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Last reviewed: Tue 24 January 2023, 8.49am
Applies from Thu 16 Jun 2022, 11.01am
to Fri 30 Jun 2023, 11.03am.
Last reviewed: Tue 24 Jan 2023, 8.49am.
Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 pest management program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting a baiting program using fresh meat, manufactured baits and CPEs containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes and wild dogs. The program will be ongoing and continuous from Friday 1 July to Saturday 30 June 2023.
The baited parks, reserves and state conservation areas include:
- Araleun Nature Reserve
- Badja Swamps Nature reserve
- Beowa National Park, formerly Ben Boyd National Park
- Deua National Park
- Eurobodalla National Park
- Gulaga National Park
- Kooraban National Park
- Majors Creek State Conservation Area
- Mimosa Rocks National Park
- Monga National Park and State Conservation Area
- South East Forest National Park
- Wadbilliga National Park
There will be signs at all baiting locations.
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 in the vicinity must be restrained or muzzled and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information call the NPWS Merimbula area office on 02 6495 5000.
Applies from Fri 22 Sep 2017, 3.34pm.
Last reviewed: Wed 11 Jan 2023, 6.07pm.
Safety alerts: Fire ban - Middle Beach campground
For visitor safety, campfires and solid fuel fires (wood, heat beads, charcoal, briquettes, hexamite) are not permitted at Middle Beach campground or picnic area.
The use of gas-fired, liquid fuel and electrical appliances will be permitted where:
- The appliance is under the direct control of an adult
- The appliance is placed or located in an area where there is no combustible material within 2m
- There is an adequate water supply to extinguish fire, should it start next to the appliances
- It is not a Total Fire Ban.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Narooma area office on 02 4476 0800 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Mon 23 Jan 2023, 3.46pm to Fri 3 Feb 2023, 3.47pm. Last reviewed: Mon 23 Jan 2023, 3.51pm
Other planned events: Big Jack Firetrail road maintenance
Roadworks will be underway on Big Jack Trail from Tuesday 24 January to Friday 3 February 2023. The trail may be uneven and slippery during this time. Drive safely and follow the directions of roadwork signs and NPWS staff and/or contractors.
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Applies from Fri 20 Jan 2023, 2.39pm. Last reviewed: Fri 20 Jan 2023, 3.13pm
Closed areas: Plovers Lane Walking Track Closed for Pest Control Program
Plovers Lane Walking Track will be closed between 5pm to 5am daily from Monday 23 January to Monday 30 January 2023 inclusive for a ground pest control operation.
This program targets foxes and aims to reduce their impact on threatened and migrating shorebirds.
The closed areas will be sign-posted and barriers will be placed at all relevant access points. Please avoid these areas and do not enter closed areas during this time. Please follow directions from NPWS officers and NPWS authorised contractors.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Eurobodalla area office on 02 4476 0800.
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Applies from Tue 17 Jan 2023, 2.40pm to Tue 28 Feb 2023, 3.01pm. Last reviewed: Wed 25 Jan 2023, 8.42am
Other planned events: Intermittent Road Closures for road resealing works - Eurobodalla National Park
From 16th January through to 28th February 2023, NPWS will be completing reseal works to roads in visitor precincts within the Eurobodalla National Park. The works will require intermittent closures of these roads to vehicular and pedestrian traffic to allow for works access and protect public safety across the construction site.
The areas impacted will be
- Shelly Beach parking area
- Toragy Loop Road
- Elizabeth Street
Drive safely and follow the directions of roadwork signs and NPWS staff. Do not attempt to enter areas that have been closed for works temporarily. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
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Applies from Tue 17 Jan 2023, 9.57am to Fri 17 Feb 2023, 9.58am. Last reviewed: Tue 17 Jan 2023, 10.07am
Closed areas: Kingfisher road closure - Bridge Work
KIngfisher Road on Park section is closed due to to bridge replacement from Tuesday 17 January to 17 February 2023. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Merimbula NPWS office 6495 5000. All main visitor areas will remain open, signs and barrier fencing will be placed around the closed area.
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Applies from Tue 22 Mar 2022, 3.32pm to Sat 1 Jul 2023, 11.12am. Last reviewed: Wed 11 Jan 2023, 2.38pm
Closed areas: Doughy Trail bridge closed
Doughy Trail bridge is closed until further notice due to significant safety concerns.
Do not attempt to use the bridge. Please follow safety signage and directions from staff.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the local office.
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Applies from Tue 29 Nov 2022, 12.28pm to Mon 17 Apr 2023, 12.28pm. Last reviewed: Mon 9 Jan 2023, 3.46pm
Closed areas: Lennard's Island walking track and carpark closure
Lennard's Island walking track and carpark will be closed from Monday 16 January 2023 to Monday 17 April 2023 due to upgrade works.
One carpark space is closed to the public for material storage. Workers will be present on the walking track and carpark.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information contact the NPWS Merimbula area office on 02 6495 5000.
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Applies from Wed 6 Apr 2022, 3.52pm. Last reviewed: Fri 20 Jan 2023, 3.15pm
Closed areas: Wadbilliga Road closed west of Lake Creek campground
Wadbilliga Road drive west of Lake Creek campground is closed until further notice.
This is due to significant road damage following repeated severe weather events and widespread flooding. Please follow park signage and staff directives and do not attempt to enter these areas. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
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Applies from Tue 1 Mar 2022, 3.37pm. Last reviewed: Fri 6 Jan 2023, 8.57am
Closed areas: Roads closed due to rain damage
The following roads are closed until further notice due to rain damage:
- Plovers Lane (Bogola Headland)
- Jemisons Point trail
- Honeysuckle Road
Please do not enter the above areas. These areas are being continually assessed, and will be reopened once dry enough to allow safe passage.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office on 02 4476 0800.
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Applies from Thu 1 Dec 2022, 7.29am to Tue 28 Feb 2023, 7.29am. Last reviewed: Tue 3 Jan 2023, 7.53am
Closed areas: Summerells Fire trail closed
Summerells Fire Trail is closed to vehicles from 1 December 2022 to 28 February 2023. Storm / water damage has made the road unsafe.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office on 02 64585960
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Applies from Thu 16 Jun 2022, 11.01am to Fri 30 Jun 2023, 11.03am. Last reviewed: Tue 24 Jan 2023, 8.49am
Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 pest management program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting a baiting program using fresh meat, manufactured baits and CPEs containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes and wild dogs. The program will be ongoing and continuous from Friday 1 July to Saturday 30 June 2023.
The baited parks, reserves and state conservation areas include:
- Araleun Nature Reserve
- Badja Swamps Nature reserve
- Beowa National Park, formerly Ben Boyd National Park
- Deua National Park
- Eurobodalla National Park
- Gulaga National Park
- Kooraban National Park
- Majors Creek State Conservation Area
- Mimosa Rocks National Park
- Monga National Park and State Conservation Area
- South East Forest National Park
- Wadbilliga National Park
There will be signs at all baiting locations.
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 in the vicinity must be restrained or muzzled and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information call the NPWS Merimbula area office on 02 6495 5000.
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Applies from Tue 21 Dec 2021, 3.56pm to Sat 1 Jul 2023, 11.11am. Last reviewed: Tue 10 Jan 2023, 1.06pm
Safety alerts: Bittangabee Storehouse closed
The historic storehouse at Bittangabee Bay is closed for safety reasons, until restoration works are complete.
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Applies from Wed 6 Jan 2021, 9.18am to Sat 1 Jul 2023, 11.31am. Last reviewed: Tue 10 Jan 2023, 1.06pm
Closed areas: Hegartys Bay campground closed
Hegartys Bay remote campground is closed until further notice due to fire damage and rehabilitation works.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the local office.
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Applies from Fri 25 Mar 2022, 3.22pm to Sat 1 Jul 2023, 3.22pm. Last reviewed: Tue 10 Jan 2023, 1.06pm
Closed areas: Tuross Falls walking track closed
Tuross Falls walking track is closed. Planning and works are underway to replace damaged infrastructure.
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Applies from Fri 25 Mar 2022, 4.56pm. Last reviewed: Wed 11 Jan 2023, 2.39pm
Closed areas: Kanoonah Road (north) closed due to landslip
Kanoonah Road in Coolangubra section of South East Forests National Park is closed from Myanba Falls Road through to the northern park boundary due to a major landslip following recent heavy rainfall.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office.
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Applies from Mon 20 Jul 2020, 11.07pm. Last reviewed: Tue 24 Jan 2023, 8.49am
Closed areas: Areas closed due to bushfire damange
Some areas in this park remain closed due to bushfire damage. Do not enter closed sections of the park. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information contact 1300 072 757 (13000 PARKS).
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Applies from Wed 21 Oct 2015, 11.57am to Fri 28 May 2027, 2.58pm. Last reviewed: Fri 20 Jan 2023, 3.09pm
Safety alerts: Bingie Dreaming track - Closed and open coastal lakes and lagoons
Bingie Dreaming track crosses openings to several Intermittently Closed and Open Coastal Lakes and Lagoons (ICOLLS). Openings of these lakes and lagoons are often unpredictable and can be quite dramatic. Please be aware that although lakes are usually only open for short periods (weeks), they can be impassable when open.
The Coila Lake opening is at the southern end of Bingie Dreaming track. Please check if this lake is open before you set out. If the opening is impassable, you won't be able to access the village of Tuross to complete the walk.
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