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Last reviewed: Mon 21 June 2021, 8.03pm
Applies from Sun 16 May 2021, 9.45am. Last reviewed: Mon 21 Jun 2021, 8.03pm.
The toilet at Cedar Park has been damaged by a fallen tree and is out of order. NPWS are working towards a replacement and there are no other toilet facilities available at the picnic area.
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Applies from Thu 19 May 2022, 4.28pm. Last reviewed: Thu 19 May 2022, 5.09pm
Gap Beach Road is currently closed to all public vehicle access due to the poor road condition following recent persistent rain events.
This road will re-open when it is safe to do so.
Penalties apply for non-compliance with this closure. For more information, please contact the local office on 02 6561 6700.
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Applies from Fri 13 May 2022, 2.05pm to Sun 31 Jul 2022, 2.31pm. Last reviewed: Fri 13 May 2022, 2.39pm
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an aerial and ground baiting program in this park from Sunday 23 May to Sunday 31 July 2022.
The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and 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 Armidale NPWS area office for more information on 67389100.
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Applies from Fri 13 May 2022, 1.19pm to Mon 30 May 2022, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 13 May 2022, 1.39pm
The area has experienced widespread heavy rain. Please drive to conditions and be aware roads and crossing may become flooded or damaged. For the latest advice on road closures visit the Live traffic website and continuously check for park closures.
For assistance during severe weather visit the NSW SES website. In life-threatening situations call emergency services on Triple Zero (000).
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Applies from Mon 16 May 2022, 12.00am to Sun 22 May 2022, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Fri 13 May 2022, 12.40pm
East Kunderang Homestead is closed from Monday 16 May to midnight, Sunday 22 May 2022 for weed control and due to hazardous road conditions.
For further information, please contact the local NPWS office on 02 6738 9100, or the Walcha office on 02 6777 4700.
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Applies from Fri 13 May 2022, 9.30am to Sun 22 May 2022, 11.28pm. Last reviewed: Fri 13 May 2022, 12.40pm
Halls Peak campground and picnic area are closed until midnight, Sunday 22 May 2022 due to rainfall and hazardous road conditions.
For further information, contact the local NPWS office in Armidale on 02 6738 9100, or the Walcha office on 02 6777 4700.
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Applies from Fri 8 Apr 2022, 10.54am to Wed 31 Aug 2022, 11.15am. Last reviewed: Fri 13 May 2022, 11.45am
NPWS is undertaking upgrades to Eagles Nest walking track and the two Point lookout platforms. Works are scheduled to commence on Monday 2 May 2022 and are planned for completion by October 2022, weather permitting.
During construction, the following areas will be closed for public safety:
Park visitors will be able to access one of the lookout platforms, and all other walking tracks at Point lookout.
For further information please contact Coffs Coast Area on 02 6652 0900.
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Applies from Thu 5 May 2022, 9.57am to Thu 30 Jun 2022, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Mon 9 May 2022, 12.08pm
While Raspberry Road is open, it is currently wet, rutted and slippery due to recent rainfall. Please exercise caution and drive safely.
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Applies from Mon 16 May 2022, 3.31pm to Fri 27 May 2022, 3.31pm. Last reviewed: Thu 5 May 2022, 4.19pm
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be spraying bitou bush by helicopter between 16th and 27th May 2022. Some beaches, headlands, roads and walking tracks in Hat Head NP, Goolawah NP and Limeburners NP will be temporarily closed during the helicopter operation for public safety.
The program is expected to take approximately 4 days to complete with suitable weather conditions. Temporary closures will occur on the day of spraying and NPWS staff will be present during the operation. Please ensure you adhere to all warning signs and directions of NPWS staff.
Please contact the local NPWS Macleay Office for more information on (02) 6561 6700.
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Applies from Thu 7 Apr 2022, 2.51pm. Last reviewed: Thu 5 May 2022, 4.24pm
The following areas are closed until 1 July 2022 due to severe erosion damage to enable repairs to be undertaken:
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 Coffs Coast area office on 02 6652 0900.
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Applies from Thu 7 Apr 2022, 9.08am. Last reviewed: Mon 16 May 2022, 1.10pm
The following areas are closed until Friday 1 July 2022 due to severe storms and flooding and damage to park infrastructure:
Thungutti campground, The Residence, The Chalet and Toms Cabin are all open.
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 NPWS Coffs Coast area office on 02 6652 0900.
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Applies from Wed 30 Mar 2022, 9.15am. Last reviewed: Mon 16 May 2022, 1.10pm
Most national parks and reserves in the Coffs Coast area are closed until at least Friday 1 July 2022 due to widespread flooding and severe weather as risk assessments and repairs are undertaken.
Access to hard-roofed accommodation on-park remain open.
Access to campgrounds at Doon Goonge in Chaelundi National Park and Thungutti campgrounds in New England National Park have are open.
As parks, roads and other facilities are assessed as safe, they will be reopened. This closure may be extended and any extension will be posted as soon as possible.
Remember, it’s never safe to drive, ride or walk through flood waters. Roads into and throughout the park are / may also be closed. Check Live Traffic NSW for up-to-date information and contact the local park office.
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, call the NPWS Coffs Coast area office on 02 6652 0900 with any queries.
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Applies from Mon 2 May 2022, 3.19pm to Sat 28 May 2022, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 3 May 2022, 10.08am
The following areas are closed from Monday 2 May to 10am Saturday 28 May 2022 due to construction:
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office Walcha on 02 6777 4700 or Armidale 02 6738 9100.
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Applies from Mon 2 May 2022, 2.30pm. Last reviewed: Mon 2 May 2022, 2.38pm
Southern sections of the New England National Park are closed due to flood event impacts. Hickeys Creek Road and West End Road are closed until further notice.
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Applies from Thu 28 Apr 2022, 10.12am to Sun 31 Jul 2022, 10.12am. Last reviewed: Thu 28 Apr 2022, 1.44pm
Cockerawombeeba Road/Trail is closed until further notice due to extensive flood damage.
There is no access from Plateau Beech Campground south through to Forbes River Road.
The road will re-open once the Forestry Corporation completes repairs.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the local office on 02 6588 5555.
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Applies from Mon 4 Apr 2022, 3.46pm to Wed 31 Aug 2022, 3.47pm. Last reviewed: Mon 16 May 2022, 1.35pm
This park is closed until Wednesday 31 August 2022 date due to widespread flood damage.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Mon 4 Apr 2022, 3.44pm to Sun 31 Jul 2022, 3.45pm. Last reviewed: Fri 6 May 2022, 9.12am
This park is closed until Wednesday 31 August 2022 due to widespread flood damage.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Thu 18 Mar 2021, 8.45am. Last reviewed: Tue 9 Nov 2021, 3.48pm
The Bellinger River catchment has experienced above average rainfall over the past few months and river levels can rise quickly with rain. River crossings on the Wilderness Walk become extremely dangerous when river levels rise and walkers may become stranded.
Do not do the walk during periods of high river levels or forecast rainfall.
Check the Bureau of Meteorology for river levels and rainfall before setting off.
For more information, contact the NPWS Coffs Cast office on phone 02 6652 0900.
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Applies from Sun 16 May 2021, 9.45am. Last reviewed: Mon 21 Jun 2021, 8.03pm
The toilet at Cedar Park has been damaged by a fallen tree and is out of order. NPWS are working towards a replacement and there are no other toilet facilities available at the picnic area.
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Applies from Fri 12 Mar 2021, 12.58pm to Thu 30 Jun 2022, 1.04pm. Last reviewed: Mon 15 Mar 2021, 11.38am
Access to Yessabah Nature Reserve is permanently closed to unauthorised personnel. The former quarry area has limestone rock faces that are unstable and prone to rock fall. Other areas of the reserve are geologically unstable.
Do not access this park. For further information call the NPWS Macleay area office on 02 6561 6711.
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Applies from Mon 1 Mar 2021, 11.38am. Last reviewed: Mon 1 Mar 2021, 12.04pm
Access to Mermaid Pools is permanently closed including for swimming. Sudden large swells and tides create major waves that wash over the rocks and pools.
Do not access this area. The severe conditions at this site have caused a number of significant injuries and deaths in the past.
Mermaid Pools have never been a designated visitor site due to the extreme nature of the surf and tides at this location. There is no approved public access walking track to Mermaid Pools.
For further information call the NPWS Verges Creek area office on 02 6561 6700.
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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/ngambaa-nature-reserve/local-alerts
Ngambaa Nature Reserve 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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