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Applies from Fri 22 Sep 2017, 12.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 26 Sep 2023, 8.40am
Safety alerts: Fire ban - Middle Beach campground
For visitor safety, campfires and solid fuel fires (wood, heat beads, charcoal, briquettes, hexamite) are not permitted at Middle Beach campground or picnic area.
The use of gas-fired, liquid fuel and electrical appliances will be permitted where:
- The appliance is under the direct control of an adult
- The appliance is placed or located in an area where there is no combustible material within 2m
- There is an adequate water supply to extinguish fire, should it start next to the appliances
- It is not a Total Fire Ban.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Narooma area office on 02 4476 0800 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Wed 3 May 2023, 10.38am. Last reviewed: Fri 22 Sep 2023, 3.54pm
Closed areas: Pooles Day Use Area closed due to construction works
Pooles Beach in Eurobodalla National Park is closed from Wednesday 3rd May until end of September 2023 for repair works.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, call the NPWS Narooma area office on 02 4476 0800.
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Applies from Wed 4 May 2022, 11.29am. Last reviewed: Thu 21 Sep 2023, 3.03pm
Closed areas: Tantangara Reservoir partial closure
Some parts of Tantangara Reservoir will be closed intermittently until further notice for Snowy 2.0 construction activities involving controlled blasts. Full exclusion zones will be established prior to and during blast operations. The closed areas are:
- Areas of Tantangara Reservoir adjacent to the Snowy 2.0 construction site.
- Tantangara Reservoir boat ramp, adjacent to the Tantangara Dam wall.
- For up-to-date timings on controlled blasts please see notifications on the Future Generation website.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Fri 22 Sep 2023, 3.19pm to Fri 22 Mar 2024, 12.17pm. Last reviewed: Thu 21 Sep 2023, 12.20pm
Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 program
A baiting program using meat baits and canid pest ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison will be conducted from Friday 22 September 2023 until Friday 22 March 2024 in Kosciuszko National Park.
The program will be conducted in the northern precinct of the park, which includes the following areas:
- Goobragandra
- Blowering foreshores
- Big Talbingo/Buddong
Entry into baiting locations will be identifiable by signs.
Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW national parks and reserves. 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 further information, please call the NPWS Tumut area office on 02 6947 7000.
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Applies from Mon 13 Mar 2023, 7.00am to Fri 6 Oct 2023, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 20 Sep 2023, 10.40am
Closed areas: North Head boadwalk and viewing platforms closed
The carpark, boardwalk and viewing platforms at North Head in Beowa National Park are closed for upgrades from Monday 13 March to Friday 6 October 2023.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Fri 15 Sep 2023, 11.53am to Fri 20 Oct 2023, 11.56am. Last reviewed: Fri 15 Sep 2023, 11.57am
Closed areas: Riverside Carpark in the Nadgee Nature Reserve will be closed to the public for carpark refurbishment.
Riverside Carpark in the Nadgee Nature Reserve will be closed to the public for carpark refurbishment.
For further information please contact NPWS Merimbula on 02 6495 5000.
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Applies from Tue 12 Sep 2023, 10.27am to Sat 21 Oct 2023, 10.29am. Last reviewed: Fri 15 Sep 2023, 11.53am
Closed areas: Baycliff Carpark and Day Use Area in Nadgee Nature Reserve is closed.
Baycliff Carpark and Day Use Area in Nadgee Nature Reserve is closed. Baycliff Road remains open to the public with traffic control in place.
For any further information please contact NPWS Merimbula 02 64955000
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Applies from Wed 13 Sep 2023, 3.45pm to Thu 16 Nov 2023, 3.46pm. Last reviewed: Wed 13 Sep 2023, 3.55pm
Other planned events: Kangarutha Track - Modified access from Kianinny Bay
The Kianinny access to Kangarutha walking track is modified due closed areas for the construction of a pedestrian bridge of Kianinny Creek. Works will occur from Monday the 18th September to Monday 13th November 2023.
Follow all directional signs for the temporary access track and do not enter closed areas. Visitors will continue to have access to the playground, BBQs and some picnic tables at the Kianinny Park. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information please contact Merimbula Office on 6495 5000.
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Applies from Tue 28 Feb 2023, 4.04pm to Sun 31 Dec 2023, 4.05pm. Last reviewed: Wed 13 Sep 2023, 1.52pm
Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 wild dog and fox baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a baiting program in the north east precinct of Kosciuszko National Park, within the Adaminaby/Yaouk wild dog control area.
The program will be continuous and ongoing between Tuesday 28 February 2023 and Sunday 31 December 2023, and will use meat baits and canid pest ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.
All baiting locations will be identifiable by signs.
Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW national parks and reserve. Pets and working dogs may be affected, and 1080 is lethal to cats and dogs. Pets and working dogs in the vicinity must be restrained or muzzled and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
For further information please call the NPWS Tumut area office on 02 6947 7000.
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Applies from Wed 17 May 2023, 11.50am. Last reviewed: Tue 12 Sep 2023, 4.28pm
Closed areas: Bullocks Hut closed
Several buildings in the Bullocks Hut complex are closed until further notice for restoration works. Please do not enter the construction sites.
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 1 May 2023, 10.00am to Wed 1 Nov 2023, 11.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 12 Sep 2023, 4.23pm
Other planned events: Ongoing 1080 baiting program
A baiting program using meat baits and canid pest ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison will be conducted from Monday 1 May until Wednesday 1 November 2023 in the following parks:
- Bogandyera Nature Reserve
- Jingellic Nature Reserve
- Clarkes Hill Nature Reserve
- Kosciuszko National Park (southern precinct)
Affected areas of the southern precinct of Kosciuszko National Park include:
- Geehi Walls and Major Clews trails
- Indi and Tiger trails
- The Khancoban/Cabramurra Road
- Yellow Bog Road
- Greg Greg trail
- Tooma River trail
- Everards trail
- Spring Flat Creek trail
- Maragle
Entry into baiting locations will be identified by signs.
Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW national parks and reserves. 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 further information, please contact the NPWS Upper Murray area office on 02 6070 8400.
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Applies from Mon 25 Feb 2019, 9.07am to Sat 1 Feb 2025, 12.40pm. Last reviewed: Tue 12 Sep 2023, 4.21pm
Closed areas: Closed areas due to Snowy 2.0 works
The following areas are closed due to the Snowy 2.0 works from Monday 25 February 2019 until early 2025, unless the closure is extended or removed:
- Lobs Hole Ravine Road 4WD trail
- Wallace Creek lookout
- Lobs Hole Ravine campground
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please call the NPWS Tumut area office on 02 6947 7000 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Tue 12 Sep 2023, 9.19am to Fri 13 Oct 2023, 9.19am. Last reviewed: Tue 12 Sep 2023, 9.25am
Closed areas: Doughy Trail - South East Forest National Park is closed
Doughy Trail in South East Forest National Park will be closed to the public from Tuesday 12th September until Friday 13th October 2023 for bridge repair works.
For any further information please contact NPWS Merimbula on 02 64955000.
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Applies from Sun 7 May 2023, 9.40am. Last reviewed: Tue 22 Aug 2023, 11.02am
Closed areas: Thredbo Valley track partial closure
Thredbo Valley track is closed to cyclists for the winter season between Thredbo Resort and Thredbo Diggings campground.
The lower Thredbo Valley track is open to walkers only from Bullocks Flat to Gaden Trout Hatchery. Maintenance works are underway on the track, including the operation of a small excavator. Please take caution and follow directions of NPWS staff.
Abide by IMBA guidelines and don't ride on wet tracks. Check back for updates as these closures may change.
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 Jun 2023, 9.16am to Fri 29 Sep 2023, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 19 Sep 2023, 4.03pm
Closed areas: Areas of the Geehi precinct closed for winter
The following areas in the Geehi precinct will be closed for winter from Monday 12 June to Friday 29 September 2023:
- Behrs Flat campground
- Old Geehi campground
- Geehi Walls trail
- Major Clews trail
Geehi Flats campground will remain open. For more information, please contact the Khancoban Visitor Centre 02 6070 8400.
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Applies from Wed 2 Nov 2022, 11.42am. Last reviewed: Tue 19 Sep 2023, 4.04pm
Closed areas: Greg Greg trail closed due to flood damage
The Greg Greg trail is closed until further notice due to storm damage and wet weather trail conditions.
Do not enter closed areas in Kosciuszko National Park.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Khancoban Visitor Centre on 02 6070 8400.
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Applies from Tue 31 Mar 2020, 12.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 15 Aug 2023, 10.40am
Closed areas: Kosciuszko National Park closed sites
A number of sites in Kosciuszko National Park are closed or may have other restrictions until further notice.
Winter closures
The following roads and trails are closed until further notice:
- Cabramurra to Khancoban Road (KNP5)
- Long Plain Road
- Pocket Saddle Road
- Blue Waterholes trail
- Broken Cart trail
- Port Phillip trail
- Bullocks Hill trail
- Four Mile trail
- Boundary Road
- Geehi Dam/Olsens Road
- Grassy Flat trail
- Kings Cross Road from Selwyn Resort to Dry Dam
- Tumut Ponds fire trail
Fire-affected areas
Some sections of Kosciuszko National Park which burnt during the 2019/2020 fires remain closed. These areas include:
- Wolgal and Pattinson's Huts
Huts that burnt down in the 2020 fires
These locations remain open, but the following huts or buildings have been lost:
- Bradley/O'Brien's Hut, Brooks Hut, 4 Mile Hut, Happy's Hut, Harvey's Hut (under repair), Linesman's No.3 Huts, Round Mountain Hut, Vickery's Hut (under repair), and Dry Dam Ski Shelter.
- Warning: Please take care as there may be broken glass/nails that are uncovered since NPWS made records and cleaned up these sites. Please do not disturb the sites or remove artefacts.
Snowy 2.0 works affecting access to Tantangara Road and Tantangara Dam
- Access to the southern end of Tantangara Reservoir via Quarry trail is closed to the public.
- Access to the southern end boat ramp is open, but may be subject to short-term closures.
- Current boating and camping access to Tantangara Reservoir will still be available at access points on the northern end of the reservoir, via Port Phillip and Dam trails.
Do not enter closed areas in Kosciuszko National Park. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Thu 1 Dec 2022, 7.29am to Sat 30 Sep 2023, 7.29am. Last reviewed: Thu 10 Aug 2023, 7.36am
Closed areas: Summerells Fire trail closed
Summerells Fire Trail is closed to vehicles from 1 December 2022 to 30 September 2023. Storm / water damage has made the road unsafe.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office on 02 64585960
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Applies from Mon 7 Aug 2023, 7.00am to Thu 8 Feb 2024, 11.55pm. Last reviewed: Wed 13 Sep 2023, 10.11am
Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 baiting
The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a baiting program using baits containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes. The program will be continuous and ongoing between Thursday 10 August 2023 and Thursday 8 February 2024. These programs are part of an integrated pest animal control strategy, aimed at minimising the impacts of these animals on neighbouring stock.
Baiting programs will be conducted in Thredbo/Ingebyra, Dalgety/Paupong and Corrowong/Tombong/Merriangaah Wild Dog Plan Areas. Baiting programs will also be undertaken in Paupong, Merriangaah and Quidong Nature Reserves.
This includes the following sections of Kosciuszko National Park:
- Thredbo Valley
- Moonbah
- Ingebyra
- Paupong
- Numbla Vale
- Corrowong
All baiting locations will be identifiable by signs.
Please be reminded that domestic pets are not permitted on NPWS Estate. 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 further information, please call the Jindabyne area office on 02 6450 5555.
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Applies from Wed 10 May 2023, 9.01pm to Mon 2 Oct 2023, 9.34am. Last reviewed: Tue 8 Aug 2023, 11.22am
Safety alerts: High altitude walks - snow covered
The following high altitude walks are snow covered for the rest of the winter season:
- Main Range walk
- Mt Kosciuszko Summit walk
- Kosciuszko walk
- Mount Stilwell walk
- Guthega to Charlotte Pass walk
- Illawong walk
- Snow Gums boardwalk
- Porcupine walk
- Charlotte Pass to Perisher walk
- Rennix walk
- Schlink Hut walking track
- Threbo River track
- Rainbow Lake walk
- Dead Horse Gap walk
- Cascade Hut trail
Other walks may have shorter sections of snow and ice cover. Snow covered walks can be more difficult to follow, slippery, icy and steep. There is also a risk of long falls and slides as you cross slopes. You should be prepared for winter conditions with:
- Snowshoes (and solid/waterproof walking boots), skis or splitboard
- Navigation skills and a map, compass and GPS
- Plans for all walks to take longer than normal
- Winter clothing.
If you plan to visit these areas in winter, follow alpine safety advice.
For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 64505555.
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Applies from Fri 24 Mar 2023, 12.51pm to Fri 1 Dec 2023, 12.52pm. Last reviewed: Fri 15 Sep 2023, 11.59am
Closed areas: Light to Light walk closure
Please expect track closures from Boyds Tower to Saltwater Creek from late July 2023 until December 2023 to allow for track upgrades. These closures will impact plans to complete the return-walk. This closure will not affect Saltwater Creek or Bittangabee campgrounds.
If you're booking your walk through a licensed tour operator, you can expect that these operators are being regularly informed by NPWS, so that track closure impacts can be planned for and managed.
Please monitor NPWS alerts for track closures, be prepared to modify your itinerary while track upgrades are being completed and consider transport options to divert around closed sections of the walk.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 6495 5000.
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Applies from Wed 22 Mar 2023, 3.14pm. Last reviewed: Fri 8 Sep 2023, 8.44am
Safety alerts: Blackfellows Point road works
Following a landslip, NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is currently working to repair Blackfellows Point Road in Eurobodalla National Park. The road remains open, but temporary barriers are in place to restrict access to the affected areas.
Please drive safely, proceed cautiously, and follow the directions of road signs.
For more information, contact the local park office on 02 4476 0800.
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Applies from Thu 11 May 2023, 8.40am. Last reviewed: Sun 24 Sep 2023, 10.43am
Closed areas: Rawson Pass toilet closed for winter
Rawson Pass toilet is closed from Thursday May 11 2023 to the end of winter. Seamans Hut toilet will remain open all winter.
You are encouraged to carry out your human waste when toilets are not available on the Main Range. Please refer to these resources for more information:
For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Mon 15 May 2023, 2.18pm to Fri 29 Sep 2023, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 31 Aug 2023, 1.46pm
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 pest management program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting a ground baiting program using fresh meat baits containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes. The program will be ongoing and continuous from Monday 29th May to Friday 29th September 2023. The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock.
Baiting programs will be undertaken in:
- South East Forests National Park
- Coolumbooka Nature Reserve
- Bondi Gulf Nature Reserve
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 further information, please call the NPWS Bombala office on 02 6458 5900.
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Applies from Wed 21 Oct 2015, 11.57am to Fri 28 May 2027, 2.58pm. Last reviewed: Wed 13 Sep 2023, 11.42am
Safety alerts: Bingi Dreaming track - Closed and open coastal lakes and lagoons
Bingi Dreaming track crosses openings to several Intermittently Closed and Open Coastal Lakes and Lagoons (ICOLLS). Openings of these lakes and lagoons are often unpredictable and can be quite dramatic. Please be aware that although lakes are usually only open for short periods (weeks), they can be impassable when open.
The Coila Lake opening is at the southern end of Bingi Dreaming track. Please check if this lake is open before you set out. If the opening is impassable, you won't be able to access the village of Tuross to complete the walk.
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Applies from Fri 5 May 2023, 11.28am. Last reviewed: Fri 11 Aug 2023, 12.03pm
Safety alerts: Powerline out of service in Jagungal Wilderness Area
Happy Jacks Plain and sections of the Jagungal Wilderness Area are affected by powerline damage. The 11kva powerline that runs through these areas was damaged during the 2019/2020 fires which burnt poles and downed powerlines. It is out of service and will be removed from the park. Please keep a safe distance from any broken wires on the ground and broken stay wires from power poles.
For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Thu 17 Mar 2022, 4.03pm. Last reviewed: Fri 22 Sep 2023, 10.14am
Closed areas: Areas closed due to bushfire recovery including Mumbulla Falls
Biamanga National Park Cultural Area and Mumbulla Creek Falls Cultural picnic area are closed until further notice due to substantial bushfire recovery works on walkways and viewing platforms.
Please follow Park signage and staff directives and do not attempt to access these areas. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
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Applies from Mon 20 Jul 2020, 11.07pm. Last reviewed: Mon 18 Sep 2023, 10.17am
Closed areas: Areas closed due to bushfire damage
Some areas in this park remain closed due to bushfire damage. Do not enter closed sections of the park. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information contact 1300 072 757 (13000 PARKS).
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Applies from Fri 24 Feb 2023, 12.25pm to Mon 19 Feb 2024, 12.26pm. Last reviewed: Mon 18 Sep 2023, 10.18am
Closed areas: South East Forests - Nungatta Predator Free Area Closure
Roads and trails closed for public access include Laings Road, Link Track, Alex Hut Fire Trail, Reef Road East, Reef Road West, Mervs East Fire Trail, Mervs West Fire Trail and Sandplot Track.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For any further information, please contact the NPWS Merimbula office on 02 6495 5000.
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Applies from Wed 6 Apr 2022, 3.52pm. Last reviewed: Fri 22 Sep 2023, 10.15am
Closed areas: Wadbilliga Road closed west of Lake Creek campground
Wadbilliga Road drive west of Lake Creek campground is closed until further notice.
This is due to significant road damage following repeated severe weather events and widespread flooding. Please follow park signage and staff directives and do not attempt to enter these areas. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
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Applies from Fri 22 Sep 2017, 4.01pm to Thu 1 Feb 2024, 12.54pm. Last reviewed: Thu 23 Mar 2023, 4.09pm
Other planned events: Ongoing increased traffic and roadworks
There is an increase in heavy and light vehicle movements on the Snowy Mountains Highway (between Cooma to Tumut) and Link and Tantangara Roads within Kosciuszko National Park. This traffic will continue for a number of years and involves the use of specialised heavy vehicle combinations for transporting materials associated with the Snowy 2.0 project and other projects in the region.
There will also be ongoing maintenance and upgrades to roads in the area as part of the project, particularly along Link and Tantangara Roads.
Your destination is still accessible. To assist in planning your journey safely, please allow extra time in your travel plans and drive to conditions.
For more information, call the NPWS Tumut area office on 02 6947 7000.
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Applies from Fri 25 Mar 2022, 4.56pm. Last reviewed: Sun 17 Sep 2023, 12.15pm
Closed areas: Kanoonah Road (north) closed due to landslip
Kanoonah Road in Coolangubra section of South East Forests National Park is closed from Myanba Falls Road through to the northern park boundary due to a major landslip following recent heavy rainfall.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office.
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