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Date Event Title
27 May 2025 Closed parks Booroorban and Oolambeyan are closed for a ground pest control operation. Details

Applies from Tue 27 May 2025, 8.00am to Thu 29 May 2025, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Tue 20 May 2025, 2.00pm

Oolambeyan National Park and Southwest Woodland Nature Reserve Booroorban, are closed from 8am, Tuesday 27 May to 11:59pm, Thursday 29 May 2025 for a ground shooting feral animal control operation.

Do not enter the national park. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Griffith office on 02 6966 8100.

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Applies from Thu 15 May 2025, 10.46am. Last reviewed: Wed 21 May 2025, 3.50pm

Fires - Advice: Gulpa Creek Rd Fire

There is a fire in this park called Gulpa Creek Rd Fire. 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 21 May 2025, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 21 May 2025, 1.47pm

Hazard reduction burns: Yarrangobilly Caves Pile Burn 2024

There is a planned Hazard Reduction burn in this park from 21/05/2025. The fire is called Yarrangobilly Caves Pile Burn 2024. 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 19 May 2025, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 21 May 2025, 1.12pm

Hazard reduction burns: Tin Pot HR

There is a planned Hazard Reduction burn in this park from 19/05/2025. The fire is called Tin Pot HR. 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 Thu 8 May 2025, 8.07am. Last reviewed: Wed 21 May 2025, 1.11pm

Closed areas: Thredbo Valley Tracks Partial Closure

The Thredbo Valley Track is now closed for winter between Thredbo Resort and Bullocks Flat/Skitube Carpark D.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. Please contact the Snowy Region Visitor Centre for further information.

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Applies from Mon 19 May 2025, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 21 May 2025, 12.40pm

Hazard reduction burns: Currango Homestead Pile Burn

There is a planned Hazard Reduction burn in this park from 19/05/2025. The fire is called Currango Homestead Pile Burn. 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 Tue 20 May 2025, 12.17pm to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 12.18pm. Last reviewed: Tue 20 May 2025, 1.46pm

Other incidents: Weddin Mountains National Park - Ben Halls Campground & Seaton's Farm fence upgrade

As part of the visitor infrastructure improvements being undertaken by National Parks & Wildlife Service, NPWS Central West Area will be working to upgrade parts of the fence surrounding Ben Halls Campground and Seaton's Farm Historic site from Monday 19 May 2025 until Friday 20 June 2025

 

During this time there will be NPWS staff and contractors working within the area with small machinery and vehicles. Please ensure you take safety precautions and avoid approaching staff as they undertake these works. 

 

Ben Halls Campground, Seaton's Farm and all visitor facilities will remain open whilst these works are being undertaken.

 

For further information please contact the NPWS Central West Area, Bathurst office on 02 6332 7640

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Applies from Tue 20 May 2025, 12.14pm to Fri 13 Jun 2025, 12.14pm. Last reviewed: Tue 20 May 2025, 12.17pm

Other incidents: Wallaby Picnic Area - toilet upgrade

As part of the visitor infrastructure improvements being undertaken by National Parks & Wildlife Service, NPWS Central West Area will be undertaking an upgrade of the toilet facilities located opposite the Wallaby Picnic Area from Monday 26 May 2025 until Friday 13 June 2025.

 

During this time there will be no toilet facilities located within Conimbla National Park.

 

At times there will be heavy machinery working within the area. Please ensure you do not approach the area or any heavy plant whilst these works are being undertaken. Please stay clear of any work zones until the works are completed. The new facilities will be opened to visitors as soon as the project is completed.

 

For further information please contact the NPWS Central West Area, Bathurst office on 02 6332 7640

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Applies from Sun 18 May 2025, 1.59pm to Mon 26 May 2025, 2.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 20 May 2025, 9.34am

Closed areas: Northern end of Long Plain Road and Perkins Flat campground - closed for hazard reduction burning

Some parts of this park are closed for hazard reduction burning from 19 to 26 May 2025. The closed area/s are:

  • Perkins Flat campground
  • Long Plain Road (north of the intersection with Broken Cart trail)
  • McLeods Spur trail

Penalties apply for non-compliance. This burn is called NPWS Tin Pot HR. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 69 477 000 or visit the Rural Fire Service website.

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Applies from Mon 19 May 2025, 10.19am to Fri 13 Jun 2025, 10.20am. Last reviewed: Mon 19 May 2025, 10.30am

Safety alerts: Trail maintenance in Jindalee National Park

Road maintenance work is occurring in Jindalee National Park between 7am 26 May 2025 and 5pm 13th June 2025.

Watch out for machinery on the on the fire trails while in the National Park.

There will be closures to the DeRailYa car park during this time for resurfacing works, please obey all road closure and road work signage.

There will be no closures to the mountain bike network.

For further information please contact the NPWS office in Tumut on (02) 6947 7000.

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Applies from Mon 19 May 2025, 8.31pm to Fri 23 May 2025, 8.33pm. Last reviewed: Fri 16 May 2025, 8.45pm

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 program

A baiting program using canid pest ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison will be conducted from Monday 19 May 2025 to Friday 23 May 2025 in Kosciuszko National Park.

The program will be conducted in the following areas:

  • Lobs Hole Ravine Area

Entry into baiting locations will be identifiable by signs.

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 location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.

For further information, please call the NPWS Tumut area office on 02 6947 7000.

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Applies from Thu 15 May 2025, 3.11pm to Fri 4 Jul 2025, 3.21pm. Last reviewed: Thu 15 May 2025, 3.45pm

Other planned events: Buddong Falls Campground - access from Laurel Hill closed due to Forestry Corporation operations

Access to Buddong Falls campground and Buddong Falls track from Laurel Hill is closed due to Forestry Corporation operations on Browns Road. Access is still possible from the Elliott Way, following Bago Powerline Road until it becomes Bago Boundary Road. 

For more information, contact the Tumut NPWS office (02) 6947 7000. 

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Applies from Tue 13 May 2025, 3.57pm to Fri 6 Jun 2025, 6.57pm. Last reviewed: Wed 21 May 2025, 3.00pm

Closed parks: Ulandra Nature Reserve Closed for Aerial Shooting Program

Ulandra Nature Reserve is closed from 8am, Monday 26 May to 6pm, Friday 6 June 2025 for an aerial  pest control operation.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Tumut NPWS office on (02) 6947 7000.

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Applies from Wed 7 May 2025, 11.04am to Sun 25 May 2025, 11.05am. Last reviewed: Thu 15 May 2025, 9.42am

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an autumn ground baiting program from 7 May 2025 to 25 May 2025. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes.

The program will take place in Kosciuszko National park in the following areas:

  • Main range area
  • Charlotte pass
  • Munyang
  • Illawong
  • Dead horse gap

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). 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 on (02) 6450 5555.

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Applies from Fri 14 Feb 2025, 3.04pm to Sat 30 Aug 2025, 3.09pm. Last reviewed: Wed 7 May 2025, 8.52am

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 February 2025 to 30 August 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 Fri 28 Feb 2025, 12.13pm to Sun 31 Aug 2025, 12.14pm. Last reviewed: Tue 6 May 2025, 3.54pm

Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 wild dog and fox baiting program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a baiting program in the north east precinct of Kosciuszko National Park, Scabby Range and Yaouk Nature Reserves within the Adaminaby/Yaouk wild dog control area.

The program will be continuous and ongoing between 1 March 2025 and 31 August 2025, and will use meat baits and canid pest ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.

All baiting locations will be identifiable by signs.

Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW national parks and reserve. Pets and working dogs may be affected, and 1080 is lethal to cats and dogs. Pets and working dogs in the vicinity must be restrained or muzzled and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.

For further information please call the NPWS Tumut area office on 02 6947 7000.

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Applies from Wed 26 Mar 2025, 1.02pm. Last reviewed: Wed 14 May 2025, 9.39am

Closed areas: Closures due to flooding event - Murray Valley National & Regional Park

Due to a current flooding event occurring in the forest the following roads are currently closed:

- Dudleys Road

- Tin Hut Road, and

- Quambies Road

 

 

The Tin Hut Firewood Collection area is therefore inaccessible.

 

Please also note that the below campgrounds within the Milllewa Campgrounds - Regional Park are only accessible via Clay Island Road and not accessible via the Millewa River Road entry near the Murray River:

- Brown Bottle Bend

- Clay Island

- Lower Sandy

- Chimney Creek

- Ash Tree

- Snows 

- Deadwood

 

Please obey all ROAD CLOSED signs. Penalties apply for non-compliance.

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Applies from Mon 19 May 2025, 8.00am to Fri 30 May 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 20 May 2025, 8.21am

Closed areas: Ngarigo Campground Pre-Winter Closure

Ngarigo Campground will be closed to all visitors from 8am Monday 19 May 2025 until 5pm Friday 30 June 2025.

This closure is to ensure important pre-winter maintenance can be completed.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, call the Snowy Region Visitor Centre on 02 6450 5600 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.

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Applies from Tue 7 May 2024, 3.22pm. Last reviewed: Thu 1 May 2025, 8.17am

Other planned events: Tom Groggin camping area - upgrade works

The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) and contractors will be undertaking upgrade works at Tom Groggin camping area throughout 2025. These works will include additions to campground facilities, including fire pits and picnic tables, rehabilitation planting, restoration of damaged campground surfaces, and construction of a new shelter at the day use area. 

As a result, some areas of the lower campground will be closed to camping throughout winter 2025 to allow surfaces to rehabilitate. The majority of Tom Groggin will remain open to camping. 

Visitors may experience some delays during construction works. Please comply with all instructions from NPWS staff and contractors. Penalties apply for non-compliance.

For more information please contact the NPWS Jindabyne office on 02 6450 5555. 

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Applies from Thu 1 May 2025, 11.39am to Sun 29 Jun 2025, 12.27pm. Last reviewed: Mon 28 Apr 2025, 9.54am

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 aerial baiting program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an aerial baiting program in Avisford Nature Reserve (NR), Capertee National Park (NP) and managed Crown Land, Dapper NR, Durridgere State Conservation Area (SCA), Goodiman SCA, Goulburn River NP, Mugii Murum-ban SCA, Munghorn Gap NR, and Yarrobil NP from Monday 19th May – Sunday 1st June 2025.

The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.

The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise the 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 Mudgee NPWS area office for more information on 02 6370 9000.

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Applies from Wed 16 Apr 2025, 8.00am to Tue 12 Aug 2025, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 6 May 2025, 9.08am

Closed areas: Willandra Visitor Facilities CLOSED

Willandra National Park is OPEN to visitors.

However, in the interest of visitor safety we will need to keep some areas of the park CLOSED, until repairs have been completed and those areas are deemed accessible and safe. 

Areas that will remain CLOSED to visitors include: 

  • Willandra Campground 
  • Men's Quarters Accommodation 
  • Willandra Cottage Accommodation
  • Nilla Yinnagalang Billana Walking Track - parts of this track will be closed due to safety. 

 

Facilities available: 

  • Toilet in the Willandra Campground, 500m from the Willandra Group Campground.

 

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Applies from Tue 3 Sep 2024, 8.00am to Wed 3 Sep 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 21 Apr 2025, 10.59am

Other planned events: Notification of Ongoing 1080 Program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting an ongoing baiting program from 3rd March 2025 until 2nd September 2025.

The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs.

The program will take place in:

  • Brindabella National Park
  • Bimberi Nature Reserve
  • Wee Jasper Nature Reserve
  • Oak Creek Nature Reserve

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 further information please call NPWS Queanbeyan area office on 02 6229 7166.

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Applies from Sat 26 Apr 2025, 12.00am to Sat 7 Jun 2025, 12.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 20 May 2025, 8.19am

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 Program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an aerial baiting program in Lachlan Valley National Park, Hunthawang Precinct from Saturday 26 April 2025 to Wednesday 7 May 2025. Lachlan Valley National Park, Hunthawag 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 for more information 02 6966 8100.

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Applies from Mon 14 Apr 2025, 12.00pm to Fri 3 Oct 2025, 9.34am. Last reviewed: Thu 15 May 2025, 9.30am

Other planned events: Yarrangobilly Village campgrounds partial closure for rehabilitation works

Yarrangobilly Village campground will be partially closed for rehabilitation works from Monday 14 April to Friday 3 October 2025. Camping at Yarrangobilly Village campground will still be available during this time in a restricted area. 

For further information please call NPWS Tumut office on (02) 6947 7000. 

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Applies from Tue 25 Mar 2025, 9.00am to Fri 31 Oct 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Thu 15 May 2025, 8.14am

Closed areas: Areas closed for trail maintenance: Doctors Flat Road between Webbs Ridge Trail and Baldy Range Trail 25.03.25 - 31.10.25

Doctors Flat Road is closed between Webbs Ridge Trail and Baldy Range Trail for upgrades between Tuesday 25th March 2025 - 31st October 2025. Please drive safely with increased awareness of the higher numbers of heavy vehicles and machinery driving along Doctors Flat Road. 

Alternative access to Dingi Dingi Ridge Trail and Two Sticks Road is via Webbs Ridge Trail.

 

For more information, contact the NPWS Queanbeyan Office on 02 6229 7166.

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Applies from Wed 9 Apr 2025, 3.47pm to Fri 23 May 2025, 3.48pm. Last reviewed: Mon 19 May 2025, 10.18am

Fire bans: Solid Fuel Fire Ban - Berry Jerry Precinct Only Near Wagga Wagga

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 Sat 5 Apr 2025, 2.34pm to Fri 23 May 2025, 2.36pm. Last reviewed: Mon 19 May 2025, 10.19am

Fire bans: 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 Mon 14 Apr 2025, 2.09pm. Last reviewed: Wed 14 May 2025, 2.53pm

Other planned events: Port Phillip Trail Road Works

Expect short delays on Port Phillip Trail from the 7th April to 30th of June 2025. Roadworks will be underway. Drive safely and follow the directions of roadwork signs & staff.

For more information, contact the local NPWS office.

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Applies from Sat 14 Sep 2024, 3.41pm to Wed 30 Jul 2025, 10.56am. Last reviewed: Thu 27 Mar 2025, 10.56am

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 Sat 15 Feb 2025, 8.02am to Fri 15 Aug 2025, 2.03pm. Last reviewed: Sun 27 Apr 2025, 9.08am

Safety alerts: Notice of 1080 baiting

The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a baiting program using Canid Pest Ejectors (CPEs) and fresh meat baits containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes. The 1080 bating program is ongoing and will continue to be conducted between 15 February 2025 and 15 August 2025 within Beni State Conservation Area. All baiting locations will be identifiable by signs.

Please be reminded that domestic pets are not permitted on NPWS estate. Pets and working dogs may be affected and must be restrained or muzzled in the vicinity of the nature reserve and must not enter the baiting location (as 1080 is lethal to cats and dogs). In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.

For further information please contact the NPWS Central West Area office at Bathurst on (02) 6332 7640.

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Applies from Tue 25 Mar 2025, 12.28pm to Fri 13 Jun 2025, 12.32pm. Last reviewed: Mon 12 May 2025, 11.08am

Other incidents: Guthega Trackhead - Guthega Toilet Construction

Guthega track head carpark will be closed to vehicles. Signage will be in place advising public to park in main Guthega carpark. Pedestrian access will be maintained through the carpark to the Snowies Alpine Walk and Illawong Walk track head.

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Applies from Sat 22 Mar 2025, 8.00am to Mon 22 Sep 2025, 12.41pm. Last reviewed: Wed 21 May 2025, 8.30am

Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 program

A baiting program using meat baits and canid pest ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison will be conducted from Saturday 22 March 2025 to Monday 22 September 2025 in Kosciuszko National Park.

The program will be conducted in the northern precinct of the park, which includes the following areas:

  • Goobarragandra
  • Blowering foreshores
  • Big Talbingo/ Buddong

Entry into baiting locations will be identifiable by signs.

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 location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.

For further information, please call the NPWS Tumut area office on 02 6947 7000.

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Applies from Tue 4 Feb 2025, 5.00am to Thu 7 Aug 2025, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Wed 23 Apr 2025, 3.32pm

Other planned events: Notification of Ongoing 1080 Baiting - Wild Dogs/Foxes

The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting an ongoing baiting program from Saturday 8 February 2025 to Thursday 7 August 2025. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes. This program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise the impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock.

Baiting programs will take place across Kosciuszko National Park in Thredbo/Ingebyra, Dalgety/Paupong and Corrowong/Tombong/Merriangaah Wild Dog Plan Areas. Baiting programs will also be undertaken in Paupong, Merriangaah and Quidong Nature Reserves.

This includes the following sections of Kosciuszko National Park: Thredbo Valley, Moonbah, Ingebyra, Paupong, Numbla Vale and Corrowong.

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 further information, please call the Jindabyne area office on 02 6450 5555.

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Applies from Mon 10 Mar 2025, 2.43pm. Last reviewed: Sun 20 Apr 2025, 11.44am

Safety alerts: Powerline removal being undertaken in the Jagungal Wilderness Area

Contractors will be undertaking removal of the 11kva powerline within the Jagungal Wilderness Area. This line was damaged in the 2019/2020 fires and is no longer functional. Please be aware that heavy machinery will be operating at various times. The contractor will have warning signs in place.

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Applies from Mon 25 Feb 2019, 9.07am to Mon 1 Feb 2027, 12.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 17 Mar 2025, 3.11pm

Closed areas: Closed areas due to Snowy 2.0 works

The following areas are closed due to the Snowy 2.0 works from Monday 25 February 2019 until early 2027, unless the closure is extended or removed:

  • Lobs Hole Ravine Road 4WD trail
  • Wallace Creek lookout
  • Lobs Hole Ravine campground

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please call the NPWS Tumut area office on 02 6947 7000 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.

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Applies from Wed 4 May 2022, 11.29am. Last reviewed: Mon 17 Mar 2025, 3.10pm

Closed areas: Tantangara Reservoir partial closure

Some parts of Tantangara Reservoir will be closed intermittently until further notice for Snowy 2.0 construction activities involving controlled blasts. Full exclusion zones will be established prior to and during blast operations. The closed areas are:

  • Areas of Tantangara Reservoir adjacent to the Snowy 2.0 construction site.
  • Tantangara Reservoir boat ramp, adjacent to the Tantangara Dam wall.
  • For up-to-date timings on controlled blasts please see notifications on the Future Generation website.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.

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Applies from Fri 22 Sep 2017, 4.01pm to Fri 30 Oct 2026, 12.54pm. Last reviewed: Mon 17 Mar 2025, 3.09pm

Other planned events: Ongoing increased traffic and roadworks

There is an increase in heavy and light vehicle movements on the Snowy Mountains Highway (between Cooma to Tumut) and Link and Tantangara Roads within Kosciuszko National Park. This traffic will continue for a number of years and involves the use of specialised heavy vehicle combinations for transporting materials associated with the Snowy 2.0 project and other projects in the region.

There will also be ongoing maintenance and upgrades to roads in the area as part of the project, particularly along Link and Tantangara Roads. 

To assist in planning your journey safely, please check for alerts on the NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service website. 

For more information, call the NPWS Tumut area office on 02 6947 7000.

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Applies from Mon 28 Apr 2025, 7.00am to Fri 30 May 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 29 Apr 2025, 8.52am

Other planned events: Notice of Pindone rabbit control program - Thredbo

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a baiting program using carrots containing pindone (pindone, sodium salt) poison for the control of rabbits. This program will take place between Monday 28 April and Friday 30 May 2025 within the Thredbo Lease Area, within Kosciuszko National Park.

All baiting locations will be signposted, and include the village, golf course and on the mountain. Free feeding using non-poisoned carrots will be undertaken before using pindone oats.

Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW national parks and reserves. Pets may be affected by pindone. Pets must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.

For further information, call the NPWS Resorts Environmental Services on 02 6450 5616.

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Applies from Fri 29 Sep 2023, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 14 Mar 2025, 5.31pm

Closed areas: Kosciuszko National Park closed sites

A number of sites in Kosciuszko National Park are closed or may have other restrictions until further notice.

Road Closures

Olsens Road BEYOND Geehi Dam. Olsens Road remains open from the Alpine Way to Geehi Dam.

Fire-affected areas

Some sections of Kosciuszko National Park which burnt during the 2019/2020 fires remain closed. These areas include:

  • Wolgal and Pattinson's Huts

Huts that burnt down in the 2020 fires

These locations remain open, but the following huts or buildings have been lost:

  • Linesman's No.3 Huts, Round Mountain Hut, and Dry Dam Ski Shelter.
  • Warning: Please take care as there may be broken glass/nails that are uncovered since NPWS made records and cleaned up these sites. Please do not disturb the sites or remove artefacts.

Snowy 2.0 works affecting access to Tantangara Road and Tantangara Dam

  • Access to the southern end of Tantangara Reservoir via Quarry trail is closed to the public.
  • Access to the southern end boat ramp is open, but may be subject to short-term closures.
  • Current boating and camping access to Tantangara Reservoir will still be available at access points on the northern end of the reservoir, via Port Phillip and Dam trails.

Do not enter closed areas in Kosciuszko National Park. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.

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Applies from Tue 11 Mar 2025, 1.57pm to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 9.21am. Last reviewed: Thu 13 Mar 2025, 9.48am

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting a baiting program from Saturday 15 March 2025 to Monday 30th June 2025 The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.

The program will take place in Bango and Mundoonen Nature Reserves.

The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise the 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 Queanbeyan NPWS area office for more information on 02 6229 7166.

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Applies from Mon 5 Aug 2024, 12.50pm. Last reviewed: Sat 17 May 2025, 9.20am

Safety alerts: Toupna Crossing Road and Murphy's Bridge (Millewa Precinct - Murray Valley NP) is CLOSED.

Murphy's Bridge is currently CLOSED. Murphy's Bridge is unsafe for vehicles to cross. The causeway on Toupna Crossing Road is still available for vehicles to pass.

 

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 Tue 11 Mar 2025, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Sat 17 May 2025, 9.20am

Closed areas: CLOSED - Plain Road in Cottadidda Precinct of Murray Valley National Park

Plain Road in the Cottadidda Precinct of the Murray Valley National Park is currently closed for public safety reasons. Please use the other access roads to the campgrounds.

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Applies from Sun 11 May 2025, 12.00am to Mon 10 Nov 2025, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Sun 9 Mar 2025, 1.01pm

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 Baiting

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a baiting program using Canid Pest Ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.

The program is ongoing and will continue to be conducted between Sunday 11 May 2025 to Monday 10 November 2025 within Girralang Nature Reserve.

All baiting locations will be identifiable by signs.

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 location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.

For further information call NPWS the Central West Area Office at Bathurst on 02 6332 7640.

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Applies from Wed 6 Jan 2021, 12.37pm. Last reviewed: Thu 8 May 2025, 8.47am

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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Applies from Sat 1 Mar 2025, 9.00am to Sun 31 Aug 2025, 9.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 5 May 2025, 8.41am

Safety alerts: Ongoing Poison 1080 ground baiting program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a ground baiting program using Canid Pest Ejectors (CPE) that contain 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes.

The program will be ongoing between 1 March 2025 and 31 August 2025 along management trails in Mount Canobolas State Conservation Area.

Readily identifiable 1080 poison signs have been positioned at trail entry points or trail junctions throughout the reserve.

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 should be restrained or muzzled in the vicinity and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information please call the NPWS Bathurst area office on 02 6332 7640.

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Applies from Sat 1 Mar 2025, 8.56am to Sun 31 Aug 2025, 8.58am. Last reviewed: Mon 5 May 2025, 8.41am

Safety alerts: Ongoing Poison 1080 ground baiting program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a ground baiting program using Canid Pest Ejectors (CPE) that contain 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes.

The program will be ongoing between 1 March 2025 and 31 August 2025 along management trails in Goobang National Park.

Readily identifiable 1080 poison signs have been positioned at trail entry points or trail junctions throughout the reserve.

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 should be restrained or muzzled in the vicinity and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information please call the NPWS Bathurst area office on 02 6332 7640.

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Applies from Mon 17 Mar 2025, 2.53pm to Wed 17 Sep 2025, 2.54pm. Last reviewed: Tue 29 Apr 2025, 9.14pm

Other planned events: Ongoing Poison 1080 ground baiting program - controlling fox impacts for Biosecurity values.

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a ground baiting program using Canid Pest Ejectors (CPE) that contain 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes.

The program will be ongoing between 17 March 2025 and 17 September 2025 along management trails in Tollingo Nature Reserve and Woggoon Nature Reserve.

Readily identifiable 1080 poison signs have been positioned at trail entry points or trail junctions throughout the reserve.

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 should be restrained or muzzled in the vicinity and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information please call the NPWS Bathurst area office on 02 6332 7640.

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Applies from Mon 24 Feb 2025, 12.15am to Sun 24 Aug 2025, 11.57pm. Last reviewed: Mon 28 Apr 2025, 8.41am

Other planned events: Notification of Ongoing 1080 Baiting - Wild Dogs/Foxes

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program from 24th February 2025 to 24th August 2025 . The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of feral animals including wild dogs and foxes.

The program will take place in Kosciuszko National Park and Clarkes Hill, Bogandyera and Jingellic Nature Reserves.

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 Khancoban NPWS area office for more information on 02 6070 8400.

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Applies from Tue 28 Jan 2025, 9.16am to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 9.21am. Last reviewed: Wed 12 Feb 2025, 11.52am

Other planned events: Notice of Ongoing 1080 Baiting - Wild Dogs/Foxes

The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a baiting program using meat baits and canid pest ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes. The program will be ongoing from February 12th  2025 until February 12th, 2026 in Burrinjuck Nature Reserve.

All entrances to the baiting location will be sign posted.

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 location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.

For further information please call NPWS Queanbeyan area office on 02 6229 7166.

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Applies from Wed 11 Dec 2024, 1.52pm to Sun 29 Nov 2026, 12.45pm. Last reviewed: Wed 12 Mar 2025, 9.30am

Fire bans: Park Fire Ban - The Rock NR - Kengal Aboriginal Place

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 Thu 4 Apr 2024, 5.12pm to Fri 30 May 2025, 5.13pm. Last reviewed: Fri 4 Apr 2025, 8.05am

Safety alerts: Guthega Road - changed speed limit due to ongoing road works

The speed limit on Guthega Road has been reduced to 60km for the entirety of the road due to ongoing road works.

Please abide by all traffic control signage and observe all directions from NPWS staff and contractors.

Your destination is still accessible. To assist in planning your journey safely, please allow extra time in your travel plans and drive to conditions.

For more information, call the Snowy Region Visitor Centre, Jindabyne on 02 6450 5600.

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Applies from Thu 7 Nov 2024, 12.27pm to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Mon 12 May 2025, 9.41am

Safety alerts: Weed Spraying

Maynggu Ganai Historic Site consist of three separate management precincts - locally referred to as the Government House Block, the Military Barracks Block and the Well Block. Please be advised that the National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) undertakes regular and ongoing weed spraying operations across these three areas. These weed management works include (but are not limited too) spraying of all of the boundary and timber bollard fence lines and internal walking track routes with Roundup Biactive and Associate (being glyphosate and metsulfuron chemical products respectively). These works are conducted in order to; control exotic grasses and environmental weeds, assist with grounds maintenance activities such as mowing and improve the aesthetics of the site. In addition, NPWS staff then treat other emerging weeds on a cases by case basis, such as St Johns Wort using Grazon Extra. 

For further information regarding this activity please contact the NPWS Central West Area office at either Dubbo on 02 6841 7100 or Bathurst on 02 6332 7640

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Applies from Mon 8 Apr 2024, 4.36pm. Last reviewed: Tue 6 May 2025, 8.46am

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.

Please follow signage as penalties do apply.

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Applies from Wed 11 Sep 2024, 3.52pm to Thu 11 Sep 2025, 3.52pm. Last reviewed: Mon 12 May 2025, 2.44pm

Other planned events: Notice of Ongoing 1080 Bating Program

The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting an ongoing pest control program using Meat Baits and Canid Pest Ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes in Black Andrew Nature Reserve.

 

The program will be on going between the 11th of March 2025 and the 11th of September 2025.

All baiting locations will be identifiable by signs.

 

Please be reminded that domestic pets are not permitted on NPWS Estate. 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 further information please call Tumut NPWS Office on (02) 6947 7000.

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Applies from Thu 2 Feb 2023, 9.20am. Last reviewed: Fri 25 Apr 2025, 10.09am

Safety alerts: Reduce speed and drive to conditions

Ongoing wet weather has impacted the roads in this reserve, leaving them washed out and/or under water for long periods of time. While they have dried out, access trails can still have rough surfaces and require maintenance. Please reduce speed, drive to conditions, and be aware of your surroundings. Heavy plant may be working in the area and care should be taken if you come across them. 

For more information, contact the NPWS Dubbo area office on 02 6841 7100.

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Applies from Mon 30 Oct 2023, 2.08pm. Last reviewed: Mon 12 May 2025, 8.53pm

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 Wed 23 Aug 2023, 1.45pm to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 1.47pm. Last reviewed: Wed 5 Mar 2025, 8.30am

Safety alerts: Potential for Unexploded Ordinances in Livingstone National Park

There is a Substantial risk of unexploded ordinances (UXO) within Livingstone National Park.

There is signage erected at all entrances to the risk area.

If you are driving, bushwalking or mountain biking in the area, you must keep to the formed trails within the UXO risk area. No camping or digging of any kind is permitted within the risk area.

For more information, contact the NPWS Tumut area office on 02 6947 7000.

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Applies from Wed 17 May 2023, 11.50am. Last reviewed: Mon 19 May 2025, 2.34pm

Closed areas: Bullocks Hut closed

Several buildings in the Bullocks Hut complex are closed until further notice for restoration works. Please do not enter the construction sites.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, call the Snowy Region Visitor Centre on 02 6450 5600 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.

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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/south-west-woodland-nature-reserve/local-alerts

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