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Applies from Thu 20 Mar 2025, 11.46am to Fri 27 Jun 2025, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 30 May 2025, 3.15pm
Closed areas: Closed Areas within Border Ranges NP - Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred damage
For safety the below area is closed due to damage caused by Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred until 7 June 2025
• Helmholzia Loop
These Closures are weather dependent and may be extended.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information contact NPWS Kyogle office on 02 6632 0000 or email npws.richmondriver@environment.nsw.gov.au
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Applies from Fri 30 May 2025, 9.29am. Last reviewed: Fri 30 May 2025, 9.35am
Closed areas: Eastern access Tweed Range Scenic Drive
The Tweed Range Scenic Drive will be closed between the eastern entrance at Barkers Vale to Bar Mountain until 6 June 2025 for road works.
Access to the Tweed Range Scenic Drive via the Wiangaree and Lynches Creek entrance will remain open between Sheepstation Creek and Bar Mountain including Brindle Creek and the Pinnacle Lookout.
This closure may be extended due to weather events. Please follow all signs and directions of NPWS staff. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
For more information, email or call NPWS Kyogle office on 02 6632 0000.
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Applies from Thu 22 May 2025, 10.49am to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 10.49am. Last reviewed: Fri 30 May 2025, 8.34am
Safety alerts: Gap Road maintenance roadworks
Roadworks will be underway on Gap Road from Thursday 22 May to 30 May 2025. The road may be uneven and slippery during this time. Drive safely and follow the directions of roadwork signs and NPWS staff.
For more information, contact the Alstonville NPWS office 02 6627 0200 or npws.richmondriver@environment.nsw.gov.au
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Applies from Thu 20 Mar 2025, 4.37pm to Mon 16 Jun 2025, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 28 May 2025, 3.46pm
Closed areas: Areas closed due to damage caused by Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred
For safety, the following areas are closed until 16 June 2025 due to damage caused by Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred:
Areas will be opened once inspections, and any required works are completed.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please email or call NPWS Alstonville office on 02 6627 0200.
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Applies from Thu 29 May 2025, 6.00am to Mon 8 Dec 2025, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 28 May 2025, 10.16am
Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting ongoing aerial and ground baiting programs. Aerial baiting and ground baiting is scheduled from 8th June 2025 to 8th December 2025. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of Wild dogs and Foxes.
Aerial baiting and ground baiting will occur in:
Richmond River Area – Captains Creek NR, Richmond Range NP, Bundjalung NP
Clarence Area - Nymboi-Binderay National Park (NP), Nymboida NP, Mount Neville Nature Reserve (NR), Banyabba NR and State Conservation Area (SCA), Ramornie NP, Bundjalung NP
Coffs Coast Area - Bagul Waajaarr NR, Bindarri NP, Cascade NP, Chaelundi NP and SCA, Cunnawarra NP, Dorrigo NP, Dunggir NP, Gumbaynggirr SCA, Jobs Mountain NR, Mount Hyland NR and SCA, New England NP, Ngambaa NR, Nymboi-Binderay NP, Serpentine NR.
Hastings Macleay Area- The Cells SCA, Cottan-Bimbang NP, Carrai NP and SCA, New England NP, Pee Dee NR, The Castles NR, Werrikimbe NP, Willi Willi NP, Mount Seaview NR.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise 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 NPWS area office for more information.
Hastings Macleay Area 02 6561 6700
Coffs Coast Area 02 6652 0900
Clarence Area 02 6641 1500
Richmond River Area 02 6632 0000
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Applies from Mon 26 May 2025, 5.00am to Sat 14 Jun 2025, 5.30pm. Last reviewed: Thu 22 May 2025, 12.13pm
Other incidents: Cadell Road Closed
Cadell Road will be closed from 26/5 to 14/6, for repair roadworks.
Cutters campground will remain open, access from north.
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Applies from Tue 4 Mar 2025, 5.47pm to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 22 May 2025, 7.41am
Closed parks: Reserves and conservation areas closed due to ex-tropical cyclone Alfred
For safety, some reserves and conservation areas are closed until Monday 30 June due to damage caused by ex-tropical cyclone Alfred. Areas will be opened once inspections, and any necessary works, are completed.
Penalties apply for non-compliance.
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Applies from Tue 29 Apr 2025, 3.59pm to Fri 20 Jun 2025, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 28 May 2025, 7.51am
Closed areas: Protestors Falls walking track closed
Protestors Falls walking track will be affected by closures from 29 April to 20 June 2025 for maintenance works to replace the footbridge. There will be no public access from the end of the elevated boardwalk platform. Terania Creek picnic area will remain open.
Closure may be extended due to weather events. Please follow all signs and directions of NPWS staff. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, email or call Alstonville NPWS office on 02 6627 0200.
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Applies from Tue 29 Apr 2025, 10.48am to Wed 31 Dec 2025, 10.49am. Last reviewed: Mon 5 May 2025, 9.15am
Closed areas: Nightcap Range Road closed in both directions
Nightcap Range Road is closed to traffic in both directions due to a major landslip associated with the 2022 flood event. The closure affects the section of Nightcap Range Road between Rummery Road intersection and Telephone Road trailer parking area.
Access to Minyon Falls and Rummery Park is via Minyon Falls Road only.
An estimated repair date has not been determined. For more information, please email or call Richmond River NPWS on 02 6672 0200.
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Applies from Wed 30 Apr 2025, 8.04am to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 8.05am. Last reviewed: Mon 5 May 2025, 8.57am
Other planned events: Fire trail maintenance roadworks
Road works are currently occurring in Nightcap National Park and Whian Whian State Conservation Area for the maintenance and repair of the fire trail network.
Heavy machinery will be operating in the area on various roads and trails. Signage will be in place indicating closures.
For your safety, please follow all signs and directions. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, email or call Richmond River NPWS on 02 6627 0200.
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Applies from Mon 28 Apr 2025, 11.56am to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 11.57am. Last reviewed: Wed 30 Apr 2025, 2.04pm
Other planned events: Wategos Beach picnic shelter and barbecues closed for upgrade works
The picnic shelter and barbecues at Wategos Beach will be closed from 28 April to 2 June 2025 for upgrade works. The beach and surrounding park areas will remain open to the public.
Please stay away from construction areas and follow all signs and directions of NPWS staff. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Thu 19 Dec 2024, 1.52pm. Last reviewed: Mon 28 Apr 2025, 9.37am
Other planned events: Kings Beach – not clothing optional
Kings Beach in Broken Head Nature Reserve is a culturally significant place for local Aboriginal people and members of the LGBTQIA+ community. For decades, the beach has been a place for social connection, leisure, and at times grief - with the ashes of people lost to AIDS scattered there over the years.
Kings Beach continues to be a place for the LGBTQIA+ community to enjoy, however due to increased visitation and the shared nature of this beloved destination, Kings Beach is not a designated clothing optional area.
All visitors have the right to feel safe and enjoy the beach without harassment and NPWS Officers play an important role in conserving this protected habitat. Please comply with the Broken Head Reserve Plan of Management and respect each other’s right to enjoy the beach in peace and safety.
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Applies from Wed 15 Jan 2025, 8.51am to Wed 31 Dec 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 26 May 2025, 10.57am
Other planned events: Vehicle access to Mount Jerusalem Central Trails, Unicorn Falls and Whiskey Creek walk
NPWS advises visitors to travel via Uki using Rowlands Creek Road and Manns Road to access the following locations:
- Mount Jerusalem Central trails
- Unicorn Falls walking track
- Whiskey Creek walk
Byron Shire Council are currently undertaking flood restoration works within the Main Arm valley, expected to be completed by early 2026. These works include the restoration and repair of culverts and causeways along Main Arm Road, which is the main vehicle access to Mount Jerusalem National Park when approaching from Mullumbimby. Byron Shire Council have advised that Main Arm Road should only be used by local traffic.
For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 6639 8300.
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Applies from Wed 2 Apr 2025, 4.09pm to Fri 27 Jun 2025, 4.10pm. Last reviewed: Mon 12 May 2025, 8.51am
Closed areas: North Chowan Road Closure
North Chowan Road within Mount Jerusalem National Park is closed for landslip remediation works, culvert replacement and trail maintenance from Friday 4 April to Friday 27 June 2025.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Thu 27 Mar 2025, 11.35am to Wed 1 Oct 2025, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 30 Apr 2025, 10.49am
Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 baiting operation
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program from Tuesday 1 April 2025 to Wednesday 1 October 2025. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of feral cats using Felixer unit.
The program will take place in Bundjalung National Park.
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 managed lands. Pets and working dogs may be affected (1080 is lethal to cats and dogs). In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
Please contact the local NPWS Alstonville office for more information on 02 6627 0200.
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Applies from Fri 30 Aug 2024, 4.06pm to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 27 May 2025, 7.54am
Closed parks: Walking Track Closed - Wilsons Nature Reserve
The Walking track is currently closed until further notice. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact NPWS Alstonville office on 02 66270 200 or email npws.richmondriver@environment.nsw.gov.au
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Applies from Sat 15 Feb 2025, 11.20am. Last reviewed: Fri 23 May 2025, 10.17am
Closed areas: Border Loop Lookout closed for roadworks
The Border Loop Lookout and walking track will be closed to all visitors to allow for essential roadworks on the Lions Road.
The Lions Road will be closed to all visitors between Standfield's Bridge at Cougal and the Queensland border.
Further information is available on the Live Traffic NSW website.
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Applies from Mon 1 Jul 2024, 8.27am to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 22 May 2025, 7.33am
Safety alerts: North Rocks Road closed
North Rocks Road is closed until Monday 30 June 2025. The road is currently unsafe to traffic. This closure maybe extended, and any extension will be posted as soon as possible.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Alstonville area office on 02 6627 0200.
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Applies from Thu 19 Sep 2024, 4.12pm to Tue 30 Sep 2025, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 30 Apr 2025, 10.49am
Other planned events: Notice of noise from RAAF training operations
Bundjalung National Park visitors may experience loud aircraft noise until further notice. RAAF training operations from the nearby Evans Head Air Weapons Range may be heard and seen from the Black Rocks campground and Jerusalem Creek paddle route and walking track.
Please note:
- The RAAF schedule of planned air operations is available on the Defence Aircraft Noise webpage.
- RAAF schedules for the Air Weapons Range in Bundjalung National Park can change at short notice due to weather or other operational considerations.
- Aircraft may not utilise the range every day of scheduled operations.
For more information, call the NPWS Alstonville area office on 02 6627 0200 or visit the Defence Aircraft Noise webpage.
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