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Applies from Wed 30 May 2018, 9.57am. Last reviewed: Wed 30 May 2018, 10.28am
Other planned events: 1080 wild dog baiting program
NPWS are conducting a 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) wild dog baiting program between Monday 4 June 2018 and Monday 2 July 2018 in the following parks:
- Turon National Park
- Marrangaroo National Park
Warning signs will be displayed to notify the public about this program. 1080 poison may be harmful to domestic animals. Neighbours and visitors are reminded that domestic animals are not permitted in national parks, nature reserves or karst conservation areas at any time. Visitors should not handle or disturb any baits, penalties apply for non-compliance.
For further information contact the NPWS Kanangra area office at Oberon on (02) 6336 1972 during business hours.
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Applies from Sat 26 May 2018, 9.58am. Last reviewed: Mon 28 May 2018, 10.07am
Other planned events: Deep Pass campground toilet closed
The toilet at Deep Pass campground is temporarily closed due to capacity limitations. Planning for a new toilet facility is currently underway.
Please use minimal impact camping practices in this area. Large groups should consider camping at alternative sites. Groups in excess of 20 people require approval from the NPWS Oberon area office.
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Applies from Wed 2 May 2018, 10.40am. Last reviewed: Thu 31 May 2018, 1.51pm
Closed areas: Closed areas due to hazard reduction burn
Some areas of this park are closed due to a hazard reduction burn adjacent to Newnes. The closed areas are:
- Coke Ovens cliffs climbing area
- The burnt area on the plateau east of Newnes to the cliffs above Rocky Creek, and south to Deanes Creek
- Firefly and Looking Glass canyons
- Zobels Gully area south of Newnes (the upper section was burnt)
Visitors are advised to respect these closures because tree and rock fall will be a hazard for some time.
This closure may be extended and any extension will be posted as soon as possible.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information call the NPWS Blackheath area office on (02) 4787 8877 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Wed 25 Apr 2018, 3.59pm to Fri 27 Jul 2018, 3.56pm. Last reviewed: Thu 3 May 2018, 12.30pm
Other incidents: 1080 wild dog baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a 1080 wild dog ground baiting program in Wollemi National Park as part of the Hunter Valley Combined Wild Dog Management Plan Program.
Ground baiting is expected to occur from Monday 7 May to Saturday 30 June 2018 in the following places:
- Widden and Baerami valleys
- Glen Gallic and Yarrawa
- Martindale Valley
- Appletree Flat and Bulga.
In all these baiting locations NPWS will using ejectors with 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate).
This baiting program is being carried out as part of a broader coordinated control program to mitigate the impacts of wild dogs on stock and wildlife. If you would like to become involved in the cooperative program please call Hunter Local Land Services on 1300 795 299.
All baiting will be done in accordance with legal requirements under the Pesticides Act 1999. Although not expected, some non-target or domestic animals may be affected, particularly domestic dogs. Domestic pets are not permitted within Wollemi National Park. We suggest that pets be restrained to ensure that they don't enter the baiting location during 1080 baiting operations. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
For further information please contact the NPWS Wollemi Yengo area office on (02) 6574 5555.
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Applies from Sat 3 Feb 2018, 10.36am. Last reviewed: Mon 12 Feb 2018, 10.34am
Closed areas: Firefly Canyon
Firefly Canyon is closed due to fire damage and risk of falling trees. 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 Blue Mountains Heritage Centre on (02) 4787 8877 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Mon 29 Jan 2018, 2.27pm. Last reviewed: Mon 29 Jan 2018, 3.07pm
Fires - Advice: Gibbs Creek
There is a fire in this park called Gibbs Creek. 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 Dec 2017, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 19 Dec 2017, 9.22am
Fires - Advice: Kandos State Forest
There is a fire in this park called Kandos State Forest. 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 28 Sep 2017, 11.46am to Sun 31 Mar 2019, 11.26am. Last reviewed: Fri 23 Feb 2018, 4.06pm
Other planned events: Donkey Mountain - fuel stove only area
Donkey Mountain is a fuel stove only area. This is to reduce wildfires as there is no water on Donkey Mountain to put out campfires. Donkey Mountain is an environmentally sensitive area and the impact of campfires can have long-lasting effects.
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Applies from Fri 10 Mar 2017, 4.14pm. Last reviewed: Thu 18 May 2017, 2.40pm
Closed areas: Wheeny Creek campground - Boobook camp area closed
Boobook campground and picnic area within Wheeny Creek campground and picnic area is closed for management purposes. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Richmond area office on (02) 4588 2400 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Wed 21 Sep 2016, 3.20pm. Last reviewed: Fri 21 Oct 2016, 3.50pm
Safety alerts: Capertee River causeway
Access to Capertee Homestead, cottage, campground and the western side of Capertee River is via a causeway through Capertee River.
This causeway is subject to flooding. The Capertee River can rise unexpectedly with heavy rains falling upstream, making the causeway impassable. Please check the weather forecast before leaving home.
For more information please call the NPWS Mudgee area office on (02) 6370 9000 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Tue 30 Sep 2014, 5.29pm. Last reviewed: Mon 8 Aug 2016, 10.03am
Closed areas: Pipeline track
The Pipeline track between Glen Davis and Newnes is closed until further notice. There is no access across private property at Glen Davis, and trespassing is prohibited. For more information please call NPWS Heritage Centre on (02) 4787 8877, open 7 days a week, or NPWS Mudgee on (02) 6370 9000, Monday to Friday, or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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