Current alerts in this area
Last reviewed: Fri 24 March 2023, 9.31am
Applies from Mon 27 Mar 2023, 7.00am
to Sun 2 Apr 2023, 8.00pm.
Last reviewed: Thu 23 Mar 2023, 9.29am.
Closed areas: Partial park closure for aerial pest control operation
An aerial pest control operation is scheduled to take place in Warrumbungle National Park over a three day period (determined by weather conditions) from Wednesday 29 March 2023 to Sunday 2 April 2023.
During operations, some areas of the park will be closed and clearly signposted with closure notices. The closures will impact access to all walking tracks and visitor areas (except for those listed below), typically for a 24hr period.
The following areas will remain open for the duration of the operation:
- Camp Blackman
- Camp Walaay
- Warrumbungle National Park Visitor Information Centre
- Whitegum lookout
- Canyon picnic area
- Wambelong nature track
- Gurianawa track
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information please contact the Warrumbungle National Park Visitor Centre on 02 6825 4364.
This pest control program will target goats and aims to reduce the significant impact they have on heritage sites, native plants and animals, including threatened species. Other pest animals, including pigs, cats, foxes and wild dogs will be targeted if observed during the operation.
Affects 33 locations in this park:
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Applies from Tue 7 Mar 2023, 12.00am
to Thu 6 Apr 2023, 5.00pm.
Last reviewed: Wed 15 Mar 2023, 2.17pm.
Closed areas: West Spirey Creek walking track closed
West Spirey Creek walking track is closed from Tuesday 7 March 2023 for maintenance and renewal work. The current estimated reopening time for this track is Thursday 6 April 2023.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Warrumbungle Visitor Centre on 02 6825 4364.
Applies from Mon 12 Dec 2022, 6.00am
to Fri 31 Mar 2023, 11.59pm.
Last reviewed: Fri 24 Mar 2023, 9.31am.
Other planned events: Fire ban: 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.
Affects 34 locations in this park:
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Applies from Fri 16 Aug 2019, 2.44pm
to Wed 1 Jan 2025, 2.39pm.
Last reviewed: Mon 6 Mar 2023, 9.04am.
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 baiting
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) carries out continuous 1080 baiting in Warrumbungle National Park for the control of foxes. Meat baits and canid pest ejectors (CPE's) containing 1080 sodium fluoroacetate poison are laid in the Park north of Timor Road/John Renshaw Parkway.
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, and 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.
This program protects the endangered brush-tailed rock-wallaby. For more information, contact the NPWS Castlereagh area office on 02 6843 4000.
Applies from Tue 6 Sep 2022, 4.34pm
to Fri 30 Jun 2023, 4.37pm.
Last reviewed: Wed 15 Mar 2023, 2.17pm.
Closed areas: Hurleys camp closed
Hurleys camp and walking track in Warrumbungle National Park is closed from Monday 8 August 2022 until further notice due to hazardous trees.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Warrumbungle National Park Visitor Information Centre on 02 6825 4364.
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Applies from Tue 28 Mar 2023, 12.11pm to Sun 2 Apr 2023, 12.12pm. Last reviewed: Tue 28 Mar 2023, 12.13pm
Closed areas: Areas closed for hazard reduction burning
Some parts of this park are closed for hazard reduction burning Thursday 30 March to Sunday 2 April 2023. The closed areas are:
- Terembone Rd
- Margos Rd
- I Line Rd
- H Line Rd
Penalties apply for non-compliance. The burns are called Margos HR and Terembone HR. For more information, contact the local NPWS office or visit the Rural Fire Service website.
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Applies from Sat 12 Feb 2022, 4.16pm. Last reviewed: Fri 24 Mar 2023, 8.48am
Safety alerts: Changed road conditions
Roads in Timmallallie National Park are rough in some sections because of erosion caused by heavy rainfall. Road conditions may change quickly following rainfall. Never drive through floodwater.
For more information, contact the Pilliga Forest Discovery Centre on 02 6843 4011.
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Applies from Thu 2 Feb 2023, 9.20am. Last reviewed: Fri 3 Mar 2023, 6.24am
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.
Although some dry weather has occurred, access trails can still have rough surfaces and will require maintenance.
Vehicles that enter the park may still become bogged or need specialist recovery.
Please reduce speed, drive to conditions, and be aware of your surroundings.
For more information, contact the NPWS Dubbo area office on 02 6841 7100.
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Applies from Mon 12 Dec 2022, 6.00am to Fri 31 Mar 2023, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Fri 24 Mar 2023, 9.31am
Other planned events: Fire ban: 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 Sun 29 Dec 2019, 1.38pm. Last reviewed: Mon 20 Mar 2023, 2.42pm
Closed areas: Roads closed in Pilliga Forest
Some roads in Pilliga West State Conservation Area and Pilliga West National Park are closed due to subsidence damage. Take care when driving in the area. Please obey all closure notices.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, call Pilliga Forest Discovery Centre on 02 6843 4011 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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