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Applies from Mon 9 May 2022, 9.53am to Sun 30 Apr 2023, 8.06pm. Last reviewed: Fri 17 Mar 2023, 10.18am

Closed parks: Abercrombie Karst Conservation Reserve closed

Abercrombie Karst Conservation Reserve will remain closed to the public until April 30, 2023 inclusive, due to ongoing flood repairs. 

The closure affects the entire reserve, including walking tracks, campgrounds, caves and trails.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, call the local NPWS office on 02 4843 5976.

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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 Wed 1 Feb 2023, 9.40am to Thu 6 Apr 2023, 11.51am. Last reviewed: Thu 2 Mar 2023, 9.52am

Closed parks: Park closed due to flood damage

Abercrombie River National Park and State Conservation Area are closed until Thursday 6 April 2023 due to construction work on damaged river crossing and campgrounds.

Bummaroo Ford campground remains open.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. This park will reopen as soon as works are complete.

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Applies from Thu 3 Nov 2022, 10.57am to Mon 1 May 2023, 10.58am. Last reviewed: Tue 3 Jan 2023, 8.51am

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 ongoing program

From Thursday 3 November 2022 to Monday 1 May 2023 NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting ongoing ground baiting program in the following areas: 

  • Abercrombie River National Park
  • Kanangra-Boyd National Park
  • Blue Mountains National Park (southern sector)
  • Wollemi National Park (Wolgan Valley area) 
  • Jenolan Karst Conservation Area
  • Turon National Park
  • Marrangaroo National Park

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 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 local Kanangra NPWS area office at Oberon on 02 6336 6200 for more information.

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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 Wed 30 Nov 2022, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 9 Dec 2022, 8.22am

Closed parks: Park closed for ground pest control operation

Koorawatha Nature Reserve is closed from 7am, Tuesday 13th December to 7am, Friday 16th December 2022 for a ground shoot pest control operation. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Tumut NPWS office.

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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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