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Sturt National Park

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Last reviewed: Mon 25 September 2023, 11.59am

Applies from Thu 3 Aug 2023, 11.33am to Fri 10 Nov 2023, 11.04am. Last reviewed: Thu 3 Aug 2023, 11.39am.

Other planned events: Wild Desert Fort Grey - ground pest control underway

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing pest control program from Thursday 3 August 2023 to Friday 10 October 2023. 

The program will take place in Sturt National Park in the Wild Desert Area.

The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise the impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock.

Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW National Parks managed lands.

Please contact the Broken Hill NPWS area office for more information on 08 8084 2880.

Applies from Fri 10 Feb 2017, 12.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 25 Sep 2023, 11.59am.

Fire bans: Solid fuel fire ban for Sturt National Park

There is a 'no solid fuel fire policy' in this park all year round. This park fire ban will remain in effect unless otherwise extended or removed. During park fire ban periods, all campfire and solid fuel (wood, heat beads, charcoal, briquettes, hexamite) barbecues and stoves are prohibited. Gas and electric barbecues and cookers are permitted as long as:

  • They're under direct control of an adult
  • The ground within 2m of the barbecue is cleared of all flammable materials
  • There's an adequate supply of water (minimum of a bucket)

If a Total Fire Ban is in place, please contact the local park office before using a gas and/or electric barbecue or cooker. Penalties apply for non-compliance. To find out more about fire bans in parks and reserves, including your responsibilities, visit NSW National Parks safety page.

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Nearby alerts

Applies from Wed 27 Sep 2023, 3.41pm to Thu 5 Oct 2023, 3.42pm. Last reviewed: Wed 27 Sep 2023, 3.43pm

Other planned events: Aerial Baiting Program

National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) personnel will be conducting an aerial baiting program for the control of Wild Dogs on Narriearra Caryapundy Swamp National Park.

The program is scheduled between 27/09/2023 and 5/10/2023

Exact dates within the above range are not fixed to allow for flexibility if circumstances such as weather impacting the operation.

 

Narriearra Caryapundy Swamp National Park may be closed during baiting operations. Information regarding park closures can be found on the NPWS website: https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/alerts/alerts-list

The program will use fresh meat baits containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison. This program is compliant with the Pesticide Control (1080 Bait Products) Order 2020. Signs will be erected to notify the public of the baiting program.

Please be reminded that domestic pets are not permitted on NPWS-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. If accidental poisoning occurs seek immediate veterinary assistance.

Aerial baiting complements other control measures which can include trapping, ground shooting and ground baiting.

NPWS takes a strategic and integrated approach to pest management on lands we manage. We aim to minimise the adverse impacts of pests on biodiversity, cultural values, neighbours and the community. Only qualified and appropriately trained personnel will participate in this program.

Baits may be deployed from the ground if aerial baiting is suspended due to unforeseen circumstances. This will occur within the same date range.

For further information please Dan Hough on 0428 358 101.

 

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Applies from Wed 27 Sep 2023, 3.36pm to Thu 5 Oct 2023, 3.39pm. Last reviewed: Wed 27 Sep 2023, 3.41pm

Other planned events: Aerial Baiting Program

National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) personnel will be conducting an aerial baiting program for the control of Wild Dogs on Paroo Darling National Park and State Conservation Area.

The program is scheduled between 27/09/2023 and 5/10/2023

Exact dates within the above range are not fixed to allow for flexibility if circumstances such as weather impacting the operation.

 

Paroo Darling National Park and State Conservation Area may be closed during baiting operations. Information regarding park closures can be found on the NPWS website: https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/alerts/alerts-list

The program will use fresh meat baits containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison. This program is compliant with the Pesticide Control (1080 Bait Products) Order 2020. Signs will be erected to notify the public of the baiting program.

Please be reminded that domestic pets are not permitted on NPWS-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. If accidental poisoning occurs seek immediate veterinary assistance.

Aerial baiting complements other control measures which can include trapping, ground shooting and ground baiting.

NPWS takes a strategic and integrated approach to pest management on lands we manage. We aim to minimise the adverse impacts of pests on biodiversity, cultural values, neighbours and the community. Only qualified and appropriately trained personnel will participate in this program.

Baits may be deployed from the ground if aerial baiting is suspended due to unforeseen circumstances. This will occur within the same date range.

For further information please Dan Hough on 0428 358 101.

 

Affects 1 park nearby. Show list

Applies from Thu 25 Sep 2014, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 26 Sep 2023, 4.14pm

Fire bans: Park fire ban

There is a 'no solid fuel fire policy' in this park all year round. This park fire ban will remain in effect unless otherwise extended or removed. During park fire ban periods, all campfire and solid fuel (wood, heat beads, charcoal, briquettes, hexamite) barbecues and stoves are prohibited. Gas and electric barbecues and cookers are permitted as long as:

  • They're under direct control of an adult
  • The ground within 2m of the barbecue is cleared of all flammable materials
  • There's an adequate supply of water (minimum of a bucket)

If a Total Fire Ban is in place, please contact the local park office before using a gas and/or electric barbecue or cooker. Penalties apply for non-compliance. To find out more about fire bans in parks and reserves, including your responsibilities, visit NSW National Parks safety page.

Affects 1 park nearby. Show list

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/sturt-national-park/local-alerts

Contact

  • in the Outback NSW region
  • Sturt National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.

  • Park entry fees:

    $8 per vehicle per day. The park has coin-operated pay and display machines - please bring correct coins.

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Emergency services

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