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Applies from Mon 27 Jun 2022, 5.40am to Thu 30 Jun 2022, 7.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 27 Jun 2022, 10.40am
Closed areas: Tomaree Summit Closed
The upper section of Tomaree Summit walking track and lookout will be temporarily closed for two days on Tuesday 28 June 2022 and Wednesday 29 June 2022.
The Tomaree Summit walking track is being upgraded by NPWS.
Lower sections of the Summit walk up to the first staircase and the Tomaree Forts and gun emplacements remain accessible and open to visitors.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office at Nelson Bay on 4984 8200
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Applies from Thu 23 Jun 2022, 4.34pm to Tue 28 Jun 2022, 4.35pm. Last reviewed: Thu 23 Jun 2022, 4.43pm
Other planned events: Weed spraying planned at Crowdy Gap Campground
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is planning to undertake important weed control at Crowdy Gap Campground on Monday 27th June 2022.
The program is designed to reduce infestations of invasive weeds species such as bitou bush, lantana and morning glory.
Signs will be placed at the entry to the spraying location. Access along the walking track to the beach may be impacted on this day.
Please contact the Port Macquarie NPWS Office on (02) 6588 5555 for more information.
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Applies from Mon 27 Jun 2022, 6.00am to Wed 29 Jun 2022, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 23 Jun 2022, 4.36pm
Closed areas: Scenic Drive closed for roadworks
Scenic Drive (Janies Corner) will be closed from Monday June 27 until Wednesday 29 June 2022 for maintenance.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the local office.
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Applies from Tue 12 Apr 2022, 4.05pm to Thu 15 Sep 2022, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 23 Jun 2022, 4.28pm
Closed areas: Areas closed due to flooding
The following areas are closed until further notice due to heavy rain and flooding:
- Mackaway Bay campground - closed until Saturday 6 August 2022
- Brambles Green campground - closed until Thursday 15 September 2022
- Violet Hill campground and picnic area - closed until Thursday 30 June 2022 (Violet Hill boat ramp remains open).
NPWS staff regularly monitor conditions and will re-open areas as soon as it is safe to do so.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information, please call the NPWS Manning Great Lakes area office on 02 6591 0300.
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Applies from Thu 23 Jun 2022, 2.56pm to Fri 1 Jul 2022, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 23 Jun 2022, 3.43pm
Closed areas: Gloucester Tops Rd closed beyond campground
Gloucester Tops Rd will be closed beyond the Gloucester River campground to all visitors from Monday 27th June to Friday 1st July 2022 so as to allow NPWS to safely undertake major road maintenance works. This closure means there will be no visitor access to Gloucester Tops during this period. The closure may be extended if weather conditions impact on the planned works.
Gloucester River campground and picnic area remain open during this time, as do the Sharpes Creek and Gloucester River walking tracks.
NPWS apologies for any inconvenience. For further information contact the local Gloucester office on 02) 6538 5300.
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Applies from Fri 8 Apr 2022, 10.30am to Fri 29 Jul 2022, 11.55am. Last reviewed: Thu 23 Jun 2022, 2.55pm
Other incidents: SUV/4WD recommended for Gloucester Tops Road
NPWS recommends that access to Gloucetser Tops Road is by SUV/4WD only, beyond the campground. Due to both weather and bridge weight restrictions over the last 12 months, NPWS has been unable to undertake the necessary maintenance required. Now that the bridge has been repaired, roadworks are scheduled (weather permitting) for the next couple of months.
For further information contact the local office on 02 6538 5300.
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Applies from Thu 25 Mar 2021, 3.57pm. Last reviewed: Thu 23 Jun 2022, 10.01am
Other incidents: Main access road to Barrington Tops Plateau closed from Gloucester
The main access road to Barrington Tops Plateau from Gloucester has been closed by NSW Forestry Corporation until further notice due to serious damage caused during a weather event.
You can only access campgrounds and visitor precincts located on the plateau from the western side via Scone. Barrington Tops Forest Road (also known as the Scone-Gloucester Road) is closed between Cobark Park picnic area and Dilgry Circle intersection. There is no access from Gloucester to Scone on this road.
Road re-opening dates are unknown at this stage, however NSW Forestry Corporation is working on restoring the road. This media release has more information.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For latest traffic information, please visit the Live Traffic website. For further information call the Gloucester office on 02 6538 5300.
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Applies from Mon 30 May 2022, 12.00pm to Fri 30 Sep 2022, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 23 Jun 2022, 9.57am
Closed areas: Winter closure of 4WD trails
The following 4WD access trails are closed to vehicles from Monday 30 May 2022 due to the annual winter closure:
- Barrington trail (south and central)
- Paddys Ridge trail
- Bullock Brush trail
- Butchers Swamp trail
- Thunderbolts trail (between Barrington Tops Forest Road and Pheasants Creek Road)
- Tugalow trail
The following areas also closed to vehicles during this time:
- Junction Pools, Little Murray and Gummi Falls campgrounds
- Associated walking tracks, lookouts and facilities
You can still access all these campgrounds, walking tracks, lookouts and facilities on foot or by bicycle.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, call the NPWS Gloucester area office on 02 6538 5300 or the NPWS Scone office on 02 6540 2300. Visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Tue 21 Jun 2022, 3.31pm. Last reviewed: Wed 22 Jun 2022, 4.10pm
Closed areas: Graham Allan walk closed at recreation ground
Access from Graham Allen walk to the riverside recreation area (MCC) is closed for upgrade works within the adjacent council-managed recreation area.
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Applies from Tue 12 Apr 2022, 12.51pm to Fri 1 Jul 2022, 2.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 20 Jun 2022, 11.52am
Closed areas: Joes Cove campground
Joes Cove campground is closed for maintenance until Thursday 30 June 2022.
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Applies from Tue 13 Oct 2020, 11.53am. Last reviewed: Fri 17 Jun 2022, 4.49pm
Other planned events: Camping at Bretti Reserve
Bretti Reserve is a MidCoast Council managed campground. 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 1800 802 692.
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Applies from Wed 2 Mar 2022, 5.22pm to Sun 31 Jul 2022, 12.44pm. Last reviewed: Fri 17 Jun 2022, 4.16pm
Closed areas: Burraga Swamp walking track closed
Burraga Swamp walking track is inaccessible by vehicle due to the closure of Mt Allyn Road in Chichester State Forest because of wet weather.
The road will re-open when conditions allow. For more details, please visit the FCNSW website or contact the local office.
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Applies from Fri 4 Mar 2022, 10.56am to Sat 31 Dec 2022, 10.25am. Last reviewed: Fri 17 Jun 2022, 11.27am
Safety alerts: Williams Top Road closed
Williams Top Road has been closed by Forestry Corporation of NSW (FCNSW) due to a landslip. The closure affects access to the following areas in this park:
- Lagoon Pinch picnic area
- Corker trail
- Wombat Creek campground
- Careys Peak (via Corker trail)
- Rocky Crossing walk
For more information on the closure visit the FCNSW website. The road re-opening date is not known at this stage.
Alternate access via Chichester State Forest (Allyn River) may be available but is subject to regular flooding and varied road conditions.
For information on access to visitor sites in Barrington Tops National Park contact the local NPWS office on 02 6538 5300 or Dungog Visitor Centre on 02 4992 2212.
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Applies from Thu 2 Sep 2021, 4.44pm. Last reviewed: Fri 17 Jun 2022, 11.23am
Closed areas: Tubrabucca Road closed
Tubrabucca Road is closed until further notice between Barrington trail (central) and Paddys Ridge trail due to multiple bridge failures.
An engineer has assessed the bridges and deemed them unsafe to all traffic. NPWS are working towards replacing the bridges as soon as possible.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 6538 5300.
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Applies from Thu 9 Nov 2017, 9.59am. Last reviewed: Fri 17 Jun 2022, 11.16am
Closed areas: Phytophthora quarantine area - Barrington Tops National Park
Phytophthora is a mould that causes dieback in plants. It's 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 Wed 17 Nov 2021, 1.31pm to Fri 30 Jun 2023, 11.14am. Last reviewed: Fri 17 Jun 2022, 11.14am
Safety alerts: Fibrosa trail closed due to storm damage
Fibrosa trail has experienced significant storm damage and is closed to all users in the south of the reserve. Planning is underway to repair the damaged trail.
Take care and follow onsite signage. Please remember that vehicles are not permitted in Columbey State Conservation Area.
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 22 Mar 2021, 12.55pm. Last reviewed: Fri 24 Jun 2022, 12.38pm
Closed parks: Reserves closed due to severe weather event
A number of National Parks and Wildlife Service reserves will be closed to vehicles until further notice due to damage from severe weather event. These include:
- Berrico National Reserve
- The Glen National Reserve
Landslips, collapsed bridges and culverts and hazardous trees have been reported across many areas. For your safety, please avoid these reserves until damage assessments can be made and any safety issues rectified.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information, please call the Gloucester Office on 02 6538 5300.
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Applies from Fri 18 Mar 2022, 11.49am to Wed 31 Aug 2022, 11.50am. Last reviewed: Fri 24 Jun 2022, 12.38pm
Closed areas: Blue Gum Loop trail part closure
Part of the Blue Gum Loop trail is closed due to recent storm damage and dangerous trees. NPWS is working to clear the trail and reopen as soon as possible.
The following areas are currently open:
- Williams River picnic area and part of Blue Gum Loop trail (including 250m accessible section to first steel bridge)
- Rocky Crossing walk (access via Williams River picnic area due to Forestry Corporation closure of Williams Top Rd)
- Jerusalem Creek trail and picnic area
Take care and follow onsite signage.
For more information contact NPWS Gloucester Office on 02 6538 5300 or Dungog Visitor Information Centre on 02 4992 2212.
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Applies from Tue 14 Jun 2022, 7.00am to Wed 31 Aug 2022, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 14 Jun 2022, 3.40pm
Closed areas: Zenith Beach loop road and carpark closed
Zenith Beach loop road and carpark are closed from Tuesday 14 June to late August 2022, due to roadworks.
NPWS is conducting maintenance and upgrade works associated with the Tomaree Coastal walk project.
Tomaree Headland walking tracks remain accessible to visitors.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Nelson Bay area office on 02 4984 8200.
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Applies from Tue 7 Jun 2022, 2.32pm to Mon 11 Jul 2022, 2.34pm. Last reviewed: Tue 7 Jun 2022, 4.59pm
Closed areas: Big Rocky carpark closed for works
The Big Rocky carpark is closed for road works from Thursday 16 June to Monday 11 July 2022.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office at Nelson Bay on 02 4894 8200.
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Applies from Mon 30 May 2022, 8.00am to Tue 19 Jul 2022, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 1 Jun 2022, 9.49am
Closed areas: Bombah Point ferry closed for maintenance
The Bombah Point ferry will be closed from Monday 30 May, and will recommence operation on Wednesday 20 July 2022. This is so essential maintenance and survey inspection work (out of water slipping) can be done.
Contact the Manning Great Lakes area office on 02 6591 0300 for further information.
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Applies from Tue 31 May 2022, 10.40am to Fri 29 Jul 2022, 10.40am. Last reviewed: Wed 8 Jun 2022, 6.25pm
Closed areas: Lone Pine Road closed for repair
Part of Lone Pine Road in Wallaroo National Park and Wallaroo State Forest will be closed from Monday 6 June 2022 until further notice, while damage to the road is being repaired. The closed area includes:
- Lone Pine Road between Italia Road and Callaghans Trail
- The Common picnic area
Signs and barricades will be in place around the closed areas.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Fri 20 May 2022, 2.22pm to Mon 31 Oct 2022, 2.23pm. Last reviewed: Mon 20 Jun 2022, 5.24pm
Safety alerts: Be cautious on tracks and surfaces
Erosion and surface damages are present on walking tracks, road surfaces and managed areas across national parks of the Hastings Macleay Area following significant and prolonged rainfall events. Remediation works are scheduled as weather permits. Please take care and be aware of the conditions when visiting these national parks.
For more information, contact the local NPWS offices: Hastings on 02 6588 5555 or Macleay on 02 6561 6700.
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Applies from Mon 29 Nov 2021, 11.06am to Wed 31 Aug 2022, 11.17pm. Last reviewed: Thu 19 May 2022, 8.56am
Closed areas: Mungo track partial closure
Mungo Track is closed between Tamboi and Brambles Green campground from Monday 29 November until Wednesday 31 August 2022 due to damaged boardwalk.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the local office.
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Applies from Tue 17 May 2022, 3.45pm to Wed 6 Jul 2022, 3.46pm. Last reviewed: Fri 24 Jun 2022, 12.38pm
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 aerial baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting ongoing aerial baiting program from Sunday 22 May to Sunday 5 June 2022 in the following areas:
- Barakee National Park
- Barrington Tops National Park and State Conservation Area
- Ben Halls Gap National Park and Nature Reserve
- Berrico Nature Reserve
- Black Bulga Nature Reserve
- Bretti Nature Reserve
- Camel Hump Nature Reserve
- Camerons Gorge Nature Reserve and State Conservation Reserve
- Cedar Brush Nature Reserve
- Coneac Nature Reserve
- Copland Tops State Conservation Area
- Crawny Pass National Park
- Currcabundi National Park and State Conservation Area
- Khatambuhl Nature Reserve
- Mernot Nature Reserve
- Monkerai Nature Reserve
- Monkeycot Nature Reserve
- The Glen Nature Reserve
- Towarri National Park
- Wallabadah Nature Reserve
- Watchimbark Nature Reserv
- Wingen Maid Nature Reserve
- Woko National Park
- Woolooma National Park.
The program will involve the use of 1080 poison baits containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison (including meat baits and meat bait products) for the control of wild dogs and foxes. This program is designed to minimise the impacts of wild dogs and foxes on livestock and native wildlife, especially threatened species.
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 more information about the coordinated program please call the NPWS Barrington Tops area on 02 6540 2300 or 6538 5300.
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Applies from Wed 1 Jun 2022, 10.50am to Thu 15 Sep 2022, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 18 May 2022, 11.29am
Closed areas: Boomeri campground closure
Boomeri campground is closed from Wednesday 1 June 2022 until Thursday 15 September 2022 due to winter maintenance. There is no public access during this time. Please follow all safety signage and directions from staff.
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Applies from Mon 16 May 2022, 3.29pm to Fri 15 Jul 2022, 3.30pm. Last reviewed: Mon 16 May 2022, 4.06pm
Closed areas: Temporary track closures due to Tomaree Coastal Walk upgrades
NPWS will be temporarily closing several sections of existing walking tracks in Tomaree National Park due to the Tomaree Coastal Walk project.
NPWS is currently working on the track sections between Fingal Bay and Boat Harbour including:
- building a new coastal track section to link Boat Harbour and One Mile Track.
- upgrades and maintenance along Fingal Ridge Trail, Ocean Track and One Mile Track.
These tracks are closed and will remain closed until mid-July 2022 when works are finished, weather and site conditions permitting.
During the construction period for this section of track NPWS will conduct occasional helicopter lift operations transporting track building materials.
To find out more visit https://environment.nsw.gov.au/tomareecoastalwalk
Enquires can be directed to the local Nelson Bay office on (02) 4984 8200.
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Applies from Wed 11 May 2022, 2.33pm to Tue 5 Jul 2022, 2.34pm. Last reviewed: Wed 11 May 2022, 3.29pm
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 aerial baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an aerial baiting program in the following parks, reserves and state conservation areas from Sunday 22 May to Sunday 5 June 2022:
- Barakee National Park
- Barakee State Conservation Area
- Biriwal Bulga National Park
- Bugan Nature Reserve
- Ghin-Doo-Ee National Park
- Goonook Nature Reserve
- Talawahl Nature Reserve
- Talawahl State Conservation Area
- Tapin Tops National Park
- Wallamba Nature Reserve
The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise the impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock.
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 NPWS Manning Great Lakes area office for more information on 02 6591 0300.
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Applies from Wed 1 Jun 2022, 10.41am to Thu 15 Sep 2022, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 17 Jun 2022, 12.05pm
Closed areas: Mungo Brush South campground closure
Mungo Brush south campground is closed from Wednesday 1 June 2022 until Thursday 15 September 2022 for winter maintenance. There is no public access during this period. Please follow all safety signage and directions from staff. Mungo Brush north campground will remain open.
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Applies from Tue 10 May 2022, 1.25pm to Wed 14 Sep 2022, 1.27pm. Last reviewed: Tue 10 May 2022, 4.37pm
Closed areas: White Tree Bay campground and picnic area closed for works
The White Tree Bay campground and picnic area are closed from Tuesday 10 May to Wednesday 14 September 2022 for annual winter maintenance.
There is no public access during this time. Please follow all safety signage and directions from staff.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For any further information, please contact the Booti Booti Office on 02 6591 0300.
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Applies from Fri 7 May 2021, 8.50am to Sun 7 May 2023, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 27 May 2022, 2.39pm
Closed areas: Sunnyside campground closed
Sunnyside campground will be closed indefinitely until major works have been completed.
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Applies from Mon 11 Apr 2022, 4.00pm to Wed 30 Nov 2022, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 11 Apr 2022, 4.35pm
Closed areas: Wreck Beach walking track closed
Wreck Beach walking track is closed due to heavy rain undermining the walking track causing significant damage to steps and landings. The closure will be in place for an extended period until repairs are undertaken.
Barriers and signage are in place for visitor safety.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, call the NPWS Nelson Bay area office on 02 4984 8200 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Thu 20 Feb 2020, 9.16am to Fri 14 Oct 2022, 3.20pm. Last reviewed: Mon 11 Apr 2022, 3.21pm
Closed areas: Ocean Rocks walking track
Ocean Rocks walking track in Tomaree National Park is closed due to landslide from Thursday 20 February 2020. Signs will be in place around the closed area.
All main visitor areas, including Tomaree Summit walk, will remain open. You can still access Tomaree Head via Tomaree Summit walk.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Hunter Coast area office on 02 4984 8200.
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Applies from Mon 4 Apr 2022, 3.44pm to Sun 31 Jul 2022, 3.45pm. Last reviewed: Fri 6 May 2022, 9.12am
Closed parks: Park closed due to flooding
This park is closed until Wednesday 31 August 2022 due to widespread flood damage.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
Applies from Mon 4 Apr 2022, 2.28pm to Fri 30 Sep 2022, 2.32pm. Last reviewed: Fri 6 May 2022, 9.10am
Closed areas: 4WD Kylies Beach access closed
The 4WD beach access at Kylies campground is closed until further notice due to flood and storm damage.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office.
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Applies from Fri 17 Dec 2021, 7.22pm. Last reviewed: Fri 11 Feb 2022, 12.28pm
Safety alerts: Wallingat campgound access
Wallingat campground access is off The Lakes Way via Sugar Creek Road and River Road. Do not use Barbies Road or Link Road which are inaccessible to vehicles.
For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Tue 14 Dec 2021, 1.11pm. Last reviewed: Thu 10 Mar 2022, 2.51pm
Closed areas: Box Beach carpark night closure
Box Beach carpark is closed to vehicles from 10pm to 5am daily. The gate will be locked during these times.
Box Beach Access Road is also closed to vehicles during this period.
A fee will be charged for vehicles exiting after 10pm. Please call Certis Security on 1300 370 145 for assistance.
For more information, please contact the local Nelson Bay office on 02 4984 8200.
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Applies from Mon 2 Aug 2021, 1.52pm. Last reviewed: Sun 5 Sep 2021, 7.55pm
Closed areas: Lighthouse Keepers Cottages Ruins site closed
The Lighthouse Keepers Cottages Ruins site is closed to pedestrian access for public safety reasons. Please do not enter the Ruins site under any circumstances.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the local office.
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