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Last reviewed: Wed 8 May 2024, 11.53am
Applies from Mon 22 Apr 2024, 8.00am to Mon 22 Jul 2024, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 8 May 2024, 11.53am.
Roadworks will be underway within the Murrumbidgee Valley National and Regional Parks.
The roads may be uneven and slippery during this time.
Drive safely and follow the directions of roadwork signs and NPWS staff.
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Applies from Sat 4 May 2024, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 8 May 2024, 1.20pm
There is a planned Hazard Reduction burn in this park from 04/05/2024. The fire is called Deniliquin North West Cultural Burn. 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 Wed 8 May 2024, 7.25am to Fri 14 Jun 2024, 10.26am. Last reviewed: Tue 7 May 2024, 10.33am
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting a ground baiting program from 8th May 2024 to 14th June 2024. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes.
The program will take place in Nest Hill & Ulandra Nature Reserves.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise impact of foxes 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 Tumut NPWS area office for more information on (02) 6947 7000.
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Applies from Thu 9 May 2024, 12.45pm to Fri 17 May 2024, 12.45pm. Last reviewed: Mon 6 May 2024, 12.53pm
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing aerial baiting program from 9 May 2024 to 17 May 2024. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs.
The program will take place in Kosciuszko National Park, Clarkes Hill Nature Reserve, Bogandyera Nature Reserve, Jingellic Nature Reserve, Woomargama National Park and State Conservation Area and Mullengandra State Conservation Area. All baiting will take place in the Hume, Upper Murray and Goobragandra Wild Dog Plan Areas.
The program is designed to minimise the 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 Tumut NPWS area office for more information on (02) 6947 7000.
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Applies from Wed 24 Apr 2024, 2.48pm to Fri 28 Jun 2024, 2.49pm. Last reviewed: Fri 3 May 2024, 9.38am
The 5-Mile, while works take place during repair of the tiered areas caused by the recent floods, will be partially closed. These works will take place over an 8 week period.
An area at the top of the tiers at carpark level, including the lower Bbq area will have an exclusion fence set up to minimise damage to vehicles, boats and injury to visitors. This excluded area may temporarily involve the closure of access to the boat ramp, which will otherwise remain open.
The rest of the Visitor area will remain open. All the toilets, the carpark, access to the mountain bike trails and the Riverside walk to the Dungula lookout will still be available for public use.
The works are expected to begin on the 1st May and be finished by the end of June 2024.
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Applies from Wed 1 May 2024, 3.00pm to Fri 10 May 2024, 3.01pm. Last reviewed: Wed 1 May 2024, 3.05pm
Mathewson's trail in the eastern part of Woomargama National Park will be closed due to roadworks from the 1st of May through to 5pm on Friday the 10th of may 2024.
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Applies from Mon 30 Oct 2023, 2.08pm. Last reviewed: Thu 9 May 2024, 8.57am
Some Moira South Campgrounds in the Murray Valley National Park have been closed to camping. Areas closed have been sign-posted. Alternative Campgrounds are available nearby.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office.
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Applies from Fri 11 Nov 2022, 11.59am to Wed 31 Jul 2024, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Tue 30 Apr 2024, 11.30am
Willandra National Park will be CLOSED until further notice, whilst staff undertake damage assessments and repair works.
In the interest of visitor safety, we will need to keep the park CLOSED until repairs have been completed and the park is deemed safe to re-open.
This closure includes roofed accommodation, campgrounds and all park roads. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
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Applies from Thu 1 Feb 2024, 9.18am. Last reviewed: Tue 30 Apr 2024, 10.11am
Finley Beach Campground is closed until Thursday 30 May while the access road is being upgraded.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Tue 30 Apr 2024, 9.47am. Last reviewed: Tue 30 Apr 2024, 9.51am
Thornley Campgrounds remain closed to Thursday 30 May 2024 while the roads are being upgraded.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Mon 22 Apr 2024, 8.00am to Mon 22 Jul 2024, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 8 May 2024, 11.53am
Roadworks will be underway within the Murrumbidgee Valley National and Regional Parks.
The roads may be uneven and slippery during this time.
Drive safely and follow the directions of roadwork signs and NPWS staff.
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Applies from Tue 16 Apr 2024, 12.43pm to Fri 29 Nov 2024, 12.45pm. Last reviewed: Tue 16 Apr 2024, 12.49pm
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:
There are Gas BBQs provided at the Rock NR.
For more information, contact Tumut NPWS on (02) 6947 7000.
or
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 Mon 8 Apr 2024, 4.36pm. Last reviewed: Tue 9 Apr 2024, 11.59am
Millewa River Road is CLOSED from the entrance at Millewa Road intersection to Clay Island Road intersection due to "Black & White" Bridge being unsafe for vehicles.
A detour is in place to direct traffic along Fisherman's Bend road to the east for access to the Murray Valley National Park and the Murray River.
Please follow signage as penalties do apply.
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Applies from Fri 18 Aug 2023, 1.34pm to Fri 26 Jul 2024, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 3 May 2024, 3.20pm
The following campgrounds will be CLOSED until further notice, due to flood damage.
If you are unsure of where these campgrounds are, please refer to the campground maps provided when booking online.
Flood damage includes, eroded river banks, washouts and sinkholes making it hard to access the campgrounds and unsafe to camp.
These areas will re-open as soon as they are safe. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
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Applies from Tue 26 Sep 2023, 12.56pm. Last reviewed: Wed 8 May 2024, 1.19pm
Woolpress Bend campgrounds are closed due to flood damage to access roads.
This closure will be in effect for several more months. For more information contact the local park office.
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Applies from Fri 3 Nov 2023, 1.07pm. Last reviewed: Sat 9 Mar 2024, 11.24am
As a safety precaution the Whymoul precinct campgrounds in the Murray Valley National Park are closed due to recent wet weather and flooding.
Remember, it’s never safe to drive, ride or walk through flood waters, so you’ll need to reschedule your visit and avoid travel through areas in this park. Check Live Traffic NSW for up-to-date information about road closures. 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 more information, contact the Griffith park office on 02 6966 8100.
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Applies from Wed 14 Feb 2024, 8.00am to Tue 13 Aug 2024, 7.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 9 Feb 2024, 5.01pm
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program from 14 February 2024 to 13 August 2024. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of feral foxes.
The program will take place in Oolambeyan National Park.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise impact of foxes 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 Griffith NPWS area office for more information on (02) 6966 8100.
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Applies from Wed 17 Jan 2024, 9.36am to Sun 30 Jun 2024, 9.37am. Last reviewed: Tue 23 Apr 2024, 7.43am
The bridge at Murphy's Crossing on Toupna Crossing Rd in the Millewa precinct is CLOSED. There is a detour in place, please obey signage.
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Applies from Thu 30 Nov 2023, 12.38pm. Last reviewed: Thu 9 May 2024, 8.58am
The following areas are still closed due to previous flood impacts in areas:
* Kira / Leaves Campground
* Pana / Ring-tailed Possum Campground
* Deniliquin mountain bike trails
Willoughby's Beach Campground remains OPEN.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office.
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Applies from Thu 14 Dec 2023, 3.01pm. Last reviewed: Wed 8 May 2024, 1.19pm
There is currently an AMBER alert for potentially toxic blue-green algae on Yanga Lake. At amber alert levels blue-green algae may be multiplying in numbers. The water may have a green tinge and musty or organic odour. The water should be considered as unsuitable for potable use and alternative supplies or prior treatment of raw water for domestic purposes should be considered. The water may also be unsuitable for stock watering. The water remains suitable for recreational use, however algal concentrations can change rapidly. Water users should use caution and avoid water where signs of blue-green algae present. For more information visit the Water NSW website https://www.waternsw.com.au/water-services/water-quality/algae-alerts
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Applies from Wed 7 Jul 2021, 11.36am. Last reviewed: Mon 15 Apr 2024, 9.45am
Walking track upgrade work at Jacks Creek has been completed, and the walking track has reopened to visitors. Lookouts remain closed due to dangerous cliff edges. Please stay on the formed walking track and obey all signs.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the Griffith NPWS office on (02) 6966 8100.
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Applies from Wed 23 Aug 2023, 1.45pm to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 1.47pm. Last reviewed: Wed 28 Feb 2024, 1.54pm
There is a Substantial risk of unexploded ordinances (UXO) within Livingstone National Park.
There is signage erected at all entrances to the risk area.
If you are driving, bushwalking or mountain biking in the area, you must keep to the formed trails within the UXO risk area. No camping or digging of any kind is permitted within the risk area.
For more information, contact the NPWS Tumut area office on 02 6947 7000.
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Applies from Wed 6 Jan 2021, 12.37pm. Last reviewed: Mon 6 May 2024, 10.26am
There are a number of restrictions on visitation and access by the general public to Yathong, Nombinnie and Round Hill Nature Reserves and Nombinnie State Conservation Area.
For further information contact the NPWS Central West area, Bathurst office on 02 6332 7640.
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For the latest updates on fires, closures and other alerts in this area, see https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/visit-a-park/parks/murrumbidgee-valley-regional-park/local-alerts
Murrumbidgee Valley Regional Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.
For the latest information on wildfires in your area please contact the NSW Rural Fire Service.
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