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Applies from Fri 28 Nov 2025, 10.32am. Last reviewed: Mon 8 Dec 2025, 6.10pm
Fires - Advice: RAINBOWS END RD, DONDINGALONG
There is a fire in this park called RAINBOWS END RD, DONDINGALONG. 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 Wed 26 Nov 2025, 2.28pm. Last reviewed: Mon 8 Dec 2025, 5.22pm
Fires - Advice: SHORELINE DR, RIVERSIDE
There is a fire in this park called SHORELINE DR, RIVERSIDE. 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 Fri 5 Dec 2025, 12.37pm. Last reviewed: Mon 8 Dec 2025, 5.21pm
Fires - Advice: NEW TOWER RD, SOUTH KEMPSEY
There is a fire in this park called NEW TOWER RD, SOUTH KEMPSEY. 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 8 Dec 2025, 8.58am to Sun 14 Dec 2025, 9.12am. Last reviewed: Thu 4 Dec 2025, 9.15am
Closed areas: Charles Hamey Lookout Road CLOSED for Roadworks
Charles Hamey Lookout Road CLOSED for Roadworks from 08/12/25 to 14/12/25
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Applies from Wed 7 May 2025, 3.03pm. Last reviewed: Mon 1 Dec 2025, 2.28pm
Safety alerts: Road Access to Werrikimbe National Park
Adverse weather conditions have caused damage to access roads leading into Werrikimbe National Park and some sections are accessible only by 4WD vehicles.
- Access via Cockerawombeeba Road is not recommended due to erosion issues off-park. Cockerawombeeba Road is accessible from Hastings Forest Road through to Plateau Beech Campground (within Werrikimbe NP).
- Access via Hastings Forest Road and Forbes Road have eroded sections off-park and 4WD is recommended.
- Visitors should check the depth of waterway crossings before driving vehicles through, particularly at Forbes River crossing on Racecourse Road.
For more information, contact the Port Macquarie NPWS office on (02) 6588 5555.
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Applies from Sat 6 Jul 2024, 4.02pm. Last reviewed: Mon 1 Dec 2025, 2.27pm
Safety alerts: Slippery and eroded walking tracks - Coastal Walk
Recent rain events have resulted in some sections of the Coastal Walk in Sea Acres National Park becoming eroded and slippery. The affected sections are between Miners Beach and the carpark adjacent to the intersection of Lighthouse Road and Matthew Flinders Drive. Walkers proceeding with the walk should exercise caution and wear appropriate footwear.
For more information, contact the local NPWS office on (02) 6588 5555.
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Applies from Wed 19 Nov 2025, 9.17am. Last reviewed: Mon 1 Dec 2025, 12.04pm
Closed areas: Rawson Falls Walking Trail closure
Part of the Rawson Falls Walking Trail remains closed due to extensive damage caused by the May 2025 major flood event. Sections of the trail are affected by dangerous trees, and a significant landslip has occurred on the track leading to the base of the waterfall.
The picnic area as well as the top section of the walking trail to the lookout platform are open.
The section of trail below the lookout will remain closed while planning approvals and procurement are completed to remediate the landslip.
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Applies from Mon 3 Nov 2025, 11.24am. Last reviewed: Mon 3 Nov 2025, 11.34am
Other planned events: No firepits provided at Crowdy Gap campground
Visitors are advised that for safety reasons firepits have been removed from Crowdy Gap campground.
Fires are not permitted on the ground. If you choose to have a fire you must bring your own portable fire pit or brazier. Braziers can be hired from Diamond Head campground if required.
Visitors must also bring in their own firewood and be aware of fire regulations and any park or total fire bans in place.
Penalties apply for non-compliance.
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Applies from Thu 10 Jul 2025, 12.33pm. Last reviewed: Mon 1 Dec 2025, 1.04pm
Safety alerts: Road damage due to severe weather
Several roads within Bago Bluff National Park have sustained significant erosion damage due to severe weather events earlier in 2025.
- Access to Bago Bluff Lookouts and Rollover Road is best gained via Milligans Road, turning onto Rollover Road.
- Access to the Lorne Flora Reserve Walking Track is best approached from the east via Blackbutt Road.
NPWS crews and contractors are currently undertaking repairs to affected roads and trails. Please be aware that plant and machinery may be encountered during these works.
Drive carefully and to the conditions.
For further information, contact NPWS Port Macquarie on (02) 6588 5555.
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Applies from Thu 22 May 2025, 12.28pm. Last reviewed: Mon 24 Nov 2025, 11.16am
Closed parks: National parks closed due to flood damage
The following reserves are closed until further notice due to flood impacts;
- Barrakee SCA
- Coocumbac Island NR
- Killabakh NR
- Wingham Brush NR
Remember, it’s never safe to drive, ride or walk through flood waters.
For further information, please contact NPWS Manning Great Lakes Area Office on 6591 0300.
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Applies from Thu 16 Oct 2025, 2.34pm. Last reviewed: Mon 24 Nov 2025, 7.10pm
Other planned events: Brimbin Pontoon (Dawson River) closed
Brimbin Pontoon has sustained damage and is temporarily closed. NPWS apologises for any inconvenience.
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Applies from Tue 20 May 2025, 2.19pm. Last reviewed: Mon 1 Dec 2025, 12.14pm
Closed parks: National parks closed due to impacts of severe weather
Wilson River Road, picnic area and waterfall walk are closed due to impacts from the May 2025 flood. The road and bridge approaches are not trafficable for most vehicles. These areas are not currently safe for public use. Works to repair flood impacts is underway.
For more information contact the local park office on 6561 6700. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
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Applies from Tue 5 Aug 2025, 12.07pm to Wed 31 Dec 2025, 12.08pm. Last reviewed: Thu 6 Nov 2025, 8.30am
Closed areas: Flat Rock Lookout - Closed for Visitor Safety
Flat Rock Lookout is closed for visitor safety until further notice.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on (02) 6591 0300.
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Applies from Tue 9 Jul 2024, 3.50pm to Wed 31 Dec 2025, 2.26pm. Last reviewed: Tue 28 Oct 2025, 4.47pm
Closed areas: Newbys Creek Walk and Caves - Closed for Visitor Safety
Newbys Creek Walk and Caves are closed for visitor safety until further notice.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on (02) 6591 0300.
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Applies from Mon 5 May 2025, 1.46pm. Last reviewed: Fri 21 Nov 2025, 3.33pm
Other planned events: Koala Hospital Closure
Please be advised that the Port Macquarie Koala Hospital (managed by Koala Conservation Australia) next door to Roto House Historic Site will be closed for redevelopment until mid-2026.
The National Parks Roto House and its thriving café ‘Home at Roto House’ will continue to operate as normal, open 7days, 8:30-3pm.
Check out their website for upcoming events: https://www.homeatroto.com.au/
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Applies from Mon 14 Oct 2024, 4.15pm. Last reviewed: Fri 21 Nov 2025, 3.33pm
Closed areas: No entry to Innes Ruins Historic Site
Innes Ruins is closed to public entry except by guided tour. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 6588 5555.
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