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Applies from Fri 12 Dec 2025, 3.34pm. Last reviewed: Thu 18 Jun 2026, 4.47pm
Closed areas: Heaton Road Access from Watagans Road Closed Due to Landslip and Rockfall
Heaton Road Access from Watagans Road is closed as it is no longer suitable for 2WD or 4WD vehicles due to risk of landslip and rockfall. This affects access from Watagans National Park to Quorrobolong. The nearest alternative access to the park is still possible via Mount Faulk Road from Cooranbong.
Penalties apply for non-compliance.
For further information, please contact NPWS Munmorah office on (02) 4972 9000.
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Applies from Wed 3 Jun 2026, 9.31am. Last reviewed: Thu 18 Jun 2026, 4.28pm
Closed areas: Ramsar Road Ash Island
Ramsar Road, Schoolhouse Road, Milhams Road Ash Island in Hunter Wetlands National Park will be closed intermittently due to Vegetation Works from Wednesday 3rd June to Wednesday 30th June 2026.
Traffic Control will be in place.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office. (02) 4946 4100
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Applies from Tue 16 Jun 2026, 9.35am to Tue 14 Jul 2026, 4.16pm. Last reviewed: Wed 17 Jun 2026, 9.42am
Closed areas: Trails closed Werakata National Park for Maintenance Work
Trails closed - Tomalpin Trail, Swamp Creek Trail, Willai Trail, Waterline Trail, and Elerington Trail from Tuesday 16 June 2026 – Tuesday 14 July 2026 maintenance work being carried out. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information, contact the local NPWS office on (02)4946 4100
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Applies from Wed 17 Jun 2026, 6.00am to Fri 19 Jun 2026, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 16 Jun 2026, 3.48pm
Other planned events: Maintenance works on Western Commission Trail
Roadworks will be underway on the Western Commission Trail between Wisemans Ferry Road and the Wat Buddha Dhamma from Wednesday 17 June to Friday 19 June 2026. Exercise caution and follow the directions of roadwork signs and NPWS staff.
For more information, contact the Wollemi Yengo area office on 02 6574 5555.
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Applies from Mon 18 May 2026, 7.00am to Tue 30 Jun 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 17 Jun 2026, 9.20am
Closed areas: Hickson (Merewether) Gliding Pad and Lookout Renewal
NPWS is replacing ageing artificial turf at the Hickson Street gliding pad and lookout to improve safety for pilots and visitors. An additional section of turf will be installed to provide a comfortable viewing area and reduce congestion around launch zone. The work will be staged, with closures of the gliding pad/lookout for the safety of park visitors and contractors. The walking track will remain open, with temporary closures during construction periods, for the safety of visitors.
For more information, contact the local NPWS office (02) 4946 4100.
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Applies from Mon 25 May 2026, 10.00am to Fri 19 Jun 2026, 3.31pm. Last reviewed: Mon 8 Jun 2026, 10.42am
Closed areas: Hilltop Street access to Crackneck Lookout Carpark Closure for Repairs
Hilltop Street, Bateau Bay is undergoing road repairs on both Central Coast Council and National Parks and Wildlife Service tenure. These repairs commenced on 11th May.
The road access to Crackneck Point Lookout and carpark will be closed from 22-24th June 2026 while these repairs are conducted. This date is weather dependant and may change.
Crackneck Point Lookout will still be open to walk to via the Coast Track Walking Track.
Please drive safely and park in appropriate nearby areas if required and follow the directions of roadwork signage and traffic control.
For further information, please call NPWS Central Coast Area on 02 4972 9000 (business hours).
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Applies from Sun 7 Jun 2026, 9.20am to Sun 28 Jun 2026, 9.21am. Last reviewed: Mon 15 Jun 2026, 8.37am
Safety alerts: Worimi Conservation Lands -Beachfront Driving Caution
Visitors are advised to always exercise caution whilst driving on beach front, conditions can change rapidly due to hazardous weather, surf and tides.
Beach front conditions have degraded and some sections of the beach front may not be passable.
- Driving within two hours either side of high tide is not recommended due to increased risk from changing weather and ocean conditions.
- Subject to assessment -Consult website for the most current advice HOME - Worimi Conservation Lands
- If the beach becomes impassable, safely turn around and backtrack along your original route to exit. Do not drive over frontal dunes or vegetation, as this is prohibited and penalties apply.
For further information, please contact the NPWS Hunter Coast Office on (02) 4984 8200
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Applies from Thu 5 Feb 2026, 8.00am to Fri 19 Jun 2026, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 17 Jun 2026, 10.08am
Closed areas: Part Somersby Falls walking track closed for upgrade
Part of Somersby Falls walking track will be closed until 6pm Friday 19 June 2026 for upgrade works.
The closure affects the section of the walking track between the Middle Falls and Bottom Falls.
The walking track to Middle Falls, the picnic area and the carpark will remain open during this time.
Fencing and signage will be in place around the closed area to ensure visitor safety.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS Central Coast Area Office on 02 4320 4200.
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Applies from Thu 4 Jun 2026, 10.36am to Sun 21 Jun 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 12 Jun 2026, 8.54am
Closed areas: Sugarloaf SCA
Vegetation Management on Management Trails within the southern portion of Sugarloaf SCA will be undertaken between Thursday 04/06/2026 to Sunday 21/06/2026.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office. (02) 4946 4100
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Applies from Mon 15 Jun 2026, 7.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 1 Jun 2026, 2.38pm
Closed areas: Hunter Wetlands National Park
Areas within Hunter Wetlands National Park may be intermittently closed from 5pm to 5am between Monday 15th June 2026 to Monday 14th June 2027 for ground shooting for feral animal control.
Areas will be closed by signage.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office 02(4946 4100)
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Applies from Fri 29 May 2026, 11.27am. Last reviewed: Fri 29 May 2026, 11.36am
Safety alerts: Blue Wren Drive, north entry gate will be affected by truck movements
Blue Wren Drive, northern entrance will be affected by truck movements until the end of July. During this time their will be maintenance works carried out within the Depot and Office compound.
Take care and drive safely in this area.
For more information, contact the local NPWS office on (02) 4972 9000.
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Applies from Mon 24 Nov 2025, 7.00am to Fri 3 Jul 2026, 12.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 29 May 2026, 8.53am
Closed areas: Area closed for conservation works
The Devines Hill section of the Old Great North Road is closed from Monday 24 November to Friday 3 July 2026 while conservation works are being undertaken.
The Devines Hill section is from Settlers Road to Shepherds Gully Road. Alternate entry points to the Old Great North Road via Finchs Line and Shepherds Gully Road remain open.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. Signage installed on closed section. For more information, contact the Wollemi - Yengo Area Office - (02) 6574 5555.
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Applies from Mon 25 May 2026, 10.00am to Tue 30 Jun 2026, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 9 Jun 2026, 9.07am
Closed areas: Notice of UAV (Drone) weed spray program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an aerial spraying program from Tuesday 9 June 2026 to Friday 26 June 2026. The operation will use Glyphosate 360 g/L for the control of Bitou bush.
The program is designed to control Bitou bush infestations in remote and inaccessible locations.
The program will take place at Pelican Beach in Wyrrabalong (North) National Park and Moonee Beach in Munmorah State Conservation Area.
NPWS staff will be present and patrolling closed areas during the operation. The following closures will apply when operations are underway:
Wyrrabalong National Park:
Sections of Pelican Beach between Pelican Beach Lookout to Pelican Point.
Munmorah State Conservation Area:
Moonee Beach Fire Trail - beach access points will be closed with access permitted via the walking track steps and the beach to the north of these access locations.
Signs will be placed at the entry to the spray locations and there will be no public access during the spray operation. The spray operation is expected to take 2 to 3 days. The exact dates and times of closures will be subject to favourable weather conditions.
Please contact the local Munmorah NPWS area office for more information on 4972 9000.
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Applies from Thu 1 May 2025, 9.27am to Sat 8 May 2027, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 1 May 2026, 8.51am
Closed areas: The Welcome Mangrove Walk, Ash Island is closed due to damage
The Welcome Mangrove Walk of Ash Island, Hunter Wetlands National Parks is closed due to damage, from Monday 26th August 2025 until further notice.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS Shortland office on 4946 4100.
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Applies from Wed 29 Apr 2026, 8.00am to Mon 27 Jul 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 28 May 2026, 2.14pm
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting a ground baiting program in Hunter Wetlands National Park from 4 May to 25 June 2026.
The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes and wild dogs.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened shorebird species.
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.
For more information contact the Lower Hunter Area NPWS office on 4946 4100.
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Applies from Wed 22 Apr 2026, 3.31pm to Wed 1 Jul 2026, 3.33pm. Last reviewed: Wed 17 Jun 2026, 9.22am
Closed areas: Somersby NPWS Office Temporarily Closed
The National Parks office at Somersby will be closed to the public from 22nd April for approximately 10 weeks while construction works are underway. Customer enquiries can still be made by phone or by visiting our Lake Munmorah office at 1 Blue Wren Dr, Wybung NSW 2259.
For further information please contact Central Coast Area Office on 4320 4200 and 4972 9000.
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Applies from Sat 11 Apr 2026, 1.29pm. Last reviewed: Sat 13 Jun 2026, 2.27pm
Safety alerts: Road Maintenance
Fire trail maintenance works are undertaken periodically, at various locations throughout Watagans National Park. Partial and intermittent closures should be expected. Please follow the directions of any construction staff onsite and safety signage.
Take care and drive to conditions.
For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 4972 9000
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Applies from Mon 20 Apr 2026, 10.00am to Tue 30 Jun 2026, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 12 Jun 2026, 9.05am
Closed areas: Heath Track Closed
Heath Track closed for maintenance work from Monday 20th April 2026 till Tuesday 30th June 2026. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office (02) 4946 4100.
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Applies from Tue 8 Apr 2025, 12.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 10 Apr 2026, 9.43am
Closed areas: Partial closure Piles Creek Loop Walking Track
Part of Piles Creek Loop Walking Track will be closed while rockfall investigations and mitigation works are undertaken.
The closed area is between the suspension bridge and Bundilla Lookout on the western side of Piles Creek.
Areas that will remain open are:
- Piles Creek Loop Walking Track on the eastern side of Piles Creek
- Access to the Great North Walk from Girrakool Picnic Area
- Bundilla Lookout
Barriers and signage are in place around the closed area.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 4320 4200.
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Applies from Mon 16 Feb 2026, 6.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 17 Jun 2026, 10.08am
Other planned events: Notice of fire trail maintenance works - Pearl Beach to Patonga Fire Trail
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service are undertaking fire trail maintenance works on the Pearl Beach to Patonga Fire Trail.
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Maintenance will repair damaged surfaces, drainage assets and essential trail infrastructure, as well as maintain vegetation clearances.
The trail will remain open throughout the works, though short delays may occur. Please follow all safety signage and directions from roadwork personnel.
For more information, contact the Central Coast Area Office on 02 4320 4200.
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Applies from Thu 3 Jul 2025, 11.38am. Last reviewed: Tue 2 Jun 2026, 2.33pm
Closed areas: Click Creek Fire Trail closed due to road conditions
Click Creek Fire Trail is temporarily closed as it is not suitable for 2WD or 4WD vehicles. The area will reopen as soon as it is considered safe. To prevent further damage to the road and to protect visitor safety, please avoid these areas and other trails within the reserve that are potentially hazardous.
Penalties apply for non-compliance.
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Applies from Wed 24 Sep 2025, 2.26pm. Last reviewed: Sun 29 Mar 2026, 8.47am
Safety alerts: Road Maintenance
Fire trail maintenance works are undertaken periodically, at various locations throughout Jilliby State Conservation Area. Partial and intermittent closures should be expected. Please follow the directions of any construction staff onsite and safety signage.
Take care and drive to conditions.
For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 49729000
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Applies from Thu 4 Sep 2025, 3.10pm to Tue 30 Jun 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 20 Apr 2026, 9.34am
Closed areas: Tomago precinct: intermittent closures for feral animal control (ground shooting)
On selected nights between 4 September 2025 and 30 June 2026, the Tomago precinct of Hunter Wetlands National Park will be closed for ground shooting operations targeting feral deer. When operations are active, affected areas will be signposted “Do not enter.”
Other feral animals, including rabbits and foxes, will be targeted if observed during the operations.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office on 02 4946 4100 or email npws.lowerhunter@environment.nsw.gov.au.
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Applies from Sun 31 Aug 2025, 4.52pm to Tue 30 Jun 2026, 4.53pm. Last reviewed: Mon 25 May 2026, 9.43am
Safety alerts: Yuelarbah Walking Track - Surface damage, proceed with caution
Sections of Yuelarbah Walking Track are subject to surface damage due to the recent wet weather. The trail is muddy and slippery. Take care and proceed with caution.
For more information, contact the Lower Hunter Area Office 02 4946 4100.
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Applies from Fri 19 Jul 2024, 10.21am to Tue 30 Jun 2026, 10.21am. Last reviewed: Mon 4 May 2026, 9.09am
Closed areas: Gap Creek Forest Walk partially closed due to rockfall risk
Gap Creek Forest Walk is part closed due to the risk of landslip and rockfall.
Penalties apply for non-compliance.
For more information, contact NPWS Central Coast office on 02 4972 9000
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Applies from Fri 25 Jul 2025, 5.26pm. Last reviewed: Fri 25 Jul 2025, 5.28pm
Closed areas: Closed areas: Werakata State Conservation Area partial closure for ground shooting for feral animal control
Small areas within Werakata State Conservation Area may be intermittently closed from 5pm to 5am between Monday 21 July 2025 to Friday 11 September 2026 for ground shooting for feral animal control.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office.
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Applies from Mon 21 Jul 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Sun 24 May 2026, 3.47pm
Closed areas: Werakata National Park partial closure for ground shooting for feral animal control
Small areas within Werakata National Park may be intermittently closed from 5pm to 5am between Monday 21 July 2025 to Friday 11 September 2026 for ground shooting for feral animal control.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office.
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Applies from Tue 28 Jan 2025, 9.22am to Wed 7 Apr 2027, 9.23am. Last reviewed: Mon 11 May 2026, 10.56am
Closed areas: Pink Caves - closed to the public
Pink Caves are closed to visitors because they are extremely unsafe to visit.
The caves are filled with water at high tide. Even at low tide they can be dangerous, as the ocean swell sends unpredictable waves sweeping into the caves and across the rock shelf. Sudden rogue waves can cause serious injury and may drag visitors across the rocks or out to sea.
There is no lifeguard service in this area and access for emergency services is limited. There’s no approved walking track to this location. Access to the caves involves walking over a rock shelf which is slippery, uneven and dangerous.
Visitors should take care when traversing all rock shelves and coastal areas located within Munmorah State Conservation Area.
For further information call the NPWS Local Area office on 02 4972 9000.
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Applies from Mon 7 Nov 2022, 3.08pm. Last reviewed: Tue 17 Mar 2026, 8.32am
Closed areas: Timber Beach and Timber Beach walking track are CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC
Timber Beach walking track is permanently CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC. This area has high coastal risks and is extremely hazardous. This closure is in place to keep the public safe.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information, please contact the local NPWS office on 49729000
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Applies from Wed 8 Mar 2023, 9.09am. Last reviewed: Sun 17 May 2026, 4.00pm
Closed areas: Muirs Lookout Picnic Area - Closed
Muirs Lookout Picnic Area on Prickly Ridge Road has been closed due to ageing infrastructure, obstructed lookout views to the coast and very low public visitation. Alternative picnic facilities are located nearby in Olney State Forest and Watagans National Park. Further information on other places to visit can be obtained via the NPWS or Forestry Corporation websites.
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Applies from Tue 21 May 2024, 11.41am. Last reviewed: Wed 17 Jun 2026, 10.08am
Closed areas: Warrah Trig Road closed to vehicles
Warrah Trig Road is closed to vehicles due to an increase in illegal activities throughout the area.
The road will remain closed until investigations are completed and further recommendations are made.
The road is open to pedestrians and cyclists.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Thu 29 Feb 2024, 11.44am. Last reviewed: Tue 9 Jun 2026, 9.07am
Other planned events: Temporary access closures to trails at Middle Camp - Catherine Hill Bay - Munmorah State Conservation Area for external developer construction works.
Middle Camp DA/2238/2017 - has begun works in the Catherine Hill Bay area adjacent to lands managed by Munmorah State Conservation Area. These works due to the location now has temporary closures to access trails for Munmorah SCA. This is necessary for the contractor managing this development in order to maintain a safe construction site and public safety.
NPWS apologises for the inconvenience and are unable to provide alternate access.
This temporary closure affects:
- Collier fire trail
- Powerline fire trail and
- Middle Camp fire trail
Please be advised that these closures will not stop access to fire vehicles in emergencies and does not cause a safety concern.
For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 4972 9000.
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Applies from Wed 13 Apr 2022, 10.37am. Last reviewed: Sun 17 May 2026, 4.00pm
Safety alerts: Prickly Ridge Road 4WD only
The section of Prickly Ridge Road between Watagan Forest Road and Cut-Rock Road is suitable for 4WD vehicles only.
To prevent further damage to the road and to protect visitor safety, please avoid this area and other trails in the reserve that are still slippery and potentially hazardous.
For further information, please contact the Central Coast Area Office at Lake Munmorah on 02 4972 9000.
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Applies from Tue 7 Oct 2014, 1.53pm to Thu 7 Oct 2027, 11.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 22 Apr 2026, 9.27am
Closed areas: Parts of Sugarloaf State Conservation Area closed
Parts of Sugarloaf State Conservation Area are closed for approved underground mining operations. The affected areas (see map) have been closed to protect visitor safety, because they're subject to subsidence and remediation activities from the mining operations.
Great North walk remains open. An update will be provided should this situation change.
If you're visiting the park, please be aware of subsidence and pollution incidents that took place in 2013, which were greater than what was expected from normal mining operations. These included a cliff fall in the north, and a subsidence and grout leak incident in the central part of Sugarloaf State Conservation Area.
If you're planning to visit the park during this time, please stay on formed tracks and trails and observe all barriers, warning signs and safety messages. Areas subject to possible cliff fall or subsidence in both areas of the park are clearly marked.
For more information, call the NPWS Lower Hunter area office on 02 4946 4100. NSW National Parks safety page.
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Applies from Wed 3 Aug 2022, 10.43am. Last reviewed: Mon 11 May 2026, 8.33am
Safety alerts: Rock fishing safety
Rock fishing is a popular activity for many national park visitors and your safety whilst fishing is important. Parts of the NSW Central Coast are a declared high risk area due to large swells and hazardous surf conditions. In these high risk areas under the NSW Rock Fishing Safety Act 2016, you are required by law to wear an appropriate life jacket. This includes children and anyone helping you fish. This is regulated by NSW Fisheries and poses an on the spot $100 fine if non-compliant.
Before rock fishing you should always:
Stay safe, always watch the local conditions, never turn your back on the ocean and never fish alone.
If you’re in doubt don’t go out.
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Applies from Wed 3 Aug 2022, 12.57pm. Last reviewed: Mon 11 May 2026, 8.32am
Safety alerts: Rock fishing safety
Rock fishing is a popular activity for many national park visitors and your safety whilst fishing is important. Parts of the NSW Central Coast are a declared high risk area due to large swells and hazardous surf conditions. In these high risk areas under the NSW Rock Fishing Safety Act 2016, you are required by law to wear an appropriate life jacket. This includes children and anyone helping you fish. This is regulated by NSW Fisheries and poses an on the spot $100 fine if non-compliant.
Before rock fishing you should always:
Stay safe, always watch the local conditions, never turn your back on the ocean and never fish alone.
If you’re in doubt don’t go out.
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