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Applies from Sun 27 Jan 2019, 11.00am. Last reviewed: Sat 23 Feb 2019, 7.29pm
Fires - Advice: Mt Sugarloaf
There is a fire in this park called Mt Sugarloaf. 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 Fri 22 Feb 2019, 3.19pm to Mon 25 Feb 2019, 12.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 22 Feb 2019, 3.35pm
Closed areas: Bongil picnic area closed
Bongil picnic area is closed from 3pm on Friday 22 February until at least 8am on Monday 25 February 2019 due to strong winds and the risk of falling trees and tree limbs. This closure may be extended and any extension will be posted as soon as possible.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Coffs Coast area office on 02 6652 0900 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Fri 22 Feb 2019, 1.20pm. Last reviewed: Fri 22 Feb 2019, 4.38pm
Closed areas: Paperbarks section of Lake Arragan campground closed
The Paperbarks section of Lake Arragan campground is closed, due to Tropical Cyclone Oma. The area may be affected by big seas, king tides and high winds. This closure may be extended and any extension will be posted as soon as possible.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Clarence area office on 02 6641 1500 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Thu 21 Feb 2019, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 21 Feb 2019, 4.53pm
Closed areas: Pebbly Beach campground closure - Cyclone Oma
Pebbly Beach campground in Yuraygir National Park will be closed to visitors from 1pm Friday 22 February 2019 until 1pm Wednesday 27 February 2019. This is because large ocean swells and weather associated with Cyclone Oma are expected to impact the foreshore and beach, and potentially directly damage the campground.
This closure may be extended and any extension will be posted as soon as possible. NSW National Parks apologises for the inconvenience this closure will cause.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please call the NPWS Grafton office on 02 6641 1500 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines
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Applies from Thu 21 Feb 2019, 1.45pm to Wed 27 Feb 2019, 1.42pm. Last reviewed: Thu 21 Feb 2019, 2.09pm
Closed areas: Shelley Head campground closed - Tropical Cyclone Oma
Shelley Head campground in Yuraygir National Park will be closed to visitors from 1pm Friday 22 February 2019 until 1pm Wednesday 27 February 2019.
This is because large ocean swells and weather associated with Cyclone Oma are expected to impact the foreshore, and potentially directly damage the campground
NSW National Parks apologises for the inconvenience this closure will cause. For more information, please call the NPWS Grafton office on 02 6641 1500.
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Applies from Fri 22 Feb 2019, 10.10am to Wed 27 Feb 2019, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 21 Feb 2019, 2.08pm
Closed areas: Yuraygir coastal walk closure - Tropical Cyclone Oma
Yuraygir coastal walk in Yuraygir National Park will be closed to visitors from 1pm Friday 22 February 2019 until 1pm Wednesday 27 February 2019. This is because sea conditions and weather associated with Cyclone Oma are expected to increasingly impact the walking trail over the weekend.
For more information, please call the NPWS Grafton office on 02 6641 1500.
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Applies from Thu 21 Feb 2019, 11.16am to Wed 27 Feb 2019, 11.12am. Last reviewed: Thu 21 Feb 2019, 12.44pm
Closed areas: Sandon River campground closure - Cyclone Oma
Sandon River campground in Yuraygir National Park will be closed to visitors from 1pm Friday 22 February 2019 until 1pm Wednesday 27 February 2019.
This is because large ocean swells and weather associated with Cyclone Oma are expected to impact the foreshore and beach, and potentially directly damage the campground.
Visitors who have booked sites at Sandon River campground can move their booking to future available dates or receive a full refund. To do this, please call 13000 PARKS (72757) or email parks.info@environment.nsw.gov.au. The 13000 Parks line is available 7 days a week.
The NPWS apologises for the inconvenience this closure will cause.
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Applies from Fri 8 Feb 2019, 4.19pm to Fri 22 Mar 2019, 4.19pm. Last reviewed: Wed 6 Feb 2019, 4.57pm
Other planned events: Wild dog baiting in Cascade National Park and Dorrigo National Park
A 1080 wild dog control program is being conducted in Cascade National Park and Dorrigo National Park from Friday 8 February 2019 to Friday 22 March 2019. The 1080 poison is lethal to dogs and cats, and pet owners are reminded that domestic animals are not permitted in national parks.
For more information, please call the NPWS Dorrigo office on 02 6657 2309.
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Applies from Tue 22 Jan 2019, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 22 Jan 2019, 6.23pm
Fires - Advice: Lardners Lookout
There is a fire in this park called Lardners Lookout. 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 Thu 17 Jan 2019, 12.00am to Thu 28 Feb 2019, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Wed 16 Jan 2019, 4.03pm
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, hexamite) 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. Find 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 Thu 20 Dec 2018, 9.28am to Thu 28 Feb 2019, 9.29am. Last reviewed: Thu 24 Jan 2019, 9.29am
Safety alerts: Flood damage
Significant rainfall has resulted in damage to Black Mountain Forest Road and The Junction Road. Please use caution when travelling on these roads. Flood debris has blocked access to the river at the Junction campground and the lower section of the campground.
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Applies from Tue 18 Dec 2018, 2.30pm. Last reviewed: Tue 29 Jan 2019, 3.00pm
Closed areas: Wollomombi Falls main lookout closed
The main viewing platform at Wollomombi Falls visitor area has identified structural deterioration. It will be closed until repairs can be completed and the structure has been certified as safe.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. Visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Wed 12 Apr 2017, 11.03am. Last reviewed: Mon 24 Dec 2018, 11.40am
Other planned events: Yuraygir coastal walk - river crossing contacts
The Yuraygir coastal walk river crossing contact details have changed. The current details are:
- Wooli river crossing - call 0439 409 909
- Sandon river crossing - call 0407 362 118
- Corindi/Red Rock river crossing - call 0403 015 412
For further information please call the NPWS Grafton area office on 02 6641 1500.
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Applies from Sat 1 Sep 2018, 11.54am to Thu 28 Feb 2019, 11.55am. Last reviewed: Tue 2 Oct 2018, 9.29am
Other planned events: 1080 fox baiting program Moonee beach Nature Reserve
A 1080 fox baiting program is being conducted in the Moonee beach area and park from Monday 10 September 2018 until Thursday 28 February 2019. This program is vitally important to the long-term survival of threatened and endangered shorebirds, such as the Pied Oyster Catcher.
Dogs are not permitted in NSW national parks. Non-target animals may be affected by 1080 baits. Ensure that dogs are not exposed to the risk of poison baits. For further information call the NPWS Coffs Coast area office on 02 6657 2309.
Applies from Sat 4 Aug 2018, 12.07pm. Last reviewed: Thu 10 Jan 2019, 5.04pm
Closed areas: Walk behind Crystal Shower Falls closed
The walk behind Crystal Shower Falls (waterfall) is closed due to unstable rocks falling onto the walk track. The walk behind the waterfall will remain closed until further notice.
The Wonga Walk, including the Crystal Shower Falls suspension bridge, remains open to the public.
This closure may be extended and any extension will be posted as soon as possible. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please call Dorrigo Rainforest Centre on (02) 6657 2309 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Thu 26 Jul 2018, 2.14pm. Last reviewed: Mon 27 Aug 2018, 9.50am
Other planned events: 1080 fox baiting program underway in Gaagal Wanggaan (South Beach) National Park
Residents in the Nambucca Heads and Scotts Head areas and park users are advised that a 1080 fox baiting program is being conducted in this park from Sunday 5 August 2018 until Thursday 28 February 2019. This program is vitally important to the long-term survival of threatened and endangered shorebirds, such as the little tern.
Dogs are not permitted in NSW national parks. Non-target animals may be affected by 1080 baits. Ensure that dogs are not exposed to the risk of poison baits.
For further information call the NPWS Coffs Coast Area office on (02) 6652 0900.
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Applies from Fri 27 Jul 2018, 2.01pm. Last reviewed: Thu 27 Sep 2018, 11.28am
Other planned events: 1080 fox baiting program underway
Park users and residents in the Sawtell and Bundagen areas are advised that a 1080 fox baiting program is being conducted in Bongil Bongil National Park from Wednesday 1 August 2018 until Thursday 28 February 2019. This program is vitally important to the long-term survival of threatened and endangered shorebirds, such as the little tern.
Dogs are not permitted in NSW national parks. Non-target animals may be affected by 1080 baits. Ensure that dogs are not exposed to the risk of poison baits.
For further information call the NPWS Coffs Coast Area office on (02) 6652 0900.
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Applies from Tue 13 Oct 2015, 12.05pm. Last reviewed: Tue 6 Sep 2016, 9.22am
Closed areas: Angourie Back Beach - staircase removed
Walkers on the Yuraygir Coastal Walk are advised that the staircase at the southern end of Angourie Back Beach has been removed due to safety concerns. All walkers should commence the walk via the track at Mara Creek picnic area, as there is no longer access from the beach. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the Grafton NPWS office on (02) 6641 1500 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Wed 26 Nov 2014, 4.28pm. Last reviewed: Mon 24 Jul 2017, 4.17pm
Closed areas: Road closure
Some areas of this park are closed due to demolition of bridge from past flooding event. This closure applies until further notice. Closed areas include the 4WD access to North Washpool, an area also known as Washpool rest area, entering from Baryulgil onto Collum Collum Road. The bridge is washed away, at the junction of Washpool Creek and Collum Collum Road.
- Washpool National Park’s 2WD entrance off Gwydir Highway onto Coachwood Drive and Washpool Forest Way is open.
- Bellbird campground, Coombadjha campground and the Granites lookout and picnic areas are accessible.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Glen Innes area office (02) 6739 0700 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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