Current alerts in this area
Last reviewed: Tue 6 January 2026, 12.00pm
Applies from Wed 7 Jan 2026, 5.00am
to Sat 28 Feb 2026, 11.00pm.
Last reviewed: Tue 6 Jan 2026, 12.00pm.
Other planned events: Sturt National Park - notice of ground shooting operation
Sturt National Park is undertaking a ground pest control operation. This is a notification only and does not affect any visitor locations or campgrounds within Sturt National Park.
For more information, contact the local park office on 08 8091 3308.
Applies from Tue 16 Dec 2025, 9.43am
to Fri 27 Feb 2026, 9.43am.
Last reviewed: Tue 16 Dec 2025, 9.46am.
Other planned events: Ground Pest Control Operation
National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) personnel will be conducting a ground pest control operation on Sturt National Park from 17th December 2025 to the 27th February 2026. This operation will not affect any public areas such as campgrounds.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, The Tibooburra NPWS office on 0880 913 308
Applies from Mon 10 Nov 2025, 6.00am
to Tue 3 Nov 2026, 10.24am.
Last reviewed: Mon 27 Oct 2025, 10.26am.
Other planned events: Night Ground Pest Control Operations
National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) personnel will be conducting a nighttime ground pest control operation on Sturt National Park from 10th November 2025 to the 3rd November 2026. This operation will not affect any public areas such as campgrounds.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, The Tibooburra NPWS office on 0880 913 308
Applies from Mon 4 Dec 2023, 2.40pm.
Last reviewed: Tue 16 Dec 2025, 9.41am.
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, 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.
Affects 17 locations in this park:
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Applies from Wed 7 Jan 2026, 5.00am to Sat 28 Feb 2026, 11.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 6 Jan 2026, 12.07pm
Other planned events: Narriearra Caryapundy Swamp National Park - ground shooting operation
Narriearra Caryapundy Swamp National Park is undertaking a ground pest control operation. This is a notification only and does not affect the campground or any visitor precincts within Narriearra Caryapundy National Park.
For more information, contact the local park office on 08 8091 3308.
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Applies from Thu 25 Sep 2014, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 5 Jan 2026, 9.57am
Fire bans: Park fire ban for Paroo-Darling National Park
There is a 'no solid fuel fire policy' in Paroo-Darling National 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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Applies from Mon 22 Dec 2025, 11.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 22 Dec 2025, 11.02am
Closed parks: Park Closed due to rainfall
Narriearra Caryapundy Swamp National Park is currently closed due to heavy rainfall.
- Many creek crossings & roads are closed and impassable due to severe rainfall causing dangerous conditions.
- Roads are likely to be cut off and there is a high risk of flash flooding
- These areas will re-open as soon as they are safe.
This alert will be updated when conditions change.
Remember, it’s never safe to drive, ride or walk through flood waters, so you’ll need to reschedule your visit and avoid travel through areas in this park. Check Live Traffic NSW for up-to-date information about road closures. For assistance during severe weather visit the NSW SES website. In life-threatening situations call emergency services on Triple Zero (000).
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local Tibooburra NPWS Office on 0880 913 308
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Applies from Tue 16 Dec 2025, 9.41am to Fri 27 Feb 2026, 9.41am. Last reviewed: Tue 16 Dec 2025, 9.44am
Other planned events: Ground Pest Control Operation
National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) personnel will be conducting a ground pest control operation on Narriearra Caryapundy Swamp National Park from 17th December 2025 to the 27th February 2026. This operation will not affect any public areas such as campgrounds.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, The Tibooburra NPWS office on 0880 913 308
Affects 1 park nearby. Show list
Applies from Mon 10 Nov 2025, 6.00am to Tue 3 Nov 2026, 6.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 27 Oct 2025, 10.22am
Other planned events: Night Ground Pest Control Operations
National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) personnel will be conducting a nighttime ground pest control operation on Narriearra Caryapundy Swamp National Park from 10th November 2025 to the 3rd November 2026. This operation will not affect any public areas such as campgrounds.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, The Tibooburra NPWS office on 0880 913 308
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Applies from Mon 4 Dec 2023, 2.40pm. Last reviewed: Tue 16 Dec 2025, 9.41am
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, 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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