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Applies from Fri 22 Feb 2019, 5.15pm. Last reviewed: Sat 23 Feb 2019, 7.00pm
Fires - Advice: Duffys Lane, Moollattoo
There is a fire in this park called Duffys Lane, Moollattoo. 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 Mon 18 Feb 2019, 4.55pm to Tue 5 Mar 2019, 12.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 18 Feb 2019, 5.22pm
Closed areas: Brooks Plateau closed - hazard reduction burning
Brooks Plateau will be closed due to hazard reduction burning from Tuesday 19 February 2019 for two weeks. For safety reasons, no visitors will be allowed to enter, remain or pass through the area bordered by Tallowa Dam Road and Kangaroo River fire trail to Lake Yarrunga (Kangaroo River). Tallowa Dam Road will remain open.
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 Highlands office 02 4887 8244 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Mon 10 Dec 2018, 6.00am to Sun 31 Mar 2019, 8.41am. Last reviewed: Fri 15 Feb 2019, 11.26am
Fire bans: Park fire ban
A solid fuel fire ban is in place in this park from Monday 10 December, 2018 to Sunday 31 March, 2019, unless otherwise extended. 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 Tue 5 Feb 2019, 1.08pm to Sun 31 Mar 2019, 12.45pm. Last reviewed: Wed 6 Feb 2019, 9.39am
Other planned events: Road maintenance works
Some roads in this park may be closed for short periods for road maintenance. Road grading is taking place on the following roads:
- Blackbutt Road
- Cedar Road
- Goonawarra Drive
Drivers should pay attention to signage, follow directions from staff and drive with caution when passing by the road works.
For more information, please call the NPWS Ulladulla office on 02 4454 9500.
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Applies from Fri 1 Feb 2019, 3.02pm to Sun 30 Jun 2019, 3.02pm. Last reviewed: Thu 24 Jan 2019, 3.48pm
Other planned events: 1080 fox baiting program
A 1080 fox baiting program will occur from Friday 1 February 2019 to Sunday 30 June 2019 in Jervis Bay National Park. The 1080 poison (sodium fluoroacetate) will be buried baits or ejector capsules which are laid on tracks and trails. 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.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information, please call the NPWS Shoalhaven (Nowra) area office during business hours on 02 4428 6300 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Fri 14 Dec 2018, 2.22pm to Fri 29 Mar 2019, 2.17pm. Last reviewed: Mon 14 Jan 2019, 12.11pm
Closed areas: Upper section of Bundanoon Creek walking track temporarily closed
The upper section of Bundanoon Creek walking track, between Fairy Bower walking track and Tooths lookout walking track, is temporarily closed due to potential land slip concerns. Visitors can access Bundanoon Creek via Tooths lookout walking track and lower Bundanoon Creek walking track.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Fitzroy Falls area office on 02 4887 8244 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Fri 14 Dec 2018, 3.50pm to Fri 14 Jun 2019, 3.50pm. Last reviewed: Mon 14 Jan 2019, 12.11pm
Other planned events: 1080 fox and wild dog baiting underway
1080 fox and wild dog baiting program in the Kangaroo Valley, Budgong and Illaroo from Friday 14 December 2018 through to Friday 14 June 2019.
Baits have been placed on private properties, council reserves, NPWS estate, Water NSW estate and vacant Crown land. Areas with 1080 baits are sign-posted with dates and information about the baiting methods.
- Do not touch bait or ejector devices.
- Dog owners should not allow their dogs to wander in these areas because your dog could be poisoned.
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service is conducting the program in these areas to protect the endangered brush-tailed rock-wallaby. Visit the Friends of the Brush-tailed Rock-wallaby website to find out more about them.
For further information please contact Melinda Norton at the NPWS Highlands area office at Fitzroy Falls on (02) 4887 8244.
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Applies from Fri 7 Dec 2018, 2.42pm. Last reviewed: Fri 7 Dec 2018, 3.15pm
Closed areas: Vehicle access changes to Burrill Lake and Giriwa and Gari walking tracks
Vehicle access to Burrill Lake and Giriwa and Gari walking tracks in Meroo National Park has changed. The changes are designed to provide better access to picnic areas and safer use of the walking trails. The changes include:
- The eastern portion of Burrill Lake Drive is closed to vehicles between the highway and the East picnic area.
- Lake Road is closed to vehicles where it follows the foreshore of Burrill Lake - that is, from its junction with Burrill Lake Drive West to the eastern junction with Burrill Lake Drive.
- Vehicle access to Giriwa and Gari walking tracks and picnic areas is via Romney Park Road off the highway, or via Lake Road off Wheelbarrow Road.
The closed sections of road are part of the Giriwa and Gari walking tracks. To ensure public safety, these sections of the tracks will be for use by walkers only, except for management and emergency vehicle access. Visitors can apply for vehicle access for educational, community and other relevant activities by calling the NPWS Ulladulla area office on 02 4454 9500.
For more information call the NPWS Ulladulla area office on 02 4454 9500, or see the Meroo National Park plan of management.
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Applies from Mon 19 Nov 2018, 12.25pm. Last reviewed: Mon 14 Jan 2019, 3.24pm
Closed areas: Bull Hole lookout – no beach access
Beach access from Bull Hole lookout is closed due to a dangerous drop off from the path to the beach.
This closure will remain in place until maintenance works are completed. Any extension will be posted as soon as possible.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Nowra area office on 02 4428 6300 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Sat 3 Nov 2018, 12.24pm. Last reviewed: Mon 12 Nov 2018, 4.04pm
Closed areas: Wattle trail temporary closure
Wattle trail is closed, due to construction works in the Calymea Creek area. The estimated completion date for this work is Monday 10 December 2018.This closure may be extended and any extension will be posted as soon as possible.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Nowra area office on 02 4428 6300 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Wed 24 Oct 2018, 3.11pm. Last reviewed: Mon 26 Nov 2018, 2.48pm
Closed areas: Elephant Road bridge closed
Parts of Elephant Road (Croobyar area, 4km west of Milton) are closed due to bridge damage incurred during the Kingiman wildfire.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact Ulladulla area office on 02 4454 9500 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Tue 25 Sep 2018, 2.51pm. Last reviewed: Tue 25 Sep 2018, 2.52pm
Closed areas: Viewing platform on Durras Lake Discovery trail closed
The viewing platform on Durras Lake Discovery trail in Murramarang National Park has been closed due to structural damage to the platform.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact Depot Beach campground or the NPWS Ulladulla area office on 02 4454 9500 or 02 4478 6582, or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Tue 7 Aug 2018, 4.00pm to Sun 30 Jun 2019, 3.48pm. Last reviewed: Thu 18 Oct 2018, 3.21pm
Safety alerts: Walkers in Bundanoon - take extra care
The walking tracks, steps, staircases and boardwalks to Glow Worm Glen at Bundanoon are ageing and often damp. Visitors, please take extra care.
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Applies from Thu 29 Jun 2017, 12.48pm. Last reviewed: Mon 12 Feb 2018, 9.28am
Closed areas: Access to base of Belmore Falls prohibited
All access is closed permanently from Hindmarsh and Belmore Falls lookout and picnic area down to the base of the Belmore falls due to safety risks. Access is also closed from the causeway to the top of the falls. These access points are prohibited to visitors and penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact NPWS Fitzroy Falls office on (02) 4887 8244 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Tue 28 Feb 2017, 10.24am. Last reviewed: Sat 1 Apr 2017, 5.05pm
Closed areas: Road closures due to erosion
Some areas of this park are closed to vehicles due to erosion. Closed areas are:
- Saltwater trail
- Honeysuckle trail
- Link trail (The trail that links the Christmas Bush trail and the Honeysuckle trail)
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact NPWS Nowra area office on (02) 4428 6300 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Fri 26 Sep 2014, 12.26pm. Last reviewed: Fri 15 Feb 2019, 3.04pm
Closed areas: Tianjara fire trail is closed
The Tianjara fire trail is closed due to environmental damage. The trail is currently impassable. Penalties apply for non-compliance For more information, please contact NPWS Ulladulla on (02) 4454 9500 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Wed 11 Oct 2017, 1.46pm. Last reviewed: Sun 12 Nov 2017, 3.32pm
Other planned events: 1080 wild dog control program
NPWS will be conducting a wild dog control program from October 2017 to October 2018 for wild dogs. The program will include trapping and the use of 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison baits. The program will be undertaken in the Sassafras-Tolwong-Touga area of Morton National Park. Visitors are advised not to touch traps or baits. Please be aware that domestic pets could be affected as 1080 poison is lethal to dogs and cats. Pet owners and landowners must ensure their pets and working dogs do not enter baited reserves. For further information contact the NPWS Nowra area office on (02) 4428 6300 during business hours.
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