. 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 Fri 11 Jan 2019, 2.21pm. Last reviewed: Fri 11 Jan 2019, 3.33pm
Fires - Advice: Jirrima, Table Top Rd.
There is a fire in this park called Jirrima, Table Top Rd.. 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 Wed 2 Jan 2019, 3.57pm. Last reviewed: Wed 6 Feb 2019, 10.55am
Closed areas: Disappointment Spur trail closed due to bridge removal
Disappointment Spur trail is closed from the southern end, near Guthega power station, because the bridge has been removed. Therefore:
- There is no access to Disappointment Spur trail from Guthega power station.
- You can only access the Jagungal wilderness area and Whites River corridor from the southern end via Schlink Pass (Geehi) Road.
For more information, please call the Snowy Region Visitor Centre on 02 6450 5600.
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Applies from Fri 28 Dec 2018, 10.46am. Last reviewed: Fri 28 Dec 2018, 10.46am
Other incidents: Gentle Annie trail - traction difficult
Gentle Annie trail has deteriorated and vehicle traction is difficult in some sections. This trail is 4WD only, with low range and off road tyres required. AWD and SUVs are not recommended. Drive safely and be aware of road conditions. Track maintenance is scheduled by June 2019. For further information call NPWS Queanbeyan on (02) 6229 7166.
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Applies from Wed 19 Dec 2018, 9.04am to Sun 31 Mar 2019, 9.05am. Last reviewed: Wed 19 Dec 2018, 11.38am
Closed areas: Cascade trail section closure - Cascade Hut to Tin Mines
The Cascade fire trail 7.5km section south of Cascade Hut to Tin Mines is closed during March 2019. This section is closed between Friday 1 March and Sunday 31 March 2019, 7am to 7pm daily due to heavy machinery and tree works. The 7.5km section is a part of the Australian Alps walking track from Walhalla, Victoria to Namadgi National Park, ACT. This will affect long distance walkers through this section.
A long diversion is in place to navigate this section by taking:
- Limestone/Black Mount Road
- Limestone Creek
- Davies Plain
- Tom Groggin
- Geehi
- Hannels Spur
- Mount Kosciuszko
Visitors should plan their journey to avoid these closure periods or be prepared to experience lengthy delays. The 7.5km section is open outside of operational hours during this period. For individual or group safety, please obey all closure and warning signs and directions. Heavy equipment and machinery will be operating in these areas.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact Snowy River area office on 02 6450 5620 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Mon 5 Nov 2018, 12.28pm to Thu 28 Feb 2019, 12.19pm. Last reviewed: Wed 19 Dec 2018, 10.49am
Closed areas: Cootapatamba Hut closed
Cootapatamba Hut and its surrounding precinct will be closed to the public from Monday 21 January until Thursday 28 February 2019, inclusive.
The closure is due to essential restoration and reconstruction works on the hut. The hut and surrounds will be a closed construction zone with no public access or entry during this period.
Back country walkers and visitors should be appropriately prepared and equipped, so as to not be reliant on huts. Alternative emergency shelter and refuge within the Main Range area can be found at Seamans Hut and Rawsons Pass.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please call 02 6450 5620 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Fri 9 Nov 2018, 2.16pm to Tue 30 Apr 2019, 2.07pm. Last reviewed: Sat 16 Feb 2019, 3.33pm
Other incidents: Thredbo Valley track status
The Thredbo Valley tracks are open for cycling. Cycling is permitted in the following areas:
- Between Thredbo and Lake Crackenback Resorts
- The Lower Thredbo Valley track, out to the 9km point, and return by the same route. Note that there are no other exit options, and the track beyond the 9km point remains a closed construction site.
- Bullocks track
- Muzzlewood track
Please report any incidents, obstacles or other feedback to thredbovalleytrack@environment.nsw.gov.au to ensure that they can be responded to promptly.
Track conditions will continue to be monitored throughout the riding season, and any closures due to weather or track conditions will be posted as soon as relevant information becomes available.
Additional closures for essential upgrade and maintenance works will occur from time to time during non-peak periods. These will be advised as they are programmed.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, call the Snowy Region Visitor Centre on 02 6450 5600 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Mon 12 Nov 2018, 9.50am to Sun 12 May 2019, 9.50am. Last reviewed: Thu 8 Nov 2018, 10.01am
Other planned events: 1080 wild dog control ground baiting program
A 1080 ground baiting program (baits/candid pest ejectors) for wild dogs will be undertaken and will continue for the next 6 months. A reminder that 1080 is harmful to domestic pets. Dog owners should not allow their dogs to wander in these areas because your dog could be poisoned.
For further information please call NPWS Khancoban area office on 02 6076 9373.
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Applies from Wed 7 Feb 2018, 10.06am. Last reviewed: Wed 11 Jul 2018, 3.47pm
Safety alerts: Hannels Spur track
Hannels Spur track is navigable but only for highly experienced walkers. Maintenance work has been recently carried out and is ongoing. The track has recently been marked/remarked on the lower sections and cleared on the upper sections.
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Applies from Fri 22 Sep 2017, 4.01pm. Last reviewed: Thu 14 Feb 2019, 3.33pm
Other planned events: Increased activity associated with Snowy 2.0 feasibility study
If you're planning a trip to northern Kosciuszko National Park, be aware that there will be works associated with the Snowy 2.0 feasibility study drilling program in some areas.
Public access will not be affected other than at specific drilling and work sites. However, please note that you might encounter extra vehicle and truck movements from time to time. For further information about access to Kosciuszko National Park please contact the NPWS Tumut office on (02) 6947 7000.
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Applies from Tue 1 Aug 2017, 8.27am. Last reviewed: Fri 15 Feb 2019, 2.40pm
Other planned events: 1080 Baiting Programs
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) conducts ongoing and seasonal 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) baiting programs in areas of Kosciuszko National Park. These programs are part of an integrated pest management strategy aimed at controlling wild dogs, foxes, feral pigs and rabbits. All baiting locations are identifiable to the public through signage erected around the baited area.
Domestic pets are highly susceptible to 1080 poison. Park visitors are reminded that dogs, cats and other pets and domestic animals (other than certified assistance animals) are not permitted in Kosciuszko National Park.
For more information please contact the relevant NPWS office:
- Tumut, call (02) 6947 7000
- Jindabyne, call (02) 6450 5555
- Khancoban, call (02) 6076 9373.
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