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Applies from Mon 29 May 2023, 8.30am. Last reviewed: Tue 30 May 2023, 4.07pm
Hazard reduction burns: Reef Beach HR
There is a planned Hazard Reduction burn in this park from 29/05/2023. The fire is called Reef Beach 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 Mon 29 May 2023, 7.18pm to Mon 17 Jul 2023, 7.21pm. Last reviewed: Mon 29 May 2023, 7.25pm
Closed areas: Clark Island closed for essential wharf maintenance from 01/06/2023 to 17/07/2023
Clark Island closed for essential wharf maintenance from 01/06/2023 to 17/07/2023.
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Applies from Fri 8 Oct 2021, 9.33am. Last reviewed: Mon 29 May 2023, 2.43pm
Closed areas: North Head scenic area closures
The following areas in the North Head scenic area will be closed until the beginning of June 2023:
- Fairfax walking track
- Fairfax lookout
- Fairfax carpark and bus stop
These areas are closed while new lookouts are being built. Find out more about this project on this web page. These closures may be extended without notice.
The following areas remain open:
- North Head Scenic Drive and loop road are open to vehicles.
- The bus stop opposite the Bella Vista Café is open.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the Sydney North area office on 02 9451 3479 between 9.30am and 4pm, Monday to Friday.
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Applies from Thu 11 May 2023, 7.00am to Sat 30 Sep 2023, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 26 May 2023, 2.18pm
Other planned events: Cape Solander – partial carpark closure
While contractors work on the upgrade of Cape Baily track, they will occupy part of the Cape Solander carpark. Approximately 8 car bays on the west side of Cape Solander Drive will be fenced and occupied, and work crews will be on site.
We apologise for any inconvenience.
For more information, please email or call NPWS Sydney South on 02 9668 2010.
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Applies from Wed 22 Mar 2023, 2.18pm to Tue 31 Oct 2023, 2.28pm. Last reviewed: Thu 25 May 2023, 7.58am
Other planned events: Toilet blocks closed for upgrade works
Three toilet blocks in Georges River National Park will be closed for upgrades from mid June to October 2023. Temporary toilets will be available during the construction period.
Picnic areas will remain open during the works.
For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 9542 0648.
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Applies from Thu 25 May 2023, 9.04am to Fri 2 Jun 2023, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 24 May 2023, 2.10pm
Safety alerts: Notice of Pest Control Operations
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a fox trapping program at North Head from Thursday 25 May to Friday 2 June 2023.
Please keep to marked trails and follow safety signage.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the local office.
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Applies from Tue 9 May 2023, 7.53am to Wed 16 Aug 2023, 7.54am. Last reviewed: Fri 19 May 2023, 11.40am
Closed areas: Jennifer Street boardwalk closed for upgrade
Jennifer Street boardwalk is closed from the Monday 22 May 2023 to early August 2023 while it is being upgraded. Please use alternative entrances to the park during this time.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Mon 15 May 2023, 7.00am to Sat 30 Sep 2023, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 19 May 2023, 11.37am
Other planned events: Cape Baily walking track upgrade
Cape Baily walking track will be upgraded between May and September 2023. A new boardwalk will be installed. Temporary diversions around the work area are required, but the track will remain open for visitors.
Please do not enter any fenced areas.
For more information, email or call NPWS Sydney South on 02 9668 2010.
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Applies from Mon 22 May 2023, 9.00am to Wed 31 May 2023, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Sun 28 May 2023, 3.15pm
Closed areas: Inscription Point/The Steps access temporary closure
The walking track leading down to Inscription Point, also known as 'The Steps' diving spot, at Kurnell will be temporarily closed between Tuesday 30 May and Wednesday 31 May 2023. This is due to bush regeneration rope work and revegetation in the area.
Please do not enter any fenced areas.
For more information, email or call NPWS Sydney South on 02 9668 2010.
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Applies from Mon 15 May 2023, 8.00am to Fri 30 Jun 2023, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 12 May 2023, 3.59pm
Other planned events: Commemoration Flat partial closures
Archaeological investigations are being carried out at Commemoration Flat, involving test pits at selected locations. Work areas will be fenced. Please do not enter these areas.
We apologise for any inconvenience.
For more information, email or call NPWS Sydney South on 02 9668 2010.
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Applies from Wed 31 Mar 2021, 11.53am. Last reviewed: Wed 10 May 2023, 6.42pm
Closed areas: Bluefish Point closed
The Bluefish Point bushland area is closed to public access for public safety and to protect important plant and animal communities. For your safety and to help conserve the landscape, please stay on sign-posted walking tracks when visiting Sydney Harbour National Park.
Shelly Beach to Bluefish walking track is open.
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Applies from Mon 1 May 2023, 3.26pm to Wed 31 May 2023, 3.26pm. Last reviewed: Wed 10 May 2023, 6.39pm
Closed areas: Middle Head - Inner fort closed for maintenance works
The Inner Fort at Middle Head is closed from Monday 1 May 2023 until Wednesday 31 May 2023 due to maintenance works. The outer fort remains open.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Tue 19 May 2020, 4.18pm. Last reviewed: Fri 5 May 2023, 12.32pm
Closed areas: Closed areas due to rifle range operations
The eastern section of Malabar Headland National Park will be closed on the following dates/times due to rifle range operations:
- Every Saturday, 8am to 5pm
- Every 1st, 3rd and 5th Sunday of the month, 8am to 5pm
- Please note: There will be no shooting on the 1st and 3rd Sundays in June. Instead for the month of June 2023 only, shooting activities will take place on the 2nd and 4th Sundays. Saturdays will remain as usual.
- Service Rifle Championships, Saturday 10 June and Sunday 11 June 2023
- DRA Weekend, Saturday 24 June to Sunday 25 June 2023
- Schools Practice and Competition Week, Tuesday 11 July to Friday 14 July 2023
Do not enter the eastern section of the park (including Boora Point walking track) when:
- Red flags are flying above the range
- The 'rifle range in use' warning signs are displayed at the park entry (South Maroubra Beach and Fishermans Road carpark)
- Park entry gates are closed.
The western section of the park (Western Escarpment walking track) is open when the rifle range is in use.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local area office on 02 9337 5511 or the ANZAC Rifle Range on 02 9661 4532.
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Applies from Sat 17 Oct 2020, 10.59pm. Last reviewed: Mon 22 May 2023, 12.50pm
Closed areas: North Head partial closure
Some parts of North Head in Sydney Harbour National Park are closed due to fire damage and geological instability. The closed areas include:
- Bluefish Point
- Wastewater Treatment Plant emergency access road
- Fairfax lookouts
Do not enter the closed areas.
Open areas include:
- Q Station
- North Head Sanctuary and Bella Vista Cafe (entry via North Fort)
- Parking areas at North Fort
- The track between Shelly Beach and Bluefish Drive
- Bluefish Drive to the Avenue of Honour
- Collins Flat Beach
- Collins Beach Road
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the National Parks Contact Centre on 1300 072 757 or Sydney North area office on 02 9451 3479 between 9.30am and 4pm, Monday to Friday.
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Applies from Tue 31 Jan 2023, 10.02pm to Tue 1 Aug 2023, 2.03am. Last reviewed: Fri 17 Mar 2023, 4.03pm
Other planned events: 1080 feral animal management
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service will be conducting a baiting program using manufactured baits, fresh baits and Canid Pest Ejectors (CPEs) containing 1080 poison (sodium fluroacetate) for the control of foxes. The program is continuous and ongoing between Wednesday 1 February and Monday 31 July 2023 in the following areas:
- Chowder Bay and Dobroyd, Bradleys, Georges, Middle and North Headlands
- North Head includes the adjoining land of Sydney Harbour Federation Trust, Australian Institute of Police Management and Quarantine Station.
Don’t touch baits or ejector devices.
All baiting locations are 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.
Fox baiting in these reserves is aimed at reducing their impact on threatened species.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information contact the NPWS Middle Head office on 02 9960 6266 or North Head Sanctuary Manly (Harbour Trust Lands) on 02 8969 2128 during business hours, or 1300 056 294 outside business hours.
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Applies from Wed 13 Oct 2021, 4.28pm. Last reviewed: Tue 14 Mar 2023, 8.56am
Closed areas: Kurnell Visitor Centre closed for upgrades
Kurnell Visitor Centre is currently closed until further notice. The site is being prepared for a new visitor centre as part of the Kamay 2020 Project.
Learn more about the improvements being made as part of the Kamay 2020 Master Plan Project or email the local area office.
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Applies from Tue 24 Jan 2023, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 14 Mar 2023, 7.11am
Closed areas: Gardeners Cottage closure
Gardeners Cottage will not be available for bookings until the replacement of the concrete seawall at Shark Beach, Nielsen Park has been completed. For more information on the seawall replacement please visit the project website or call the NPWS Vaucluse office on 02 9337 5511.
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Applies from Fri 3 Feb 2023, 12.17pm. Last reviewed: Tue 14 Mar 2023, 7.06am
Closed areas: Shark Beach and northern section of Nielsen Park closed
Shark Beach and the northern section of Nielsen Park are closed while the concrete seawall at Nielsen Park is being replaced. For more information on this project, please visit the project webpage or phone the NPWS Sydney South office on 02 9337 5511.
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Applies from Mon 26 Dec 2022, 12.25pm. Last reviewed: Thu 18 May 2023, 12.59pm
Closed areas: Areas of North Head closed
Some areas of Sydney Harbour National Park are closed for public safety due to steep and unstable ground. The closed areas are:
- Old Man's Hat
- Cannae Point
- Quarantine Head
The bushland surrounding these areas is also closed.
The following main visitor areas will remain open:
- Q Station
- North Head car parks
- Collins Flat Beach
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Wed 5 Dec 2018, 7.23pm. Last reviewed: Sat 15 Apr 2023, 9.03am
Other planned events: North Head Scenic Drive gate opening times
The North Head Scenic Drive gate opening times are:
- From 1 October to 31 March - from 5am to 8.30pm
- From 1 April to 30 September - 6am to 6pm
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Applies from Mon 9 Jul 2018, 11.06am. Last reviewed: Fri 5 May 2023, 4.22pm
Closed areas: Fort Denison closed
Fort Denison is currently closed.
Conservation and upgrade works are currently underway. Key elements include the construction of a new accessible wharf and maintenance and upgrade to buildings and services. Fort Denison will be closed to visitors until these works have been completed.
Penalties apply for non-compliance.
Standard work hours during the construction phase will be between:
- 7am and 6pm Monday to Friday
- 8am and 1pm on Saturday
For more information, visit the project webpage or call the NPWS Sydney South area office on 02 9337 5511. Visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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