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Paroo-Darling National Park

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Last reviewed: Mon 6 March 2023, 12.24pm

Applies from Thu 23 Dec 2021, 4.01pm. Last reviewed: Mon 6 Mar 2023, 12.24pm.

Closed areas: Coach and Horses campground closed due to flooding

Coach and Horses campground is closed indefinitely due to flooding of the Darling River below Louth and Tilpa. The campground is expected to remain closed until the end of April 2023.  The closure will be updated as conditions change. 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further updates please contact the NPWS Broken Hill office on 08 8084 2880.

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Applies from Thu 25 Sep 2014, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 3 Feb 2023, 12.33pm.

Fire bans: Park fire ban

There is a 'no solid fuel fire policy' in this park all year round. This park fire ban will remain in effect unless otherwise extended or removed. 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. To find out more about fire bans in parks and reserves, including your responsibilities, visit NSW National Parks safety page.

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Applies from Thu 22 Dec 2022, 4.27pm to Fri 31 Mar 2023, 4.28pm. Last reviewed: Tue 28 Mar 2023, 1.45pm

Fire bans: Solid Fuel Fire Ban begins in Riverina Area Reserves

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.

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Applies from Wed 22 Mar 2023, 5.22pm. Last reviewed: Fri 24 Mar 2023, 4.13pm

Fires - Advice: Irymple Fire - Yathong Nature Reserve

There is a fire in this park called Irymple Fire - Yathong Nature Reserve. 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 Sun 26 Mar 2023, 7.00am to Sat 1 Apr 2023, 8.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 9 Mar 2023, 7.42pm

Closed parks: Park closed for aerial pest control operation

Yathong Nature Reserve is closed from 7:00am, Sunday 26 March to 8:00pm, Saturday 1 April 2023 for an aerial pest control operation. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Dubbo NPWS office on 02 6841 7100 or the Bathurst NPWS office on 02 6332 7640

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Applies from Sun 26 Mar 2023, 7.00am to Sat 1 Apr 2023, 8.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 9 Mar 2023, 7.41pm

Closed parks: Park closed for aerial pest control operation

Round Hill Nature Reserve is closed from 7:00am, Sunday 26 March to 8:00pm, Saturday 1 April 2023 for an aerial pest control operation. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Dubbo NPWS office on 02 6841 7100 or the Bathurst NPWS office on 02 6332 7640

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Applies from Sun 26 Mar 2023, 7.00am to Sat 1 Apr 2023, 8.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 9 Mar 2023, 7.40pm

Closed parks: Park closed for aerial pest control operation

Nombinnie State Conservation Area is closed from 7:00am, Sunday 26 March to 8:00pm, Saturday 1 April 2023 for an aerial pest control operation. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Dubbo NPWS office on 02 6841 7100 or the Bathurst NPWS office on 02 6332 7640

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Applies from Sun 26 Mar 2023, 7.00am to Sat 1 Apr 2023, 8.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 9 Mar 2023, 7.38pm

Closed parks: Park closed for aerial pest control operation

Nombinnie Nature Reserve is closed from 7:00am, Sunday 26 March to 8:00pm, Saturday 1 April 2023 for an aerial pest control operation. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Dubbo NPWS office on 02 6841 7100 or the Bathurst NPWS office on 02 6332 7640

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Applies from Wed 8 Feb 2023, 12.54pm. Last reviewed: Wed 8 Mar 2023, 11.09am

Closed areas: Emu Lake campground is closed due to flood damage

Emu Lake campground is closed due to flood damage and will remain closed until the end of April 2023. This notice will be updated as conditions change.  For further information please contact the Broken Hill NPWS office on 08 8084 2880.

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Applies from Mon 19 Sep 2022, 3.09pm. Last reviewed: Wed 8 Mar 2023, 11.03am

Closed areas: Old Kinchega Homestead Ruins and Billabong walk are inaccessible due to flooding

Old Kinchega Homestead Ruins and Billabong walk are inaccessible due to floodwaters of the Darling River. It is anticipated that these will remain closed until the end of April or when conditions change.  For further information please call the Broken Hill NPWS office on 08 8084 2880.

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Applies from Mon 10 Jan 2022, 1.16pm. Last reviewed: Wed 8 Mar 2023, 10.57am

Closed areas: Emu Lake Drive closed indefinitely for maintenance

Emu Lake Drive is closed indefinitely due to ongoing maintenance.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information please contact the NPWS Broken Hill office on 08 8084 2880.

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Applies from Thu 1 Dec 2022, 4.31pm to Fri 31 Mar 2023, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Tue 7 Mar 2023, 1.00pm

Fire bans: Park fire ban (solid fuel) - Koonaburra National Park

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. For further information please call the Bathurst Central West Area office on 02 6332 7640

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Applies from Tue 3 Jan 2023, 12.35pm to Fri 31 Mar 2023, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Tue 7 Mar 2023, 12.59pm

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. For further information please call the Dubbo Central West Area office on 02 6841 7100

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Applies from Thu 5 May 2022, 3.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 6 Mar 2023, 12.21pm

Closed areas: Darling River Campground is closed due to river flooding

Darling River Campground and River Drive are currently closed due to rising floodwaters of the Darling River.  Anticipated closure to the end of April 2023.   Closure will be updated as conditions change.  For more information please call the NPWS Broken Hill office on 08 8084 2880.

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Applies from Mon 31 Oct 2022, 11.59pm to Fri 31 Mar 2023, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Mon 6 Mar 2023, 12.18pm

Fire bans: Park fire ban

A park fire ban is in place in this park and remains in effect from midnight Monday 31 October 2022 to midnight Friday 31 March 2023.  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.

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Applies from Tue 22 Nov 2022, 9.10am. Last reviewed: Thu 2 Mar 2023, 10.53am

Closed areas: Closed access road into Kinchega National Park

The Little Menindee Creek Road access road (Low Road) has been damaged by floodwater and is closed.

For further information please contact the NPWS Broken Hill office on 08 8084 2880.

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Applies from Fri 11 Nov 2022, 11.59am to Sun 30 Apr 2023, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Fri 24 Mar 2023, 10.38am

Closed parks: Willandra National Park closed – flooding

Willandra National Park is closed from Monday 24 October 2022 until further notice due to flooding and damage to the Willandra Creek crossing. This closure includes roofed accommodation, campgrounds and all park roads. Penalties apply for non-compliance.

Remember, it’s never safe to drive, ride or walk through flood waters. Unsealed roads within Carrathool Shire are dry weather roads only. 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).

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Applies from Mon 12 Dec 2022, 6.00am to Fri 31 Mar 2023, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Fri 24 Mar 2023, 9.31am

Other planned events: Fire ban: Park fire ban

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.

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Applies from Fri 10 Feb 2017, 12.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 20 Feb 2023, 9.25am

Fire bans: Solid fuel fire ban for Sturt National Park

There is a 'no solid fuel fire policy' in this park all year round. This park fire ban will remain in effect unless otherwise extended or removed. 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. To find out more about fire bans in parks and reserves, including your responsibilities, visit NSW National Parks safety page.

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Applies from Wed 6 Jan 2021, 12.37pm. Last reviewed: Wed 8 Mar 2023, 10.51am

Other incidents: Visitation restrictions

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. 

  • These reserves are not available for overnight camping or hiking. Visitation is restricted to day visits only.
  • Vehicle access is restricted to the public roads passing through or adjoining the reserves. Management trails are closed to vehicles. However you are welcome to walk on the trails.
  • Bird watchers are welcome to walk into the reserves and along management trails. However take care to make sure you can navigate back to your car - it is easy to get disorientated in mallee country.
  • Trips to Round Hill Nature Reserve by bird watching clubs can be done by prior arrangement.
  • There are a number of scientific research programs happening in the reserves and visitors should not disturb any field equipment if they come across it.
  • The reserves are closed periodically to allow management programs to be undertaken. Please check the website for closures prior to visits.

For further information contact the NPWS Central West area, Bathurst office on 02 6332 7640.

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Local alerts

For the latest updates on fires, closures and other alerts in this area, see https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/visit-a-park/parks/paroo-darling-national-park/local-alerts

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