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Applies from Wed 29 Nov 2023, 1.58pm. Last reviewed: Wed 29 Nov 2023, 2.01pm
Summer maintenance road grading is underway. Park visitors should anticipate short term road closures and NPWS earthmoving equipment in use on these roads. NPWS staff are on site.
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Applies from Wed 15 Nov 2023, 12.32pm to Fri 15 Dec 2023, 12.38pm. Last reviewed: Wed 22 Nov 2023, 3.46pm
Please note that NPWS staff will be undertaking a walking track survey in this location from November to early December 2023.
The survey will involve NPWS staff carrying a 360-degree camera to visually record walking track features, as part of an annual asset maintenance assessment.
This information is to ensure quality safe NPWS walking tracks for public enjoyment.
You'll be able to identify this survey as NPWS staff will be dressed in uniform carrying an above-head mounted camera.
NPWS respects your privacy. If you do not wish to be filmed, please respectfully ask the NPWS staff member to pause the camera until you pass out of camera frame.
The survey will be undertaken across multiple parks during November 2023, so will involve only very minimal time at each location and will be scheduled outside peak visitation times, so the survey it is unlikely to affect visitors.
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Applies from Wed 12 Apr 2017, 11.03am. Last reviewed: Mon 20 Nov 2023, 8.55am
The Yuraygir coastal walk river crossing contact details are:
For further information please call the NPWS Grafton area office on 02 6641 1500.
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Applies from Tue 10 Oct 2023, 8.14am. Last reviewed: Fri 17 Nov 2023, 11.13am
This park is currently closed due to the safety risk of the ongoing fires in the park. NPWS will make an assessment when the park can be reopened due to the current public safety risk. All enquires please call NPWS Coffs Coast Area Office on 0266520900.
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Applies from Wed 8 Nov 2023, 10.16am. Last reviewed: Fri 17 Nov 2023, 11.11am
NPWS are replacing the Timber Bridge on Urumbilum Creek Road as the bridge has reached end of life. The timber structure will be replaced with a pre cast concrete and steel bridge. The road will be closed for the duration of the project and the closure is expected to last for 4 weeks subject to weather. The closure will commence on Wednesday 22nd November until 15th December.
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Applies from Tue 1 Aug 2023, 7.01am to Fri 5 Jan 2024, 4.03pm. Last reviewed: Wed 15 Nov 2023, 11.12am
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program in Yuraygir National Park from Tuesday 1 August 2023 to Monday 1 January 2024.
The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes, and is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species.
Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location. Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW National Parks managed lands. 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 more information, contact the NPWS Clarence area office on 02 6641 1500.
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Applies from Mon 30 Oct 2023, 7.00am to Sat 30 Dec 2023, 7.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 15 Nov 2023, 11.11am
Roadworks will be underway on Barcoongere and McPhillips Roads from October 2023 until December 2023. Information regarding closures and access will be displayed on signage.
For more information contact Forestry Corporation of NSW on 02 6656 8800.
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Applies from Mon 13 Nov 2023, 6.00pm to Fri 1 Dec 2023, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 15 Nov 2023, 11.09am
Track repair works will take place on Rocky Point walk in Yuraygir National Park, near Minnie Water from Monday 27 November to Friday 1 December 2023, weather-permitting.
For further information, contact the NPWS Grafton area office on 02 6641 1500.
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Applies from Mon 13 Nov 2023, 10.48am to Sat 2 Dec 2023, 10.49am. Last reviewed: Mon 13 Nov 2023, 10.51am
Chaelundi National Park, Flora Reserve and State Conservation Area will be closed for pest control operations from 8am 17 November to 5pm 1 December.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office on 66520900.
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Applies from Tue 31 Oct 2023, 8.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 28 Nov 2023, 8.41am
Some parts of this park are closed due to bushfire. The closed areas are:
Do not enter the closed areas. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
For more information, contact the local NPWS office or visit the Rural Fire Service website.
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Applies from Wed 28 Sep 2022, 3.55pm to Sun 31 Mar 2024, 12.26pm. Last reviewed: Wed 18 Oct 2023, 8.50am
Doon Goonge campground is closed for public safety.
Alternate nearby campgrounds include Dalmorton, Thungutti, Cod Hole and Platypus Flat, that can be booked on the NPWS website.
For more information, contact the NPWS Coffs Coast area office on 02 6652 0900.
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Applies from Mon 16 Oct 2023, 7.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 10 Nov 2023, 6.21pm
Ebor Falls visitor precinct in Guy Fawkes River NP will be temporarily closed from 16 October 2023, to allow for construction works of new lookouts and visitor precincts to be fast-tracked. This closure will include the Upper and Lower Falls visitor areas, the Ebor Falls Road (part only) and the Ebor Village walking track. Access to the Ebor Cemetery off Ebor Falls Road will remain open.
It is anticipated the Upper Falls precinct will reopen to the public in December 2023.
During the closure no toilet, picnic or rest stop facilities will be available at Ebor Falls. Travellers on the Waterfall Way are advised to use alternate amenities located in Ebor township or at the Ebor Sportsground.
Please do not attempt to enter these areas during the closure period, and follow the direction of any signage, staff and contractors. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information contact the NPWS Northern Tablelands Area office on 02 6739 0700.
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Applies from Wed 16 Aug 2023, 9.55am. Last reviewed: Tue 26 Sep 2023, 9.53am
Some parts of these parks are closed while upgrades are made to the walking tracks and stairs. The closed areas are:
Solitary Island Coastal Walk will remain open during construction. Work will be completed in stages to maintain public access. Please follow directional signage during construction.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 66520900.
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Applies from Tue 29 Aug 2023, 10.00am to Fri 22 Dec 2023, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 15 Nov 2023, 1.39pm
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program from Saturday 2 September 2023 to Monday 18 December 2023. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes.
The program will take place in Bundjalung National Park and Richmond River Nature Reserve.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened shorebird species.
Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location. Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW National Parks managed lands. 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.
Please contact the local Alstonville NPWS area office for more information on 02 6627 0200.
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Applies from Wed 26 Nov 2014, 4.28pm. Last reviewed: Sat 4 Nov 2023, 4.07pm
Some areas of this park are closed until further notice due to the demolition of a bridge from a past flooding event.
The closed areas include the 4WD access to North Washpool, an area also known as Washpool rest area, entering from Baryulgil onto Collum Collum Road. The bridge is washed away at the junction of Washpool Creek and Collum Collum Road.
Please note:
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Northern Tablelands Area office on 02 6739 0700 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Mon 21 Mar 2022, 10.41am. Last reviewed: Mon 6 Nov 2023, 9.16am
Suttons road is closed to vehicle traffic following the second major pavement collapse in an area of highly dispersible soils. Alternate access is via Granite Pit or McMullens roads.
For further information please contact the NPWS Coffs Coast area office on 02 6652 0900.
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Applies from Tue 1 Aug 2023, 6.00am to Fri 12 Jan 2024, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Sat 4 Nov 2023, 4.07pm
Access to visitor facilities, campgrounds and walking tracks in the south of Washpool NP, accessible from the Gwydir Highway between Glen Innes and Grafton, is open and not impacted by the warning listed below.
NSW Forestry Corporation are conducting operations and access to the northern end of Spirabo Forest Way is closed to traffic traveling in both directions until 1 January 2024, with no access to Washpool NP via Scrub Road out of Tenterfield. Access to the following locations should be via Mount Spirabo Road off the New England Highway at Bolivia, or via Ten Mile Road and Cox's Road at Deepwater:
For further information contact the NPWS Northern Tablelands Area office on 02 6739 0700.
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Applies from Mon 24 Jul 2023, 2.08pm. Last reviewed: Thu 9 Nov 2023, 10.46am
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting a ground baiting program in Moonee Beach Nature Reserve from 10 August 2023 to 28 February 2024. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes. The program is designed to minimise fox impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species. Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting area. Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW NPWS-managed lands. Pets and working dogs may be affected (1080 is lethal to cats and dogs) and should be restrained or muzzled in the vicinity and also must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance. Please contact the local Coffs Coast NPWS area office for more information on 02 6652 0900.
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Applies from Fri 16 Dec 2022, 9.00am to Sat 30 Dec 2023, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 23 Oct 2023, 7.53am
Bundjalung National Park visitors may experience loud aircraft noise until further notice. RAAF training operations from the nearby Evans Head Air Weapons Range may be heard and seen from the Black Rocks campground and Jerusalem Creek paddle route and walking track.
Please note:
For more information, call the NPWS Alstonville area office on 02 6627 0200 or visit the Defence Aircraft Noise webpage.
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Applies from Fri 11 Nov 2022, 8.31pm. Last reviewed: Wed 8 Nov 2023, 10.08am
Moonee Creek (Sugar Mill Creek) Bridge is closed until further notice, due to damage from coastal erosion.
The bridge crossing provides access:
Reflections Holiday Parks have closed the bridge until further notice, due to an engineering assessment deeming the bridge unsafe for pedestrians.
If you are planning to do the Solitary Islands coastal walk please reroute:
Green Bluff is alternatively accessible from the south via Rutile trail, off Ivory Circuit in North Sapphire.
Reflections Holiday Parks Moonee manages this bridge and is contactable on 02 6653 6552.
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For the latest updates on fires, closures and other alerts in this area, see https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/visit-a-park/parks/chambigne-state-conservation-area/local-alerts
For the latest information on wildfires in your area please contact the NSW Rural Fire Service.
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