Current alerts in this area
Last reviewed: Fri 30 August 2024, 3.29pm
Applies from Mon 9 Sep 2024, 3.09pm
to Tue 17 Sep 2024, 3.13pm.
Last reviewed: Fri 30 Aug 2024, 3.29pm.
Closed parks: park closed for aerial pest control program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an aerial baiting program in Oolambeyan National Park from Monday 9 September to Tuesday 17 September 2024.
The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species.
Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location. Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW national parks. 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 Riverina area office for more information on 02 6966 8100.
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Applies from Wed 14 Aug 2024, 8.11am.
Last reviewed: Wed 14 Aug 2024, 8.25am.
Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 program in Oolambeyan NP
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program from 14 August 2024 to 13 February 2025. 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 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. 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 Sat 14 Sep 2024, 3.41pm. Last reviewed: Sat 14 Sep 2024, 4.03pm
Closed areas: temporary closure of 7 campgrounds - Murray Valley National Park Whymoul precinct
The following campgrounds in Murray Valley National Park Whymoul precinct are closed to allow tree safety work to be completed:
Pembengguk-Children campground
Wulma-Old campground
Doodledoo campground
Three Whistlers campground
Chickowee campground
Pandalang-Whistling Kite campground
Trappers campground
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Applies from Mon 9 Sep 2024, 7.00am to Tue 17 Sep 2024, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Thu 5 Sep 2024, 6.41am
Closed parks: Notice of 1080 aerial baiting operation
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an aerial baiting program in Lachlan Valley National Park (Hunthawang Precinct) from Monday 9 September 2024 to Tuesday 17 September 2024. Hunthawang Precinct will be closed for this operation. The operation will involve the use of meat baits and meat bait products containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes.
The program is designed to minimise predator impact on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise the impact of foxes on neighbouring stock.
Signs will be placed at the entry points to baiting location. 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 must be restrained or muzzled in the vicinity and must not enter the baiting locations. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information please contact the local NPWS area office on 02 6966 8100.
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Applies from Fri 9 Aug 2024, 2.18pm. Last reviewed: Mon 9 Sep 2024, 9.23am
Safety alerts: Sections of Edward River Road, Dudley's, Tin Hut and Quambies Roads in Murray Valley NP (Millewa Precinct) are CLOSED.
Sections of Edward River Road, Dudley's Road, Tin Hut and Quambies Road in Murray Valley National Park (Millewa Precinct) are CLOSED due to water across roads.
Please obey all ROAD CLOSURE signs. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the Riverina Area NPWS office on (02) 6966 8100.
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Applies from Sat 17 Aug 2024, 3.16pm. Last reviewed: Mon 12 Aug 2024, 3.30pm
Closed areas: Murray Valley Campgrounds CLOSED
The following campgrounds have been closed until further notice due to recent wet weather and flooding:
- Millewa campgrounds (Murray Valley National Park) - All campgrounds except 11 sites at Cumalong campgrounds
- Millewa campgrounds (Murray Valley Regional Park) - All campgrounds
- Gulpa Island campgrounds (Murray Valley National Park) - All campgrounds
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 local park office on 02 6966 8100.
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Applies from Mon 5 Aug 2024, 12.50pm. Last reviewed: Mon 5 Aug 2024, 1.00pm
Safety alerts: Toupna Crossing Road (Millewa Precinct - Murray Valley NP) is CLOSED.
Toupna Crossing Road in Murray Valley National Park (Millewa Precinct) is CLOSED between Box Plain Rd and Millewa River Road due to water across the road.
Access to Millewa River Rd is currently via Fishermans Bend Road only.
Please obey all signs. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the Riverina Area NPWS office on (02) 6966 8100.
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Applies from Fri 18 Aug 2023, 1.34pm to Mon 30 Sep 2024, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 29 Aug 2024, 2.19pm
Closed areas: Campgrounds CLOSED
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.
- Benerembah - All campgrounds
- Cuba South - All campgrounds
- MIA 1 - Catfish Corner (eroded bank)
- Uri - All campgrounds
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 Wed 17 Jan 2024, 9.36am. Last reviewed: Fri 26 Jul 2024, 12.10pm
Safety alerts: Toupna Crossing Road - Murphy's Crossing Bridge OUT - Millewa precinct - Murray Valley National Park
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 Wed 7 Jul 2021, 11.36am. Last reviewed: Fri 30 Aug 2024, 3.48pm
Closed areas: Jacks Creek lookout is closed
Lookouts are closed on Jacks Creek walking track.
Lookouts are closed due to dangerous cliff edges. Please stay on the formed walking track and obey all signs and barricades.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the Griffith NPWS office on (02) 6966 8100.
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Applies from Mon 8 Apr 2024, 4.36pm. Last reviewed: Mon 26 Aug 2024, 11.14am
Safety alerts: Bridge Closed - Millewa River Road
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 3 Nov 2023, 1.07pm. Last reviewed: Sat 11 May 2024, 12.03pm
Closed areas: Murray Valley National Park - Whymoul - campgrounds closed
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 Mon 30 Oct 2023, 2.08pm. Last reviewed: Thu 5 Sep 2024, 9.18am
Closed areas: Murray Valley National Park - Moira South Campgrounds CLOSED
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 Thu 30 Nov 2023, 12.38pm. Last reviewed: Thu 5 Sep 2024, 9.16am
Closed areas: Murray Valley Regional Park - Deniliquin Campgrounds
Due to the required roadworks required along River Drive and the maintenance requirements on the mountain bike trails the following areas are still closed:
* 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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