Current alerts in this area
Last reviewed: Sat 21 September 2019, 8.58am
Applies from Mon 9 Sep 2019, 3.44pm.
Last reviewed: Sat 21 Sep 2019, 8.58am.
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 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.
Nearby alerts
Applies from Wed 23 Oct 2019, 2.07pm. Last reviewed: Wed 23 Oct 2019, 2.07pm
Other incidents: Swimming not advised around Big Hill Headland
A humpback whale carcass has washed ashore on Big Hill Headland, next to Limeburners Creek National Park. NPWS advises against swimming or surfing in the vicinity due to the increased risk of shark presence.
Surf Lifesaving NSW and DPI Shark Smart have been notified. NPWS are assisting Crown Lands to determine the most appropriate management response to this incident.
For further information please contact the NPWS Hastings Macleay office on 02 6561 6700.
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Applies from Fri 18 Oct 2019, 3.26pm to Mon 28 Oct 2019, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 22 Oct 2019, 3.22pm
Closed parks: Park closed due to bushfire
This park is closed due to bushfire. Do not enter the park. Penalties apply for non-compliance. This fire is called Jacobs Spur. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 65 88 5555 or visit the Rural Fire Service website.
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Applies from Mon 9 Sep 2019, 3.44pm. Last reviewed: Sat 21 Sep 2019, 8.58am
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 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 Wed 4 Sep 2019, 3.57pm to Tue 31 Mar 2020, 3.47pm. Last reviewed: Fri 4 Oct 2019, 4.14pm
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 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.
Applies from Fri 10 May 2019, 1.48pm to Sat 30 Nov 2019, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 3 Oct 2019, 4.22pm
Closed areas: Smoky Cape Lighthouse Keepers' Cottages closed
Smoky Cape Lighthouse Keepers' Cottages are closed for maintenance until further notice. Visitors can still access the lighthouse and lookout.
For more information, please contact npws.property@environment.nsw.gov.au.
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Applies from Mon 17 Dec 2018, 8.40pm to Mon 3 Feb 2020, 8.38pm. Last reviewed: Tue 18 Dec 2018, 10.34am
Other incidents: Wilson River picnic area - gas barbecues not available
The gas barbecues are not in operation at Wilson River picnic area in Willi Willi National Park.
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