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Applies from Thu 8 Aug 2019, 7.59pm. Last reviewed: Sat 21 Sep 2019, 3.43pm
Fires - Advice: Kerriki Forest
There is a fire in this park called Kerriki Forest. 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 Fri 9 Aug 2019, 3.02pm. Last reviewed: Sat 21 Sep 2019, 2.45pm
Fires - Advice: Old Station Rd, Verges Creek
There is a fire in this park called Old Station Rd, Verges Creek. 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 9 Sep 2019, 11.18pm. Last reviewed: Sat 21 Sep 2019, 12.34pm
Fires - Advice: Cooperabung Range Rd, Gum Scrub
There is a fire in this park called Cooperabung Range Rd, Gum Scrub. 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 5 Aug 2019, 9.25am. Last reviewed: Sat 21 Sep 2019, 10.18am
Fires - Advice: Gilmores Gully Fire
There is a fire in this park called Gilmores Gully 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 Mon 9 Sep 2019, 3.44pm. Last reviewed: Sat 21 Sep 2019, 8.58am
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, please contact the local park office before using a gas and 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 9 Sep 2019, 3.44pm. Last reviewed: Thu 19 Sep 2019, 12.18pm
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, please contact the local park office before using a gas and 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 16 Sep 2019, 9.12am to Mon 30 Sep 2019, 9.08am. Last reviewed: Mon 16 Sep 2019, 9.12am
Closed parks: Cathedral Rock National Park closed - Active wildfire impacting park
This park is closed due to bushfire, unless the closure is otherwise extended or removed. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the Armidale regional office on 02 6776 0000 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Sun 15 Sep 2019, 8.54am. Last reviewed: Mon 16 Sep 2019, 8.43am
Closed areas: Jacky Barker campground closed
Jacky Barker campground and access trails are closed due to a bushfire until at least Friday 20 September 2019. This closure may be extended and any extension will be posted as soon as possible.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the local NPWS office or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Thu 12 Sep 2019, 2.21pm to Mon 30 Sep 2019, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Thu 12 Sep 2019, 2.23pm
Closed parks: Park closed due to bushfire
This park is closed due to bushfire until Tuesday 1 October 2019 unless the closure is otherwise extended or removed. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please call 02 6561 6700 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Mon 9 Sep 2019, 10.42am. Last reviewed: Mon 9 Sep 2019, 11.41am
Closed areas: Areas closed due to wildfires
Some areas of this park are closed due to wildfire. The closed areas are:
- Halls Peak
- East Kunderang
This closure may be extended and any extension will be posted as soon as possible. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Armidale office on 02 6738 9100 or the Walcha office on 02 6777 4700. Or, visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Thu 5 Sep 2019, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Thu 5 Sep 2019, 1.32pm
Fire bans: Park Fire Ban - Coffs Coast area
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, please contact the local park office before using a gas and 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 Wed 4 Sep 2019, 4.05pm to Tue 31 Mar 2020, 4.05pm. Last reviewed: Wed 4 Sep 2019, 4.05pm
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, please contact the local park office before using a gas and 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 Wed 4 Sep 2019, 3.57pm to Tue 31 Mar 2020, 3.47pm. Last reviewed: Wed 4 Sep 2019, 3.57pm
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, please contact the local park office before using a gas and 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 Wed 1 May 2019, 10.30am. Last reviewed: Sat 24 Aug 2019, 2.02pm
Hazard reduction burns: NPWS HR Lemon Tree SFAZ
There is a fire in this park called NPWS HR Lemon Tree SFAZ. 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 Fri 23 Aug 2019, 11.26am. Last reviewed: Fri 30 Aug 2019, 3.46pm
Closed areas: Dingo Tops picnic area and campground closed
The following areas are closed due to bushfire:
- Dingo Tops picnic area and Dingo Tops campground
- Mountain Brush and Rainforest walking tracks off Dingo Tops picnic area
- Knodingbul Road south of Dingo Tops Road to Koala Road
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please call the NPWS Manning area office on 02 6552 4097 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Mon 29 Jul 2019, 3.40pm to Fri 28 Feb 2020, 3.40pm. Last reviewed: Thu 29 Aug 2019, 4.10pm
Other planned events: 1080 fox baiting program - Gaagal Wanggaan National Park
Visitors and residents in the Scotts Head, Gumma Reserve and Nambucca areas should be aware that a 1080 fox baiting program is being conducted in Gaagal Wanggaan National Park. This program will run from Tuesday 6 August 2019 to Friday 28 February 2020.
Dogs are not permitted in NSW national parks. Non-target animals may be affected by 1080 baits. Please ensure that dogs are not exposed to the risk of poison baits.
This program is vitally important to the long-term survival of threatened and endangered shorebirds, such as the little tern.
For more information, call the NPWS Coffs Coast area office on 02 6652 0900.
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Applies from Fri 10 May 2019, 1.48pm to Mon 30 Sep 2019, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 10 May 2019, 3.30pm
Closed areas: Smoky Cape Lighthouse Keepers' Cottages closed
Smoky Cape Lighthouse Keepers' Cottages are closed for maintenance until further notice. Visitors can still access the lighthouse and lookout.
For more information, please contact npws.property@environment.nsw.gov.au.
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Applies from Tue 18 Dec 2018, 2.30pm. Last reviewed: Tue 29 Jan 2019, 3.00pm
Closed areas: Wollomombi Falls main lookout closed
The main viewing platform at Wollomombi Falls visitor area has identified structural deterioration. It will be closed until repairs can be completed and the structure has been certified as safe.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. Visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Mon 17 Dec 2018, 8.40pm to Mon 3 Feb 2020, 8.38pm. Last reviewed: Tue 18 Dec 2018, 10.34am
Other incidents: Wilson River picnic area - gas barbecues not available
The gas barbecues are not in operation at Wilson River picnic area in Willi Willi National Park.
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Applies from Fri 15 May 2015, 2.27pm. Last reviewed: Mon 1 May 2017, 9.29am
Safety alerts: Potential rock falls - Little Bay and Trial Bay
The granite cliffs surrounding Trial Bay and Little Bay are prone to rock fall. Do not climb cliffs or walk close to cliff edges. For further information please call Trial Bay Gaol on (02) 6566 6168.
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