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Applies from Wed 22 May 2019, 10.10am to Sun 30 Jun 2019, 10.02am. Last reviewed: Wed 22 May 2019, 10.30am
Safety alerts: Take care on access roads to Minyon Falls and Rummery Park
Local government roads leading to Minyon Falls and Rummery Park campgrounds are in poor condition. Minyon Falls Road hash deep ruts and sections of Nightcap Range Road have deep potholes. Drive slowly and carefully along these sections. We advise that these sections of road are not suitable for vehicles with very low clearance.
For more information, call the NPWS Kyogle office on 02 6632 0000.
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Applies from Tue 21 May 2019, 2.53pm to Fri 6 Sep 2019, 2.45pm. Last reviewed: Tue 21 May 2019, 2.53pm
Closed areas: Cutters Hut closed - construction works
Cutters Hut, within Cutters Camp campground, is closed due to construction works. NPWS are currently upgrading Cutters Hut to create a new camp kitchen for visitors. This closure may be extended and any extension will be posted as soon as possible.
For more information, please call the NPWS Tweed Byron office on 02 6670 8600.
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Applies from Sat 18 May 2019, 2.00pm to Thu 30 May 2019, 8.30am. Last reviewed: Mon 20 May 2019, 9.44am
Closed areas: Woody Head area closed
The Woody Head area in Bundjalung National Park is closed from 4pm Sunday 26 May to 8.30am 30 May 2019. This is for construction, weed spraying and maintenance works. The closed areas are:
- Woody Head campground
- Woody Head office and amenities
- Woody Head picnic area
- Woody Head cabins and cottages
- Forest and Swamp houses
There will be no public access during this closure. These areas will be closed unless the closure is otherwise extended or removed.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please call the NPWS Clarence north area office on 02 6641 1500.
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Applies from Sat 18 May 2019, 1.45pm to Thu 30 May 2019, 2.00pm. Last reviewed: Sat 18 May 2019, 1.36pm
Closed areas: The Woody Head area in Bundjalung National Park is closed for construction and maintenance works.
The Woody Head area in Bundjalung National Park is closed for construction and maintenance works from 4pm Sunday 26 May to 830am Thursday 30 May 2019, unless the closure is otherwise extended or removed.
The closed areas are:
- Woody Head campground
- Woody Head office and amenities
- Woody Head picnic area
- Woody Head cabins and cottages
- Forest and Swamp houses
There will be no public access during this closure.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please call the NPWS Clarence Area office on 02 6641 1500 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Tue 14 May 2019, 7.00am to Fri 31 May 2019, 4.30pm. Last reviewed: Mon 13 May 2019, 4.43pm
Safety alerts: Short delays on Tweed Scenic Drive - roadworks
There will be short delays on the Barkersvale end of Tweed Range Scenic Drive from Tuesday 14 May to Friday 31 May 2019. This is due to roadworks.
Please drive safely and be aware of road conditions. Follow the directions of all road signage.
For more information, please call the NPWS Richmond River area, Kyogle office on 02 6627 0200.
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Applies from Mon 13 May 2019, 3.59pm to Mon 24 Jun 2019, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 7 May 2019, 4.31pm
Closed areas: Cape Byron walking track closed
Cape Byron walking track, south of the lighthouse precinct, will be closed from Monday 13 May to Friday 24 June 2019. This is for maintenance works. Visitors can still access the lighthouse via Cape Byron walking track at Wategos Beach. This closure may be extended and any extension will be posted as soon as possible.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please call the NPWS Byron area office on 02 6639 8300 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Tue 9 Apr 2019, 7.30am to Fri 31 May 2019, 4.30pm. Last reviewed: Wed 24 Apr 2019, 9.39am
Other planned events: 1080 wild dog ground baiting program
A 1080 ground baiting program (baits) for wild dogs will be undertaken from Tuesday 9 April until Friday 31 May 2019. The parks and reserves affected include:
- Ballina Nature Reserve
- Uralba Nature Reserve
- Nightcap National Park
- Whian Whian State Conservation Area
- Bungawalbin National Park
- Bungawalbin Nature Reserve
- Bungawalbin State Conservation Area
- Yarringully Nature Reserve
- Bungabbee Nature Reserve
- Muckleewee Mountain Nature Reserve
- Richmond Range National Park
- Toonumbar National Park
- Mallanganee National Park.
A reminder that 1080 is harmful to domestic pets. 1080 baiting signs will be placed at every entrance in or out of the reserves.
For further information, please call NPWS Richmond River area office on 02 6627 0200 (Alstonville) or 02 6632 0000 (Kyogle).
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Applies from Wed 10 Apr 2019, 4.23pm. Last reviewed: Wed 10 Apr 2019, 4.23pm
Safety alerts: New road conditions at Black Rocks campground - take care
There have been recent roadworks around Black Rocks campground. These roadworks include newly graded road and refreshment of existing speed bumps. Visitors are reminded to travel at the recommended signposted speed limit.
For more information, call the NPWS Alstonville office on 02 6627 0200.
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Applies from Fri 22 Feb 2019, 2.18pm. Last reviewed: Wed 27 Feb 2019, 11.04am
Closed areas: Take care on beaches in Cape Byron State Conservation Area
Some areas of Cape Byron State Conservation Area have been impacted by former Tropical Cyclone Oma. Areas have been reopened but please take care as hazards remain in:
- Wategos Beach
- Clarkes Beach
- The Pass
For more information, please call the NPWS Tweed Byron area office on 02 6639 8300 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Thu 13 Sep 2018, 11.02am to Sun 30 Jun 2019, 10.53am. Last reviewed: Mon 22 Oct 2018, 4.57pm
Closed areas: Toilet removed at Broadwater Beach picnic area
The toilet at Broadwater Beach picnic area has been removed due to extensive vandalism and will be replaced by June 2019. The picnic area and beach access remains open.
For more information, please contact NPWS Alstonville area office on 02 6627 0200 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Thu 12 Jul 2018, 9.49am. Last reviewed: Tue 14 Aug 2018, 8.52am
Other planned events: Black Rocks campground - changed access from the Pacific Highway
Access to Black Rocks campground from the Pacific Highway via The Gap Road has changed.
The turnoff to The Gap Road has permanently closed as part of the Pacific Highway upgrade. Access to The Gap Road is now via Tuckombil Road, which runs parallel to the highway.
The turnoff to Tuckombil Road is 2km south of the southern end of the town of Woodburn. Follow Tuckombil Road south for 1.8km, then turn left onto The Gap Road. Black Rocks campground is 20km south along The Gap Road.
Please drive slowly along The Gap Road because it is unsealed.
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Applies from Tue 18 Jul 2017, 7.00am to Tue 30 Jun 2020, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 16 Apr 2018, 8.58am
Safety alerts: Ilmenite stockpile removal and site rehabilitation
Visitors to Black Rocks campground should expect to encounter large trucks on The Gap Road. This is part of a major project to remove a sand mining tailings stockpile from the park and restore the area to a natural ecosystem. Park visitors are asked to slow down and exercise caution while driving along The Gap Road. No works associated with this project will be undertaken on weekends, public holidays or NSW school holidays. The truck movements are expected to continue until June 2020. For more information or to report any incidents please contact the NPWS Richmond River area office on (02) 6627 0200.
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Applies from Sun 19 Mar 2017, 3.28pm. Last reviewed: Tue 18 Sep 2018, 12.15pm
Closed areas: Pedestrian beach access track closed
Some areas of this park are temporarily closed due to storm damage until further notice. This closure may be extended and any extension will be posted as soon as possible. Closed areas are:
- Pedestrian access track to beach near Black Rocks near Site 8 in Black Rocks campground
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Richmond River area office on (02) 6627 0200 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Tue 1 Sep 2015, 4.41pm. Last reviewed: Tue 18 Sep 2018, 12.14pm
Other incidents: Black Rocks campground - aircraft noise
Attention for campers at Black Rocks regarding periodic aircraft noise over the campground. The Department of Defence has a training area within Bundjalung National Park north of Black Rocks campground. Aircraft may fly over the campground from time to time. Please ring 1300 333 3623 or consult the Department of Defence website for more information.
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Applies from Fri 28 Nov 2014, 11.33am. Last reviewed: Tue 18 Sep 2018, 12.15pm
Closed areas: Closure Gamma Garra pedestrian bridge
Gumma Garra pedestrian bridge is closed due to safety issues until further notice. The walking tracks at Gumma Garra will not be accessible until the bridge is repaired. For more information, please contact the NPWS Alstonville area office on (02) 6627 0200 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Mon 15 Sep 2014, 4.37pm. Last reviewed: Tue 18 Sep 2018, 12.14pm
Closed areas: Black Rocks campground - No 4WD Beach access
Partial closure. No 4WD beach access from Black Rocks campground. Due to significant storm damage, the 4WD beach access at Black Rocks campground is closed. Vehicles may still drive along Ten Mile Beach north from the Shark Bay 4WD beach access, but cannot exit at Black Rocks.There are no other beach access points on Ten Mile Beach other than Shark Bay 4WD beach access. No 4WD access north of Black Rocks campground.
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Applies from Mon 20 May 2019, 1.34pm to Mon 17 Jun 2019, 1.34pm. Last reviewed: Mon 6 May 2019, 2.25pm
Closed areas: Rummery Park campground closed
Rummery Park campground will be closed from Monday 20 May until Monday 16 June 2019 due to roadworks. This is because the causeway is being upgraded. This closure may be extended and any extension will be posted as soon as possible.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please call the NPWS Richmond River area, Alstonville office on 02 6627 0200 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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