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Applies from Wed 11 Mar 2026, 7.00am to Fri 13 Mar 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 10 Mar 2026, 1.35pm
Other planned events: Notice of Roadworks - Myall Creek Rd, Coaches Creek Rd & Sandy Knob Rd - Biriwal Bulga NP
Roadworks will be underway on Myall Creek Rd, Coaches Creek Rd & Sandy Knob Rd in Biriwal Bulga NP, commencing Wednesday 11th March 2026.
Drive safely and follow the directions of roadwork signs and NPWS staff.
For more information, contact the local NPWS office on (02) 6591 0300.
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Applies from Tue 3 Mar 2026, 10.45am to Fri 13 Mar 2026, 10.55am. Last reviewed: Mon 9 Mar 2026, 2.43pm
Other planned events: Tree management works at Indian Head and Kylies Beach campgrounds
Hazardous tree treatment works will be undertaken at Indian Head and Kylies Beach campgrounds in Crowdy Bay National Park on Wednesday 11th and Thursday 12th March 2026 between 8:00am and 5:00pm. The works will remove dangerous overhanging branches and deadwood from trees to ensure campground safety.
The works will cause some noise disturbance and temporary access restrictions. Visitors are asked not to leave vehicles or camping gear unattended at the campgrounds during the scheduled period. Please abide by all exclusion zones and signage, and follow the instructions of staff/contractors to ensure the works can be undertaken safely and efficiently.
The works may impact access to the following facilities:
- Kylies Hut
- Metcalfes walking track
- Forest walking track
- Diamond Head Loop walk
For more information, contact the NPWS Port Macquarie office on 02 6588 5555.
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Applies from Mon 9 Mar 2026, 12.14pm to Fri 13 Mar 2026, 12.15pm. Last reviewed: Mon 9 Mar 2026, 9.29am
Closed areas: Areas closed for aerial pest control operation
Some areas of Oxley Wild Rivers National Park and Oxley Wild Rivers State Conservation Area and the Carrai National Park are closed from 2 pm, Monday 9 March to 4.30pm, Wednesday 11 March 2026 for aerial shooting for feral animal control. The closed areas are:
- Wollomombi Falls campground, picnic area and associated walks
- Halls Peak campground and picnic area
- Dangars gorge campground, picnic area and associated walks
- Mary''s View lookout
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Armidale NPWS office on 6738 9100.
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Applies from Fri 6 Mar 2026, 4.13pm to Thu 2 Apr 2026, 4.30pm. Last reviewed: Fri 6 Mar 2026, 4.45pm
Closed areas: Areas closed for ground shooting for feral animal control
Some areas in Barrington Tops National Park and State Conservation Area are closed from 8am, Tuesday 10 March to 4:30pm Thursday 2 April 2026 for ground shooting for feral animal control. Closed area are:
- Paddys Ridge Trail
- Butchers Swamp Trail.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 6538 5300..
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Applies from Sat 28 Feb 2026, 9.08am. Last reviewed: Fri 6 Mar 2026, 2.06pm
Closed areas: Karamea Homestead closed due to flood damage
The following area is closed from Tuesday 20th May 2025 until further notice due to impacts from the May 2025 flooding and severe weather event:
The Homestead will reopen when the damage has been rectified and the site is safe.
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Applies from Mon 9 Feb 2026, 7.00am to Fri 13 Mar 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 5 Mar 2026, 4.22pm
Closed areas: Gummi Road closed for bridge replacement
Gummi Road in Barrington Tops State Conservation Area remains closed to all traffic until Friday 13 March 2026 while a damaged bridge is replaced - unfortunately wet weather has delayed the expected finish date. Weather may further impact construction timelines.
There is no access to Gummi picnic area or the State Forest further along Gummi Road during construction.
For further information please contact:
- Gloucester NPWS office on 02 6538 5300
- Scone NPWS office on 02 6540 2300
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Applies from Thu 6 Nov 2025, 11.13am. Last reviewed: Tue 3 Mar 2026, 9.08am
Closed areas: Cliff Face walking track temporarily closed due to impacts from flooding / severe weather
Cliff Face Track will be closed from Tuesday 20th May 2025 until further notice due to impacts from the flooding and severe weather event that occurred during May 2025
The walking track will reopen when the damage has been rectified and the site is safe.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office on 02 6538 5300.
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Applies from Thu 18 Dec 2025, 2.29pm to Tue 7 Apr 2026, 7.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 27 Feb 2026, 6.19pm
Fire bans: Park Fire Ban, Wallingat, Myall Lakes and Tapin Tops National Parks
A park fire ban is in place in this park from midnight Thursday 18th December 2025 and remains in effect until midnight Monday 6th April 2026, 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, different rules apply. Contact the local park office before bringing a gas 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 Sun 1 Feb 2026, 2.25pm to Tue 30 Jun 2026, 2.27pm. Last reviewed: Tue 17 Feb 2026, 9.02am
Closed parks: Curracabundi National Park closure for ground shooting for feral animal control
Curracabundi National Park is closed for ground pest control operation
Curracabundi National Park (Rockglen, Lea Hurst. Monkeycot, Karamea precincts) is closed 9am, Monday 2 February 2026 to 1030am, Tuesday 30 June 2026 for a ground pest control operation. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Barrington Tops Area Office 02 6538 5300.
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Applies from Mon 23 Dec 2024, 9.57am to Thu 31 Dec 2026, 10.01am. Last reviewed: Tue 13 Jan 2026, 11.33am
Closed parks: Willi Willi Caves Nature Reserve closed due to unsafe access
Willi Willi Caves Nature Reserve is closed until further notice due to unsafe access to area.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 6561 6700.
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Applies from Tue 5 Aug 2025, 12.07pm to Thu 31 Dec 2026, 12.08pm. Last reviewed: Mon 29 Dec 2025, 4.51pm
Closed areas: Flat Rock Lookout - Closed for Visitor Safety
Flat Rock Lookout is closed for visitor safety until further notice.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on (02) 6591 0300.
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Applies from Tue 9 Jul 2024, 3.50pm to Thu 31 Dec 2026, 2.26pm. Last reviewed: Mon 29 Dec 2025, 4.50pm
Closed areas: Newbys Creek Walk and Caves - Closed for Visitor Safety
Newbys Creek Walk and Caves are closed for visitor safety until further notice.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on (02) 6591 0300.
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Applies from Mon 3 Nov 2025, 11.24am. Last reviewed: Wed 18 Feb 2026, 9.21am
Other planned events: No firepits provided at Crowdy Gap campground
Visitors are advised that for safety reasons firepits have been removed from Crowdy Gap campground.
Fires are not permitted on the ground. If you choose to have a fire you must bring your own portable fire pit or brazier. Braziers can be hired from Diamond Head campground if required.
Visitors must also bring in their own firewood and be aware of fire regulations and any park or total fire bans in place.
Penalties apply for non-compliance.
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Applies from Tue 9 Dec 2025, 10.23am. Last reviewed: Mon 23 Feb 2026, 8.43am
Closed areas: Scrub Bird Walking Track Closed
The Scrub Bird walking track is closed until further notice due to a significant tree fall.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Port Macquarie NPWS office on (02) 6588 5555.
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Applies from Mon 27 Oct 2025, 12.00am to Fri 3 Apr 2026, 12.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 16 Feb 2026, 9.07am
Closed areas: Dangars Gorge closed for precinct upgrade
The Dangars Gorge precinct in Oxley Wild Rivers NP is strictly closed from Monday 27 October 2025 to Friday 3 April 2026 while visitor facilities are being upgraded. The areas that will be closed include:
- Dangars Gorge Campground
- Dangars Falls Picnic Area
- Dangars Falls lookouts
- McDirtys walking track
- Sailsbury Waters walking track
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local Armidale NPWS office (02 6738 9100).
NPWS will be making improvements to the campground, walking tracks and signage upgrades as well as installing a new pedestrian bridge.
During this time, visitors to Oxley Wild Rivers NP can still access other visitor precincts, such as Long Point, Gara Gorge, Wollomombi Falls, and for the more adventurous, Riverside or Halls Peak. Please note that access to Riverside and Halls Peak requires an access permit and a low-range 4WD vehicle. More information can be found on the NPWS website https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/
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Applies from Wed 19 Nov 2025, 9.17am. Last reviewed: Wed 4 Mar 2026, 10.16am
Closed areas: Rawson Falls Walking Trail closure
Part of the Rawson Falls Walking Trail remains closed due to extensive damage caused by the May 2025 major flood event. Sections of the trail are affected by dangerous trees, and a significant landslip has occurred on the track leading to the base of the waterfall.
The picnic area as well as the top section of the walking trail to the lookout platform are open.
The section of trail below the lookout will remain closed while planning approvals and procurement are completed to remediate the landslip.
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Applies from Thu 14 Aug 2025, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 2 Mar 2026, 1.55pm
Closed areas: Flood effected areas within Tapin Tops National Park
The following areas within Tapin Tops National Park are closed due to flood impacts;
- Potaroo Falls (including Potaroo Road)
- Tallowood Flat
- Rowleys Rock Rd
For further information, please contact NPWS Manning Great Lakes Area on 6591 0300
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Applies from Thu 22 May 2025, 12.28pm. Last reviewed: Thu 12 Feb 2026, 9.42am
Closed parks: National parks closed due to flood damage
The following reserves are closed until further notice due to flood impacts;
- Barrakee SCA
- Coocumbac Island NR
- Killabakh NR
- Wingham Brush NR
Remember, it’s never safe to drive, ride or walk through flood waters.
For further information, please contact NPWS Manning Great Lakes Area Office on 6591 0300.
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Applies from Thu 16 Oct 2025, 2.34pm. Last reviewed: Fri 27 Feb 2026, 3.12pm
Other planned events: Brimbin Pontoon (Dawson River) closed
Brimbin Pontoon has sustained damage and is temporarily closed. NPWS apologises for any inconvenience.
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