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Applies from Fri 16 Aug 2019, 10.03am. Last reviewed: Fri 16 Aug 2019, 2.16pm
Closed areas: Clark Isand - jetty and part of wharf closed
Clark Island jetty and the lower steps on the wharf's main berth face are closed closed due to damage. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
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Applies from Mon 12 Aug 2019, 12.49pm. Last reviewed: Fri 16 Aug 2019, 10.06am
Safety alerts: Lower steps on Shark Island Wharf closed
The lower 4 steps of Shark Island Wharf are closed due to a safety hazard. Using these steps for berthing, drop-off and pick-up is prohibited. Access is only possible using the upper stairs.
Small vessels and boats may not be able to berth, particularly at low tide.
For more information, call 02 9337 5511.
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Applies from Tue 6 Aug 2019, 4.36pm to Fri 23 Aug 2019, 4.30pm. Last reviewed: Tue 6 Aug 2019, 4.36pm
Closed areas: Inscription Point walking track closed
Inscription Point walking track will be closed until Friday 23 August 2019 for ongoing upgrades.
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Applies from Wed 24 Jul 2019, 11.55am. Last reviewed: Wed 24 Jul 2019, 11.55am
Other incidents: Middle Head and North Head closure - pest control operations
On Thursday 25 July 2019, Middle Head will be closed from 6.30pm and North Head will be closed from 10pm. This is for overnight pest control operations.
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Applies from Thu 18 Jul 2019, 4.33pm to Mon 30 Sep 2019, 4.33pm. Last reviewed: Fri 19 Jul 2019, 4.44pm
Other planned events: Fox control operations - Dobroyd Head
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service is doing 1080 ground baiting of foxes in Sydney Harbour National Park at Dobroyd Head.
This baiting program will run from Thursday 18 July 2019 until further notice. It will reduce the impacts of foxes on wildlife and threatened species in the park.
There will be 1080 baiting signs at the entrance to baiting areas. Don’t touch baits or ejector devices. Some baits may be buried. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
Domestic pets, including dogs, are not permitted in national parks or reserves. 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) baits are lethal to domestic dogs and cats. In the event of accidental poisoning, seek immediate veterinary assistance.
Please restrain assistance dogs to ensure they don’t enter the baiting areas. If assistance dogs are required in the baiting area, we suggest muzzling them.
For more information, contact the local park office on 02 9451 3479 or 1300 072 757 after hours.
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Applies from Thu 1 Aug 2019, 12.01am to Fri 31 Jan 2020, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Mon 8 Jul 2019, 12.16pm
Other planned events: 1080 baiting program underway
A 1080 baiting program will be underway in Sydney Harbour National Park from Thursday 1 August 2019 to Friday 31 January 2020. The 1080 poison (sodium fluoroacetate) will be buried baits or ejector capsules, which are laid continuously and in an ongoing manner on tracks and trails in parts of this park.
The areas where the baiting will be underway are Chowder Bay, Dobroyd, Bradleys, Georges, Middle and North headlands. North Head includes adjoining land of Sydney Harbour Federation Trust, Australian Institute of Police Management, and Quarantine Station.
Do not touch baits or ejector devices as they contain poison. 1080 is lethal to dogs and cats and pet owners are reminded that domestic animals are not permitted in national parks.
For further information please contact the NPWS Middle Head area office on 02 9960 6266 during business hours. After business hours, contact the NPWS after-hours call centre on 02 8579 0537.
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Applies from Fri 17 May 2019, 3.26pm. Last reviewed: Thu 8 Aug 2019, 12.28pm
Safety alerts: Malabar Headland Rifle Range operation schedule
1. For public safety, the eastern section of Malabar Headland National Park is closed during ANZAC Rifle Range operations.
These closures may occur with little or no notice.
2. Do not enter the eastern section of the park (including Boora Point walking track) when:
- Red flags are flying above the range
- There are warning signs at the park's entry points (South Maroubra Beach and Fishermans Road carpark)
- Park entry gates are closed.
3. When is the eastern section of the park closed?
- Every Saturday
- 1st Sunday of the month
- 3rd Sunday of the month
These closures apply to the eastern section of the park only (Boora Point walking track).
The western section of the park (Western Escarpment walking track) remains open.
The range operation schedule is provided by the NSW Rifle Association.
4. Contacts
To contact the ANZAC Rifle Range, call 02 9661 4532.
To contact the NPWS area office, email the Environment line or call 02 9337 5511.
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Applies from Wed 8 May 2019, 4.25pm to Mon 30 Sep 2019, 4.09pm. Last reviewed: Fri 21 Jun 2019, 3.20pm
Closed areas: North Head fox control operations
A fox control operation is in progress across North Head from Tuesday 8 May 2019 until further notice. Areas where trapping is underway will be signposted. Please keep to the centre of formed tracks.
Some areas may be closed temporarily. Signage will be in place around any closed areas.
For further information please contact the Sydney North Area office on 02 9451 3479 during weekdays or 13000 PARKS (13000 72757) on weekends.
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Applies from Fri 3 May 2019, 3.52pm to Sun 1 Sep 2019, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 3 May 2019, 3.52pm
Closed areas: Lady Bay Beach closed
Lady Bay Beach will be closed at times from May to August 2019. NSW National Parks will be repairing the sandstone retaining wall and replacing the staircase above the beach during this time.
To ensure visitor safety, the beach will be closed at times during repairs. Please don't enter closed areas during construction. We apologise for any inconvenience.
Alternative beach access is available nearby at Camp Cove, and there are clothing-optional beaches at Cobblers and Obelisk beaches in Mosman.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Vaucluse office on 02 9337 7000, or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Mon 10 Dec 2018, 2.35pm to Tue 31 Dec 2019, 2.28pm. Last reviewed: Wed 23 Jan 2019, 1.18pm
Other planned events: 1080 fox baiting program underway
A 1080 ground baiting and ejector program targeting foxes is underway in Eurobodalla National Park, Mimosa Rocks National Park, Bournda National Park and nature reserve, Gulaga National Park, Ben Boyd National Park and South East Forest National Park. The program is ongoing throughout the entire year. Visitors are reminded that 1080 is harmful to domestic animals. There are 1080 warning signs at entrances and exits throughout the reserve areas. For further information call the NPWS Merimbula area office on 02 6495 5000.
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Applies from Wed 5 Dec 2018, 7.23pm. Last reviewed: Tue 5 Feb 2019, 11.57am
Other planned events: North Head Scenic Drive gate opening and closing times
North Head Scenic Drive gate closing and opening times will change in summer and winter. The following times include:
- From Thursday 6 December 2018: In summer, the gate is open from 5am until 8.30pm
- From Monday 1 April 2019: In winter, the gate is open from 6am until 6pm
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Applies from Wed 12 Sep 2018, 10.18am. Last reviewed: Wed 27 Mar 2019, 11.11am
Closed areas: Walking tracks upgrade
Access to walking tracks between Cape Banks and Henry Head is affected due to track upgrades:
- The link to Cape Banks walking track and Henry Head walking track is closed
- Cape Banks walking track to Cape banks Headland is open
- Henry Head walking track to Cruwee Cove Beach is open
These upgrades are almost complete, however not officially open.
NSW National Parks apologises for any inconvenience this might cause. For more information please call the NPWS Greycliffe House office on 02 9337 5511.
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Applies from Mon 9 Jul 2018, 11.06am. Last reviewed: Fri 4 Jan 2019, 4.09pm
Closed areas: Fort Denison closed
Fort Denison is closed to visitors until further notice, due to site maintenance.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, call the NPWS Vaucluse area office on (02) 9337 5511 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Tue 23 Aug 2016, 10.51am. Last reviewed: Fri 4 Jan 2019, 4.43pm
Closed areas: Collins Flat closed
Collins Flat Beach is currently unavailable for venue hire. This is due to the impact of high visitation on the critical penguin habitat at this location. This closure will be reviewed at the end of the breeding season in February 2019. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
For more information, please contact the NPWS Mosman area office on (02) 9960 6266 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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