Current alerts in this area
Last reviewed: Fri 9 October 2020, 4.28pm
Applies from Tue 16 Jun 2020, 2.58pm
to Tue 22 Dec 2020, 2.59pm.
Last reviewed: Wed 7 Oct 2020, 10.38am.
Other incidents: Notice of 1080 baiting
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting ongoing aerial and ground baiting programs in this park from Tuesday 23 June to Tuesday 22 December 2020. This program will use meat baits, meat bait products and ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.
This program is designed to minimise the impact of foxes on wildlife, especially after the recent extensive bushfires, and to minimise the impact of wild dogs and foxes on neighbouring stock.
All 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 locations. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
Please contact the local area office for more information.
Applies from Mon 14 Sep 2020, 3.08pm
to Tue 22 Dec 2020, 3.09pm.
Last reviewed: Fri 9 Oct 2020, 4.28pm.
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 baiting
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting ongoing aerial and ground baiting programs in this park from Tuesday 23 June to Tuesday 22 December 2020. This program will use meat baits, meat bait products and ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.
This program is designed to minimise the impact of foxes on wildlife, especially after the recent extensive bushfires, and to minimise the impact of wild dogs and foxes on neighbouring stock.
All 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 locations. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
Please contact the local area office for more information or 1300 072 757.
Applies from Mon 7 Sep 2020, 7.00am
to Fri 6 Nov 2020, 1.47pm.
Last reviewed: Thu 1 Oct 2020, 2.22pm.
Other planned events: Roadworks on Knodingbul Road
Roadworks will be underway on Knodingbul Road Road from Monday 7 September to Friday 6 November 2020. The road may be uneven and slippery during this time. Drive safely and follow the directions of roadwork signs and staff.
Applies from Wed 8 Jul 2020, 1.26pm
to Sat 31 Oct 2020, 8.00am.
Last reviewed: Fri 21 Aug 2020, 3.03pm.
Closed areas: Maxwells Flat campground closure
Maxwells Flat campground in Cottan-Bimbang National Park is currently closed due to COVID-19 safety concerns until Saturday 31 October 2020.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 6588 5555.
Nearby alerts
Applies from Thu 22 Oct 2020, 12.19pm to Wed 21 Apr 2021, 12.20pm. Last reviewed: Tue 20 Oct 2020, 12.03pm
Other incidents: Notice of 1080 baiting
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting ongoing aerial and ground baiting program in this park from Thursday 1 October 2020 to Wednesday 31 March 2021. This program will use meat baits, meat bait products and ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.
This program is designed to minimise the impact of foxes on wildlife, especially after the recent extensive bushfires, and to minimise the impact of wild dogs and foxes on neighbouring stock.
All 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 locations. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
Please contact the local area office for more information.
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Applies from Fri 25 Sep 2020, 11.37am. Last reviewed: Sun 18 Oct 2020, 3.40pm
Fires - Advice: Brotherglen HR - NPWS
There is a fire in this park called Brotherglen HR - NPWS. 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 30 Jun 2020, 9.54am to Sat 31 Oct 2020, 9.54am. Last reviewed: Fri 16 Oct 2020, 3.15pm
Closed areas: Areas closed due to bushfire damage
Some parts of this park are closed due to extensive bushfire damage. Essential safety works are currently being carried out.
The closed areas are:
- Brushy Mountain campground
- Racecourse trail (leading onto Coachwood trail in Willi Willi National Park)
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information call the local NPWS office on 02 6588 5555.
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Applies from Tue 13 Oct 2020, 11.53am. Last reviewed: Tue 13 Oct 2020, 3.40pm
Other planned events: Camping at Bretti Reserve
Bretti Reserve is a MidCoast Council-managed camping area. It is not attached to the National Parks and Wildlife Service Bretti Nature Reserve.
For information about camping at Bretti Reserve please call the MidCoast Visitor Information Centre in Gloucester on 02 6538 5252.
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Applies from Tue 13 Oct 2020, 10.37am. Last reviewed: Tue 13 Oct 2020, 10.39am
Closed areas: Barrington trail south - closed beyond Junction Pools
The last 5km of Barrington Trail south remains closed to vehicles due to trail conditions following recent wet conditions. Visitors can still access both Little Murray and Junction Pools campgrounds.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, call either the NPWS Gloucester area office on 02 6538 5300 or the NPWS Scone area office on 02 6540 2300.
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Applies from Tue 13 Oct 2020, 10.31am. Last reviewed: Tue 13 Oct 2020, 10.37am
Closed areas: Trails closed to vehicles due to unsafe trail conditions
The following trails are closed in this park until further notice, due to unsafe trail conditions:
- Tugalow trail
- Thunderbolts trail
There is alternative access to Gummi Falls campground via Bullocks Brush trail.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Fri 9 Oct 2020, 10.19am to Thu 31 Dec 2020, 10.20am. Last reviewed: Fri 9 Oct 2020, 10.35am
Closed parks: Nowendoc National Park closed
Nowendoc National Park, including Jacky Barker campground, is closed due to access issues on Wrights Road related to fire damage in state forest from Friday 9 October to 31 December 2020.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local Walcha NPWS office on 02 6777 4700.
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Applies from Tue 16 Jun 2020, 2.58pm to Tue 22 Dec 2020, 2.59pm. Last reviewed: Wed 7 Oct 2020, 10.38am
Other incidents: Notice of 1080 baiting
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting ongoing aerial and ground baiting programs in this park from Tuesday 23 June to Tuesday 22 December 2020. This program will use meat baits, meat bait products and ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.
This program is designed to minimise the impact of foxes on wildlife, especially after the recent extensive bushfires, and to minimise the impact of wild dogs and foxes on neighbouring stock.
All 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 locations. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
Please contact the local area office for more information.
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Applies from Wed 8 Jul 2020, 1.45pm to Sat 31 Oct 2020, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 29 Sep 2020, 9.19am
Closed areas: Hickeys Road closed
Hickeys Road is closed due to ongoing safety works and repairs to fire damaged bridges.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 6561 6700.
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Applies from Tue 11 Feb 2020, 3.47pm to Wed 30 Jun 2021, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 24 Sep 2020, 3.28pm
Closed areas: Kylies Hut walk-in campground closed - bushfire damage
Kylies Hut walk-in campground is closed due to recent bushfire damage.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, call the local NPWS office on 02 6588 5555.
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Applies from Mon 14 Sep 2020, 3.30pm. Last reviewed: Tue 22 Sep 2020, 10.07am
Closed areas: Hidden Treasure and Basin loop tracks
Hidden Treasure and Basin Loop walking tracks in Copeland Tops State Conservation Area are closed from Monday 14 September 2020. The closure is due to the walking track upgrade project and will remain in place until the project is complete. The work is expected to be completed in 6 weeks, however this depends on weather conditions.
Other fantastic walking opportunities nearby include:
- Brush Turkey and Cliff Face walks in Woko National Park
- Gloucester Falls, Antarctic Beech and River walks at Gloucester Tops.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Gloucester area office on 02 6538 5300.
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Applies from Mon 14 Sep 2020, 3.08pm to Tue 22 Dec 2020, 3.09pm. Last reviewed: Fri 9 Oct 2020, 4.28pm
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 baiting
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting ongoing aerial and ground baiting programs in this park from Tuesday 23 June to Tuesday 22 December 2020. This program will use meat baits, meat bait products and ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.
This program is designed to minimise the impact of foxes on wildlife, especially after the recent extensive bushfires, and to minimise the impact of wild dogs and foxes on neighbouring stock.
All 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 locations. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
Please contact the local area office for more information or 1300 072 757.
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Applies from Fri 4 Sep 2020, 2.32pm to Mon 30 Nov 2020, 2.34pm. Last reviewed: Fri 4 Sep 2020, 2.46pm
Closed areas: The Chalet and The Residence closed until December 2020
The Chalet and The Residence are closed for renovations until early December 2020.
For more information, please call the NPWS Coffs Coast area office on 02 6652 0900.
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Applies from Mon 7 Sep 2020, 7.00am to Fri 6 Nov 2020, 1.47pm. Last reviewed: Thu 1 Oct 2020, 2.22pm
Other planned events: Roadworks on Knodingbul Road
Roadworks will be underway on Knodingbul Road Road from Monday 7 September to Friday 6 November 2020. The road may be uneven and slippery during this time. Drive safely and follow the directions of roadwork signs and staff.
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Applies from Sun 30 Aug 2020, 1.09pm. Last reviewed: Sun 30 Aug 2020, 2.25pm
Fires - Advice: Mudfords Lane, Lansdowne
There is a fire in this park called Mudfords Lane, Lansdowne. 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 Wed 8 Jul 2020, 1.26pm to Sat 31 Oct 2020, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 21 Aug 2020, 3.03pm
Closed areas: Maxwells Flat campground closure
Maxwells Flat campground in Cottan-Bimbang National Park is currently closed due to COVID-19 safety concerns until Saturday 31 October 2020.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 6588 5555.
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Applies from Tue 31 Mar 2020, 4.00pm to Sat 31 Oct 2020, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 21 Aug 2020, 2.13pm
Closed parks: Willi Willi National Park
Willi Willi National Park is closed due to extensive bushfire damage. Hastings Forest Way is also closed due to extensive damage during recent bushfires in the area.
Do not enter the park. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
For more information, contact the local NPWS Port Macquarie office on 02 6588 5555 or visit the Rural Fire Service website.
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Applies from Mon 6 Jul 2020, 4.33pm to Thu 31 Dec 2020, 12.08am. Last reviewed: Tue 29 Sep 2020, 9.18am
Closed parks: Kumbatine National Park closed due to bushfire damage
Kumbatine National Park is closed due to extensive bushfire damage.
Do not enter the park. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
For more information, contact the local NPWS Port Macquarie office on 02 6561 6700.
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Applies from Thu 28 May 2020, 3.22pm. Last reviewed: Sat 29 Aug 2020, 2.43pm
Closed areas: Walking track closures due to bushfire damage
Five Islands, Duck Holes, and Moor Creek walking tracks remain closed until dangerous tree works are complete, a pedestrian bridge is reinstalled (Five Islands) and tree risk assessment is completed.
Many infrastructure items, including signs and creek crossings, are yet to be reinstalled.
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Applies from Thu 11 Jun 2020, 2.07pm to Sun 31 Jan 2021, 2.08pm. Last reviewed: Thu 30 Jul 2020, 8.51am
Safety alerts: Jerusalem Creek trail pedestrian bridge damaged
Jerusalem Creek trail currently has a damaged pedestrian bridge. A diversion is in place. Please take care and follow on-site signs.
For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Thu 2 Jul 2020, 2.28pm to Tue 22 Dec 2020, 2.32pm. Last reviewed: Fri 7 Aug 2020, 3.02pm
Closed areas: Apsley Falls Stairway and lower platforms closed
The stairway and the associated 2 lower platforms are closed at Apsley Falls. The main upper lookout remains open.
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Applies from Wed 3 Jun 2020, 10.45am. Last reviewed: Wed 3 Jun 2020, 10.47am
Closed areas: Daisy Plains huts closed
Daisy Plains huts are closed to protect the health and safety of our visitors and staff. Penalties apply for non-compliance. Check the COVID-19 update page for more information.
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Applies from Thu 9 Nov 2017, 9.59am. Last reviewed: Thu 21 May 2020, 9.58am
Closed areas: Phytophthora quarantine area - Barrington Tops National Park
Phytophthora is a mould that causes dieback in plants. It has been found on the plateau in Barrington Tops National Park, predominantly on the Watergauge trail between Beean Beean and Black Swamp. The affected area is under quarantine with absolutely no visitor access.
Phytophthora is readily spread by mud carried by walkers' shoes and mountain-bike tyres. There are boot wash stations across the plateau for walkers to use, to ensure their boots 'Start clean, Stay clean'.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Gloucester area office on (02) 6538 5300.
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Applies from Thu 26 Mar 2020, 12.31pm. Last reviewed: Tue 28 Apr 2020, 8.21am
Safety alerts: 1080 wild dog and fox baiting operation
An aerial and ground baiting operation will take place in Barrington Tops National Park and State Conservation Area, Wallabadah Nature Reserve, Ben Halls Gap Nature Reserve and National Park, Crawney Pass National Park, Curracabundi National Park and State Conservation Area, Mernot Nature Reserve, Monkeycot Nature Reserve and Watchimbark Nature Reserve from Tuesday 31 March to Wednesday 30 September 2020. Meat baits containing 1080 (sodium fluroacetate) poison will be used. The program is for the control of wild dog and foxes. Baiting locations are identified by signs.
Please remember that domestic pests 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 locations. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
For more information, contact the local NPWS Scone area office on 02 6540 2300 or the NPWS Gloucester area office on 02 6538 5300.
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