Current alerts in this area
Last reviewed: Thu 2 March 2023, 2.42pm
Applies from Tue 28 Feb 2023, 12.35pm
to Mon 4 Sep 2023, 12.38pm.
Last reviewed: Tue 28 Feb 2023, 12.40pm.
Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 fox ground baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting ongoing ground baiting programs in this park from Wednesday 1 March 2023 to Thursday 31 August 2023.
The operation will involve the use of CPE's containing 1080 poison (sodium fluoroacetate) for the control of wild dogs and foxes. Some red meat may also be used.
The program is designed to minimise the impact of foxes on wildlife, and to minimise the impact of wild dogs and foxes on neighbouring stock.
All 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 locations. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
For more information, please contact the NPWS Bathurst area office on 02 6332 7640 or send an email. npws.centralwest@environment.nsw.gov.au
Applies from Thu 27 Oct 2022, 3.00pm
to Wed 12 Apr 2023, 3.00pm.
Last reviewed: Thu 2 Mar 2023, 2.42pm.
Closed parks: Park closed due to wet conditions
Goobang National Park is closed from 7am Wednesday 1 February 2023 to 3pm Wednesday 12 April 2023 due to Fire Access Fire Trail upgrades.
This closure includes all walking tracks, fire trails, Greenbah and Wanda Wandong Campground in the park. Please do not enter the park.
This closure will be reassessed monthly and the park will re-open when fire trails have been upgraded and weather permits.
Remember, it’s never safe to drive, ride or walk through flood waters. Roads into and throughout the park are closed. Check Live Traffic NSW for up-to-date information.
For assistance during severe weather visit the NSW SES website. In life-threatening situations call emergency services on Triple Zero (000).
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For the most current information please contact the NPWS Central West area office at Bathurst on 02 6332 7640.
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Applies from Fri 2 Dec 2022, 12.15pm
to Fri 31 Mar 2023, 11.59pm.
Last reviewed: Tue 3 Jan 2023, 12.32pm.
Fire bans: Park fire ban (solid fuel)
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, 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. or call the Bathurst office on 02 6332 7640
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Applies from Mon 20 Feb 2023, 7.00am to Sat 22 Apr 2023, 7.00am. Last reviewed: Sun 19 Mar 2023, 7.43pm
Closed parks: Park closed for ground pest operation.
From 7am, Monday 20 February to 7am, Monday 21 April 2023 a ground pest control operation will be undertaken in Nangar National Park. The park will remain closed to all visitors.
This program will target feral goats and aims to reduce the significant impact that they have on native plants and animals, including threatened species. Other pest animals including pigs, foxes and rabbits will be targeted if observed throughout the operation.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local Bathurst Area office on (02) 6332 7640.
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Applies from Sun 4 Dec 2022, 7.01am to Mon 31 Jul 2023, 7.02am. Last reviewed: Fri 3 Mar 2023, 6.35am
Closed parks: Closed due to severe storm damage to access and internal trails.
As of 1 March 2023 Nangar National Park remains closed to all visitors due to severe storm impacts to the trails.
All trails are closed to all traffic as creek crossings and flash flood erosion wash aways need to be repaired.
For more information, please contact Central West Area office at Bathurst on 02 6332 7640 for the most up to date information.
Penalties apply for non-compliance.
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Applies from Tue 28 Feb 2023, 12.40pm to Mon 4 Sep 2023, 12.41pm. Last reviewed: Tue 28 Feb 2023, 12.43pm
Other planned events: Notice of ongoing ground baiting to control foxes using Poison 1080.
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting ongoing ground baiting programs in this park from Wednesday 1 March 2023 to Thursday 31 August 2023.
The operation will involve the use of CPE's containing 1080 poison (sodium fluoroacetate) for the control of wild dogs and foxes. Some red meat may also be used.
The program is designed to minimise the impact of foxes on wildlife, 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 and 1080 is lethal to cats and dogs. Pets and working dogs must be restrained or muzzled in the vicinity and must not enter baiting locations. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
For more information, please contact the NPWS Central West area office at Bathurst on 02 6332 7640 or send an email.
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Applies from Thu 2 Feb 2023, 9.20am. Last reviewed: Fri 3 Mar 2023, 6.24am
Safety alerts: Reduce speed and drive to conditions
Ongoing wet weather has impacted the roads in this reserve, leaving them washed out and/or under water for long periods of time.
Although some dry weather has occurred, access trails can still have rough surfaces and will require maintenance.
Vehicles that enter the park may still become bogged or need specialist recovery.
Please reduce speed, drive to conditions, and be aware of your surroundings.
For more information, contact the NPWS Dubbo area office on 02 6841 7100.
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Applies from Tue 10 Jan 2023, 11.12am. Last reviewed: Tue 10 Jan 2023, 11.18am
Closed areas: Borenore KCA - Arch cave closed due to flood impacts
Access to the Arch Cave and Loop Track is closed from 8am 10 January 2023 until further notice due to flood impacts. Flood has damaged the walking brdige and parts of the walking track.
Penalties apply for non compliance.
For more information contact the National Parks office on 6332 7640
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Applies from Thu 22 Dec 2022, 4.27pm to Fri 31 Mar 2023, 4.28pm. Last reviewed: Wed 21 Dec 2022, 4.54pm
Fire bans: Solid Fuel Fire Ban begins in Riverina Area Reserves
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, 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 Fri 2 Dec 2022, 12.15pm to Fri 31 Mar 2023, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Tue 3 Jan 2023, 12.32pm
Fire bans: Park fire ban (solid fuel)
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, 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. or call the Bathurst office on 02 6332 7640
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Applies from Sun 25 Sep 2022, 8.02am to Sat 30 Sep 2023, 8.07am. Last reviewed: Sun 26 Feb 2023, 4.23pm
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 ongoing baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program in Nangar National Park from Wednesday 28 September 2022 to Monday 27 March 2023.
The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of feral goats.
All baiting locations will be identified by signs. 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 should 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 Bathurst area office on 02 6332 7640.
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