Current alerts in this area
Last reviewed: Tue 13 October 2020, 9.08am
Applies from Tue 6 Oct 2020, 11.37am.
Last reviewed: Wed 7 Oct 2020, 4.18pm.
Closed parks: Reserve closed to visitors including bushwalkers
Yathong Nature Reserve, Nombinnie Nature Reserve, Nombinnie State Conservation Area and Round Hill Nature Reserve are closed to visitors including bushwalkers. The reserves do not contain any visitor facilities and camping is not permitted. All management trails are closed to the public.
Plan a visit to other parks in western NSW instead, including Willandra National Park, Kinchega National Park, Mungo National Park, Mutawintji National Park and Sturt National Park. Please check for alerts relating to these parks before your visit.
For more information, please call the Bathurst office on 02 6332 7640.
Applies from Mon 19 Oct 2020, 6.00am
to Fri 30 Oct 2020, 7.00pm.
Last reviewed: Tue 13 Oct 2020, 9.08am.
Closed parks: Park closed due to pest control program
This park will be closed to all visitors from Monday 19 October to Friday 30 October 2020 for an aerial pest control operation. This program will target deer, goats, pigs and foxes, and aims to reduce the significant impact they have on native plants and animals including threatened species.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Dubbo office on 02 6841 7100.
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Applies from Tue 6 Oct 2020, 11.37am. Last reviewed: Wed 7 Oct 2020, 4.18pm
Closed parks: Reserve closed to visitors including bushwalkers
Yathong Nature Reserve, Nombinnie Nature Reserve, Nombinnie State Conservation Area and Round Hill Nature Reserve are closed to visitors including bushwalkers. The reserves do not contain any visitor facilities and camping is not permitted. All management trails are closed to the public.
Plan a visit to other parks in western NSW instead, including Willandra National Park, Kinchega National Park, Mungo National Park, Mutawintji National Park and Sturt National Park. Please check for alerts relating to these parks before your visit.
For more information, please call the Bathurst office on 02 6332 7640.
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Applies from Mon 12 Oct 2020, 12.08am to Thu 1 Apr 2021, 7.22am. Last reviewed: Tue 6 Oct 2020, 9.10am
Fire bans: Park fire ban - Riverina 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, 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 Mon 19 Oct 2020, 6.00am to Fri 30 Oct 2020, 7.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 13 Oct 2020, 9.08am
Closed parks: Park closed due to pest control program
This park will be closed to all visitors from Monday 19 October to Friday 30 October 2020 for an aerial pest control operation. This program will target deer, goats, pigs and foxes, and aims to reduce the significant impact they have on native plants and animals including threatened species.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Dubbo office on 02 6841 7100.
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Applies from Thu 3 Sep 2020, 12.25pm. Last reviewed: Mon 5 Oct 2020, 8.39am
Other planned events: 1080 Ground baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a ground baiting program using Canid Pest Ejectors (CPE) that contain 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes. The program will be ongoing between Thursday 17 September 2020 and Wednesday 17 March 2021 along management trails in Tollingo Nature Reserve and Woggoon Nature Reserve.
Readily identifiable 1080 poison signs have been positioned at trail entry points or trail junctions throughout the reserve.
Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW national parks and reserves. Pest and working dogs may be affected (1080 is lethal to cats and dogs). Pets and working dogs should be restrained or muzzled in the vicinity and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
For further information please call the NPWS Central West area office at Bathurst on 02 6332 7640.
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Applies from Fri 7 Aug 2020, 11.25am to Fri 6 Nov 2020, 11.26am. Last reviewed: Wed 9 Sep 2020, 9.52am
Closed areas: Willandra group campground closed
The group campground in Willandra National Park is closed due to a drainage issue for the foreseeable future. Willandra campground will remain open.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Fri 7 Aug 2020, 11.36am to Fri 6 Nov 2020, 11.37am. Last reviewed: Wed 9 Sep 2020, 9.52am
Closed areas: Willandra accommodation closed
On-park accommodation in Willandra National Park is closed from Friday 7 August to Friday 6 November 2020 due to COVID-19. The closed sites are:
- Willandra Cottage
- Willandra Men’s Quarters
All main visitor areas will remain open. Willandra campground will remain open.
For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Thu 25 Sep 2014, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 13 Jul 2020, 1.02pm
Fire bans: Solid fuel fire ban for Paroo-Darling 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, 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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