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Applies from Sat 23 Feb 2019, 8.56am. Last reviewed: Sat 23 Feb 2019, 8.56am
Safety alerts: Dangerous Seas
Dangerous / destructive seas and extreme tide events making beach driving, surfing, swimming, boating and fishing hazardous.
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Applies from Sat 23 Feb 2019, 8.50am. Last reviewed: Sat 23 Feb 2019, 8.51am
Closed areas: Bombah Point Ferry
Tracks and trails closure - (prior warning/24 hour duration)
All walking tracks and trails in this park are closed due to (dangerous fire weather conditions/storm/other) for the entire 24 hour period. 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 (INSERT: local visitor or area office phone number eg. (02) XXXX XXXX) or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
Partial closure – precinct/locality/remote locations/particular tracks or trails (immediate effect/known duration)
Some areas of this park are closed due to (bushfire/dangerous fire weather conditions/storm/other). This closure may be extended and any extension will be posted as soon as possible. Closed areas are:
- Bombah Point Ferry is closed due to high winds / rough water
- Access to Myall Lakes NP south via Hawkes Nest only at this time.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact (add local visitor or area office phone number) or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
Partial closure – precinct/locality/remote locations/particular tracks or trails (prior warning/24 hour duration)
Some areas of this park are closed due to (dangerous fire weather conditions/storm/other) for the entire 24 hour period. This closure may be extended and any extension will be posted as soon as possible. Closed areas are:
Penalties apply for non-compliance . For more information, please contact (INSERT: local visitor or area office phone number eg. (02) XXXX XXXX) or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
Partial closure – precinct/locality/remote locations/particular tracks or trails (prior warning/known duration)
Some areas of this park are closed due to (dangerous fire weather conditions/storm/SPC/maintenance/other), unless the closure is otherwise extended or removed. Closed areas are:
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact (INSERT: local visitor or area office phone number eg. (02) XXXX XXXX) or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Fri 22 Feb 2019, 5.00pm to Sun 24 Feb 2019, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 22 Feb 2019, 5.09pm
Closed parks: Worimi National Park, Regional Park and State Conservation Area closed - dangerous beach conditions
These parks are closed from 5pm on Friday 22 February to 6pm on Sunday 24 February 2019, due to extreme weather conditions. There are strong wind warnings, and large swells, tides and powerful surf conditions are forecast.
For safety reasons, Worimi Conservation Lands and pre-booked campgrounds are closed. Refunds or re-bookings are available to all campers with existing campground bookings. NSW National Parks staff are monitoring the conditions over the weekend.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please call the NPWS Nelson Bay area office on 02 4984 8200 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Fri 22 Feb 2019, 12.46pm. Last reviewed: Fri 22 Feb 2019, 12.52pm
Closed areas: Samurai Beach closed
Samurai Beach is closed because of dangerous weather conditions. 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 Hunter Coast area office on 02 4989 8200, or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Mon 18 Feb 2019, 1.28pm. Last reviewed: Mon 18 Feb 2019, 1.39pm
Other planned events: 1080 wild dog control program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service will be conducting a wild dog control program from Monday 11 March 2019 until Sunday 5 May 2019 in parts of Myall Lakes and Ghin-Doo-Ee national parks. The program will involve trapping and the use of 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison baits. The program is part of a wider cooperative program being conducted in conjunction with Local Land Services, Forestry Corp, Mid Coast Council and the Bulahdelah and District Wild Dog Control Group.
Domestic animals are highly susceptible to 1080 poison and people are reminded that domestic animals are not permitted in nature reserves, national parks or state conservation areas. Pet owners and landholders must ensure their pets and working dogs do not enter the baiting locations. Bait locations will be identified through signage placed on the main entrance points to these areas.
For further information contact the NPWS Manning Great Lakes area office on 02 6591 0300 during business hours.
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Applies from Thu 26 Jan 2017, 12.49pm. Last reviewed: Fri 15 Feb 2019, 2.43pm
Closed areas: Middle Ridge Road - fire trail closed
Middle Ridge Road is closed from the intersection of Null Road. No vehicle or pedestrian access to Ravensdale Road. This trail is dormant and not open for public use. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Lakes area office on 02 4972 9000 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Tue 26 Sep 2017, 11.51am to Sun 31 Mar 2019, 11.51am. Last reviewed: Fri 15 Feb 2019, 11.44am
Safety alerts: Avoid travelling into Watagans National Park during high fire danger
Visitors are reminded to avoid travelling into remote parks when there is a high fire danger and Total Fire ban due to hot, dry and windy conditions. Watagans National Park and Jilliby State Conservation Area are both remote parks and heavily timbered forests. The roads are narrow, and facility areas such as camping areas, picnic areas, and lookout points are located at the ends of minor roads and trails with no refuge areas.
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Applies from Fri 1 Feb 2019, 3.02pm to Tue 30 Apr 2019, 2.54pm. Last reviewed: Wed 20 Feb 2019, 12.29pm
Safety alerts: Bombah Point ferry affected by low lake water levels
The Bombah Point ferry is currently taking fewer vehicles per trip because of low lake water levels. The ferry will only take vehicles weighing up to 4 tonnes. The service may need to close temporarily during low tide or other conditions which may affect its operation.
For more information, call the NSW National Parks Manning Great Lakes area office on 02 6591 0300 during business hours.
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Applies from Thu 17 Jan 2019, 12.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 18 Feb 2019, 1.07pm
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, 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. Find 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 Fri 4 Jan 2019, 1.28pm. Last reviewed: Fri 15 Feb 2019, 3.50pm
Closed areas: Morisset picnic area
The Morisset section of Lake Macquarie State Conservation Area is closed from Thursday 20 December 2018. There is restricted access to the Morisset Hospital Site and Lake Macquarie State Conservation Area foreshore and Morisset picnic area. Alternative picnic areas are located in the Lake Macquarie Council area in and around the Morisset and Bonnells Bay foreshores. There is no public access to view the kangaroos that frequent the hospital site.
Members of the public can contact the hospital administrative office on 02 4973 0222. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact Central Coast area office on 02 4972 9000 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Wed 24 Oct 2018, 10.04am. Last reviewed: Mon 26 Nov 2018, 9.38am
Other planned events: Wild dog trapping program
Some areas are closed in Werakata National Park until Friday 30 November 2018 due to a trapping program targeting wild dogs and foxes. The closed areas are:
- Brickmans trail
- Miners trail
- London trail
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 Lower Hunter area office phone number 02 4946 4100 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Thu 15 Feb 2018, 10.30am. Last reviewed: Mon 5 Mar 2018, 10.21am
Closed areas: Rainforest walk to Riverside Park - closed due to fire
Rainforest walk to Riverside Park is closed due to a fire in Hunter Wetlands National Park. This area will remain closed until a tree assessment is carried out in this area, unless the closure is otherwise extended or removed.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Lower Hunter area office on (02) 4946 4100 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Wed 15 Nov 2017, 1.09pm. Last reviewed: Sat 16 Dec 2017, 8.04am
Safety alerts: Yambo Forest Road
Yambo Forest Road in Jilliby State Conservation Area is not suitable for 2WD vehicles due to rain and possible vehicle damage. 4WD access is possible from Dooralong Road through to the Lemon Tree Road intersection. Lemon Tree Road remains closed.
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Applies from Wed 15 Nov 2017, 1.04pm. Last reviewed: Sat 3 Mar 2018, 3.11pm
Safety alerts: Watagan Forest Road
Watagan Forest Road in Jilliby State Conservation Area and the southern section of Wyong State Forest is not suitable for 2WD vehicles due to rain and vehicle damage. 4WD access is available from the Jilliby Road access in the south, north to the Middle Ridge Road Intersection.
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Applies from Mon 10 Jul 2017, 3.04pm. Last reviewed: Wed 16 Aug 2017, 6.26pm
Other planned events: 1080 fox baiting program underway
A 1080 fox baiting program is being conducted at Tomago and Hexham within Hunter Wetlands National Park. 1080 poison can affect non-target species including cats and dogs. The pubic are advised not to allow their pets to stray into these sections of Hunter Wetlands National Park. Domestic pets are not allowed in Hunter Wetlands National Park, either on a leash or off-leash. The baiting program will finish on 11 September 2017.
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Applies from Sat 15 Apr 2017, 3.21pm to Tue 31 Dec 2019, 11.07am. Last reviewed: Fri 15 Feb 2019, 12.01pm
Safety alerts: Watagan Forest Road, Jilliby State Conservation Area section
Watagan Forest Road within Jilliby State Conservation Area is now not suitable for 2WD vehicles due to rain and 4WD damage. Drivers of 2WD vehicles are advised not to drive south along Watagan Forest Road from the Martinsville Hill Road intersection.
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Applies from Sun 2 Oct 2016, 3.52pm. Last reviewed: Fri 15 Feb 2019, 1.09pm
Safety alerts: Red Hill Road - some sections 4WD only
Red Hill Road in Jilliby State Conservation Area is only accessible by 4WD vehicles between Red Hill Quarry in the north and the intersection of Prestons Ridge Road in the south.
For more information, please call the Central Coast Lake Munmorah area office on 02 4972 9000.
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Applies from Mon 4 Jul 2016, 9.41am. Last reviewed: Tue 16 Aug 2016, 12.24pm
Closed areas: Maculata fire trail and Daniels Point fire trail
Maculata fire trail west from Jilliby Road linking to Daniels Point fire trail and Watagan Forest Road are closed due to 4WD damaged roads and trails. There is no through road access across Little Jilliby Jilliby Creek in either direction. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact NPWS Lakes area office on (02) 4972 9000 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Thu 25 Sep 2014, 3.51pm. Last reviewed: Fri 15 Feb 2019, 2.11pm
Closed areas: Click Creek fire trail and Slippery Rock Road
Click Creek fire trail is closed due to extensive storm damage. The trail will remain closed until maintenance works can be completed. Slippery Rock Road is closed due to eroded surfaces making conditions unsafe. The road will reopen, subject to conditions, once maintenance work is completed. Penalties apply for non-compliance For more information, please contact the NPWS Lakes area office on (02) 4972 9000 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Fri 1 May 2015, 3.29pm. Last reviewed: Fri 15 Feb 2019, 3.33pm
Safety alerts: Road access in Jilliby State Conservation Area
Roads in Jilliby State Conservation Area are unsealed, and accessible by 2WD in dry conditions only. 4WD's should be used at all other times. Gates may be temporarily closed on some roads, for roadworks, to prevent damage when wet. For more information, please call the Central Coast Lake Munmorah area office on 02 4972 9000.
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Applies from Thu 25 Sep 2014, 3.40pm. Last reviewed: Fri 15 Feb 2019, 3.29pm
Closed areas: Lemon Tree Forest Road closed
Lemon Tree Forest Road, between Prickly Ridge Road and Yambo Forest Road, in Jilliby State Conservation Area is closed to vehicles. This closure will remain in place indefinitely due to severe erosion. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Lakes area office on 02 4972 9000 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Thu 14 May 2015, 10.45am. Last reviewed: Wed 13 Jul 2016, 10.14am
Safety alerts: No driving on the dunes, except for the Recreational Vehicle Area
Drive only on the waterfront, or in the Recreational Vehicle Area (RVA).
- All dunes between the Lavis Lane and Anna Bay accesses are closed to driving.
- The RVA, which is located south of the Lavis Lane access, is open for dune driving.
Tide warning: At high tide, sections of the beach may be impassable, plan your trip to travel at low tide. If the beach front is too narrow to pass safely, retrace your route. Do not attempt to bypass around the dunes. It is recommended you do not drive on the beach 2 hours before and after high tide. Visit the Bureau of Meteorology website for further information
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Applies from Fri 24 Jul 2015, 9.46am. Last reviewed: Mon 8 Aug 2016, 10.23am
Closed areas: Fingal Island Spit - Closure
Some areas of this park are closed due to weather and storm conditions. This closure may be extended and any extension will be posted as soon as possible. The closed area is:
- Fingal Island Spit - No pedestrian or vehicle access between mainland and Fingal Island
For more information, please phone the NPWS Hunter coast area office on (02) 4984 8205 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Tue 7 Oct 2014, 1.53pm. Last reviewed: Tue 22 Nov 2016, 2.14pm
Closed areas: Parts of Sugarloaf State Conservation Area are closed to the public
Parts of Sugarloaf State Conservation Area are closed for approved underground mining operations. The affected areas (see map) have been closed to protect visitor safety because they are subject to subsidence and remediation activities from the mining operations.
The Great North Walk remains open. An update will be provided should this situation change.
Visitors to the park are asked to be aware of subsidence and pollution incidents that took place in this in 2013, which were greater than what was expected from normal mining operations. They included a cliff fall in the north, and a subsidence and grout leak incident in the central part of Sugarloaf State Conservation Area. Further details can be found on the Office of Environment and Heritage website.
If you are planning to visit the park during this time, please stay on formed tracks and trails and observe all barriers, warning signs and safety messages. Areas subject to possible cliff fall or subsidence in both areas of the park are clearly marked. For more information, contact the NPWS Lower Hunter area office on (02) 4946 4100. NSW National Parks safety page.
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Applies from Fri 1 May 2015, 3.27pm. Last reviewed: Fri 15 Feb 2019, 3.28pm
Safety alerts: Access to park during wet weather
Roads in Watagans National Park are unsealed, and accessible by 2WD in dry conditions only. 4WDs should be used at all other times. Gates and roads may be temporarily closed to prevent damage when wet. Please contact the NPWS Lake Munmorah area office on 02 4972 9000 for more information.
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Applies from Mon 29 Sep 2014, 2.32pm. Last reviewed: Mon 8 Aug 2016, 12.00pm
Closed areas: Barbecue out of order Sugar Creek picnic area
The barbecue at Sugar Creek picnic area is out of service. For more information, please contact the NPWS Great Lakes area office on (02) 6591 0300 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Thu 14 May 2015, 10.41am. Last reviewed: Wed 13 Jul 2016, 10.14am
Closed areas: Camping at Stockton Beach closed
Camping at Stockton Beach remains closed until further notice - Stockton Bight Camping remains closed while the area continues to recover, following severe winter storms.The beach is still open for people to visit, and there are a large variety of commercial tours available daily. For more information visit www.worimiconservationlands.com or call NPWS at Nelson Bay on (02) 4984 8200. For information on alternative accommodation options call the Port Stephens Visitor Information Centre on 1800 808 900.
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Applies from Wed 21 Jun 2017, 1.34pm. Last reviewed: Tue 19 Feb 2019, 11.51am
Closed areas: Crawford River Road closed - Myall Lakes National Park section
Crawford River Road in Myall Lakes National Park is closed to vehicles until further notice due to a collapsed timber bridge. NPWS apologises for any inconvenience caused to visitors. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Great Lakes area office on 02 6591 0300 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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