Current alerts in this area
Last reviewed: Tue 20 July 2021, 4.36pm
Applies from Tue 20 Jul 2021, 9.37am
to Fri 30 Jul 2021, 9.38am.
Last reviewed: Tue 20 Jul 2021, 4.36pm.
Other planned events: Area Offices closed to the public due to COVID-19
The Central West Area offices in Dubbo and Bathurst are closed to the public while office staff are directed to work from home in line with the current NSW Health orders.
To contact the office, please call and leave a voice message on 02 6841 7100 or email us at npws.centralwest@environment.nsw.gov.au. The landline and email are being monitored by staff and we will respond as early as possible. Please check individual reserves for up to date information on any changes to park opening and closing times.
Applies from Tue 6 Jul 2021, 11.04am.
Last reviewed: Tue 6 Jul 2021, 3.54pm.
Closed parks: Park closed for aerial baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting an aerial baiting program using meat baits, containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes. The program will be conducted between the dates of Monday 26 July 2021 and Friday 6 August 2021 in Yathong Nature Reserve.
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 (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.
For further information, please call NPWS Dubbo area office on 02 6841 7100.
Applies from Wed 6 Jan 2021, 12.37pm.
Last reviewed: Mon 8 Feb 2021, 9.03am.
Other incidents: Visitation restrictions
There are a number of restrictions on visitation and access by the general public to Yathong, Nombinnie and Round Hill Nature Reserves and Nombinnie State Conservation Area.
- These reserves are not available for overnight camping or hiking. Visitation is restricted to day visits only.
- Vehicle access is restricted to the public roads passing through or adjoining the reserves. Management trails are closed to vehicles. However you are welcome to walk on the trails.
- Bird watchers are welcome to walk into the reserves and along management trails. However take care to make sure you can navigate back to your car - it is easy to get disorientated in mallee country.
- Trips to Round Hill Nature Reserve by bird watching clubs can be done by prior arrangement.
- There are a number of scientific research programs happening in the reserves and visitors should not disturb any field equipment if they come across it.
- The reserves are closed periodically to allow management programs to be undertaken. Please check the website for closures prior to visits.
For further information contact the NPWS Central West area, Bathurst office on 02 6332 7640.
Nearby alerts
Applies from Fri 23 Jul 2021, 11.29am. Last reviewed: Fri 23 Jul 2021, 11.33am
Closed areas: Peery Lake day use area is closed due to rain
The Wilcannia to Wanaaring road is closed due to rain. There is no access to the Peery Lake day use area until this road is re-opened by the road authorities. For further information please contact the Broken Hill NPWS office on 08 8084 2880.
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Applies from Tue 11 May 2021, 10.40am. Last reviewed: Wed 21 Jul 2021, 10.04am
Closed areas: Campground closed due to flooding
Coach and Horses campground is closed due to flooding and will re-open in August. Please check back for updates.
For further information, please contact the Broken Hill office on 08 8084 2880.
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Applies from Tue 20 Jul 2021, 9.37am to Fri 30 Jul 2021, 9.38am. Last reviewed: Tue 20 Jul 2021, 4.36pm
Other planned events: Area Offices closed to the public due to COVID-19
The Central West Area offices in Dubbo and Bathurst are closed to the public while office staff are directed to work from home in line with the current NSW Health orders.
To contact the office, please call and leave a voice message on 02 6841 7100 or email us at npws.centralwest@environment.nsw.gov.au. The landline and email are being monitored by staff and we will respond as early as possible. Please check individual reserves for up to date information on any changes to park opening and closing times.
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Applies from Thu 25 Sep 2014, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 13 Jul 2021, 3.12pm
Fire bans: Park fire ban
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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Applies from Tue 6 Jul 2021, 11.04am. Last reviewed: Tue 6 Jul 2021, 3.54pm
Closed parks: Park closed for aerial baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting an aerial baiting program using meat baits, containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes. The program will be conducted between the dates of Monday 26 July 2021 and Friday 6 August 2021 in Yathong Nature Reserve.
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 (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.
For further information, please call NPWS Dubbo area office on 02 6841 7100.
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Applies from Wed 30 Jun 2021, 2.33pm. Last reviewed: Wed 30 Jun 2021, 4.28pm
Closed areas: Willandra group campground closed
The group campground at Willandra National Park is closed for sewerage infrastructure works. Willandra campground will remain open.
For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Wed 31 Mar 2021, 4.41pm to Mon 30 Aug 2021, 4.42pm. Last reviewed: Thu 22 Jul 2021, 11.15am
Closed areas: Willandra accommodation closed
Hard-roofed accommodation in Willandra National Park is closed from Wednesday 31 March to Saturday 31 July as COVID-19 restrictions are unable to be met. The closed sites are:
- Willandra Cottage
- Willandra Men’s Quarters
All main visitor areas, including Willandra campground will remain open. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Wed 6 Jan 2021, 12.37pm. Last reviewed: Mon 8 Feb 2021, 9.03am
Other incidents: Visitation restrictions
There are a number of restrictions on visitation and access by the general public to Yathong, Nombinnie and Round Hill Nature Reserves and Nombinnie State Conservation Area.
- These reserves are not available for overnight camping or hiking. Visitation is restricted to day visits only.
- Vehicle access is restricted to the public roads passing through or adjoining the reserves. Management trails are closed to vehicles. However you are welcome to walk on the trails.
- Bird watchers are welcome to walk into the reserves and along management trails. However take care to make sure you can navigate back to your car - it is easy to get disorientated in mallee country.
- Trips to Round Hill Nature Reserve by bird watching clubs can be done by prior arrangement.
- There are a number of scientific research programs happening in the reserves and visitors should not disturb any field equipment if they come across it.
- The reserves are closed periodically to allow management programs to be undertaken. Please check the website for closures prior to visits.
For further information contact the NPWS Central West area, Bathurst office on 02 6332 7640.
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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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