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Following heavy rainfall, flooding and damaging winds across the Mid-North Coast and Hunter region most national parks, campgrounds, and day use areas will remain closed for safety.
See detailsLast reviewed: Fri 23 May 2025, 11.09am
Applies from Fri 23 May 2025, 10.33am to Mon 26 May 2025, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 23 May 2025, 11.09am.
Mamanga & Woolpress Bend Campgrounds are currently closed due to wet weather, reopening on Monday 26 May. Please contact the park office on 03 5021 8988 for more information.
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Applies from Wed 26 Mar 2025, 1.02pm. Last reviewed: Thu 22 May 2025, 4.30pm.
The following areas are closed within Murray Valley National Park and Murray Valley Regional Park until further notice.
The following roads are currently closed:
The Tin Hut Firewood Collection area is therefore inaccessible.
Please also note that the following campgrounds within the Milllewa Campgrounds: Regional Park are only accessible via Clay Island Road. There is no access via the Millewa River Road entry near the Murray River:
Penalties apply for non-compliance.
Remember, it’s never safe to drive, ride or walk through flood waters. Roads into and throughout the park are / may also be closed. Check Live Traffic NSW. For assistance during severe weather visit the NSW SES website. In life-threatening situations call emergency services on Triple Zero (000).
For more information, please contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Thu 22 May 2025, 3.30pm to Fri 30 May 2025, 3.16pm. Last reviewed: Thu 22 May 2025, 3.36pm.
Willandra National Park is closed from Thursday 22 May to Friday 30 May 2025, due to wet weather.
All access roads to and on park are closed.
Please check the Carrathool Shire Council website for more information on road conditions.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Thu 22 May 2025, 3.05pm to Fri 4 Jul 2025, 3.08pm. Last reviewed: Thu 22 May 2025, 3.09pm.
The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a baiting program using Meat Baits containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes in Ulandra and Nest Hill Reserves.
The program will be conducted between the 29th of May and the 4th of July 2025
Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location. Please be reminded that domestic pets are not permitted on NPWS Estate.
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 Tumut on (02) 6947 7000
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Applies from Thu 15 May 2025, 10.46am. Last reviewed: Wed 21 May 2025, 3.50pm.
There is a fire in this park called Gulpa Creek Rd 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 19 May 2025, 10.19am to Fri 13 Jun 2025, 10.20am. Last reviewed: Mon 19 May 2025, 10.30am.
Road maintenance work is occurring in Jindalee National Park between 7am 26 May 2025 and 5pm 13th June 2025.
Watch out for machinery on the on the fire trails while in the National Park.
There will be closures to the DeRailYa car park during this time for resurfacing works, please obey all road closure and road work signage.
There will be no closures to the mountain bike network.
For further information please contact the NPWS office in Tumut on (02) 6947 7000.
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Applies from Tue 13 May 2025, 4.15pm. Last reviewed: Wed 14 May 2025, 9.08am.
Vehicle access for the general public is restricted to public roads passing through or adjoining the reserve. Camping is not permitted.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information please contact the NPWS Lower Darling Area, Buronga office on 03 5021 8900.
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Applies from Tue 13 May 2025, 3.57pm to Fri 6 Jun 2025, 6.57pm. Last reviewed: Wed 21 May 2025, 3.00pm.
Ulandra Nature Reserve is closed from 8am, Monday 26 May to 6pm, Friday 6 June 2025 for an aerial pest control operation.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Tumut NPWS office on (02) 6947 7000.
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Applies from Wed 16 Apr 2025, 10.42am to Thu 31 Jul 2025, 12.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 20 May 2025, 9.24am.
There is currently a Blue Green Algae RED Alert for Yanga Lake. The water may have a green tinge and musty or organic taste and odour.
People should avoid recreational activities such as swimming, water skiing, canoeing and any other activity that brings them into contact with this waterbody until the red alert warning is lifted.
People should avoid consuming untreated water from this waterbody and prevent pets and livestock from drinking this water.
For more information, visit WaterNSW Algae Alerts
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Applies from Fri 14 Feb 2025, 3.04pm to Sat 30 Aug 2025, 3.09pm. Last reviewed: Wed 7 May 2025, 8.52am.
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program from 14 February 2025 to 30 August 2025. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of feral foxes.
The program will take place in Oolambeyan National Park.
The program is designed to minimise impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise impact of foxes on neighbouring stock.
Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location. Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW national parks. 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.
Please contact the local Griffith NPWS area office for more information on (02) 6966 8100.
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Applies from Wed 16 Apr 2025, 8.00am to Tue 12 Aug 2025, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 22 May 2025, 8.46am.
Willandra National Park is OPEN to visitors.
However, in the interest of visitor safety we will need to keep some areas of the park CLOSED, until repairs have been completed and those areas are deemed accessible and safe.
Areas that will remain CLOSED to visitors include:
Facilities available:
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Applies from Sat 26 Apr 2025, 12.00am to Sat 7 Jun 2025, 12.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 20 May 2025, 8.19am.
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an aerial baiting program in Lachlan Valley National Park, Hunthawang Precinct from Saturday 26 April 2025 to Wednesday 7 May 2025. Lachlan Valley National Park, Hunthawag Precinct will be closed for this operation. The operation will involve the use of meat baits and meat bait products containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes.
The program is designed to minimise predator impact on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise the impact of foxes on neighbouring stock.
Signs will be placed at the entry points to baiting location. 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 locations. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the local NPWS area office for more information 02 6966 8100.
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Applies from Fri 18 Aug 2023, 11.11am to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 1 Apr 2025, 1.50pm.
Council-managed access roads to Mungo National Park are unsealed and in variable condition. Before travelling on any unsealed roads, please check road condition reports for Balranald, Wentworth and Central Darling Shires. Do not travel on closed Council roads.
There are numerous access routes to Mungo National Park and conditions can change quickly due to the weather.
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Applies from Sat 14 Sep 2024, 3.41pm to Wed 30 Jul 2025, 10.56am. Last reviewed: Thu 27 Mar 2025, 10.56am.
The following campgrounds in Murray Valley National Park Whymoul precinct are closed to allow tree safety work to be completed:
Pembengguk-Children campground
Wulma-Old campground
Doodledoo campground
Three Whistlers campground
Chickowee campground
Pandalang-Whistling Kite campground
Trappers campground
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Applies from Mon 5 Aug 2024, 12.50pm. Last reviewed: Sat 17 May 2025, 9.20am.
Murphy's Bridge is currently CLOSED. Murphy's Bridge is unsafe for vehicles to cross. The causeway on Toupna Crossing Road is still available for vehicles to pass.
Please obey all signs. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the Riverina Area NPWS office on (02) 6966 8100.
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Applies from Tue 11 Mar 2025, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Sat 17 May 2025, 9.20am.
Plain Road in the Cottadidda Precinct of the Murray Valley National Park is currently closed for public safety reasons. Please use the other access roads to the campgrounds.
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Applies from Wed 6 Jan 2021, 12.37pm. Last reviewed: Thu 8 May 2025, 8.47am.
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.
For further information contact the NPWS Central West area, Bathurst office on 02 6332 7640.
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Applies from Thu 11 Jul 2024, 12.10pm to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 4.30pm. Last reviewed: Mon 28 Apr 2025, 9.35am.
The Mungo lakebed (bike) trail is closed.
The dual walking track and bike trail from Mungo Visitor Centre to Zanci Woolshed remains open for use.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office.
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Applies from Tue 28 Jan 2025, 9.16am to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 9.21am. Last reviewed: Wed 12 Feb 2025, 11.52am.
The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a baiting program using meat baits and canid pest ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes. The program will be ongoing from February 12th 2025 until February 12th, 2026 in Burrinjuck Nature Reserve.
All entrances to the baiting location will be sign posted.
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 Queanbeyan area office on 02 6229 7166.
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Applies from Thu 5 Dec 2024, 8.44am to Thu 31 Jul 2025, 2.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 6 May 2025, 9.53am.
The Mungo Self Guided Drive Tour is closed at Red Top lookout.
The Walls Road and Pastoral Loop are open to the key attractions of Mungo lunette (Walls of China), Red Top lookout boardwalk and Zanci homestead/woolshed precinct.
Belah campground remains closed.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Wed 11 Dec 2024, 1.52pm to Sun 29 Nov 2026, 12.45pm. Last reviewed: Wed 12 Mar 2025, 9.30am.
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:
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 8 Apr 2024, 4.36pm. Last reviewed: Tue 6 May 2025, 8.46am.
Millewa River Road is CLOSED from the entrance at Millewa Road intersection to Clay Island Road intersection due to "Black & White" Bridge being unsafe for vehicles.
Please follow signage as penalties do apply.
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Applies from Wed 11 Sep 2024, 3.52pm to Thu 11 Sep 2025, 3.52pm. Last reviewed: Mon 12 May 2025, 2.44pm.
The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting an ongoing pest control program using Meat Baits and Canid Pest Ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes in Black Andrew Nature Reserve.
The program will be on going between the 11th of March 2025 and the 11th of September 2025.
All baiting locations will be identifiable by signs.
Please be reminded that domestic pets are not permitted on NPWS Estate. 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 Tumut NPWS Office on (02) 6947 7000.
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Applies from Mon 30 Oct 2023, 2.08pm. Last reviewed: Mon 12 May 2025, 8.53pm.
Some Moira South campgrounds in the Murray Valley National Park have been closed to camping. Areas closed have been sign-posted. Alternative campgrounds are available nearby.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office.
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Applies from Wed 23 Aug 2023, 1.45pm to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 1.47pm. Last reviewed: Wed 5 Mar 2025, 8.30am.
There is a Substantial risk of unexploded ordinances (UXO) within Livingstone National Park.
There is signage erected at all entrances to the risk area.
If you are driving, bushwalking or mountain biking in the area, you must keep to the formed trails within the UXO risk area. No camping or digging of any kind is permitted within the risk area.
For more information, contact the NPWS Tumut area office on 02 6947 7000.
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| 27 May 2025 | Closed parks | Booroorban and Oolambeyan are closed for a ground pest control operation. | Details |
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Applies from Tue 27 May 2025, 8.00am to Thu 29 May 2025, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Tue 20 May 2025, 2.00pm Oolambeyan National Park and Southwest Woodland Nature Reserve Booroorban, are closed from 8am, Tuesday 27 May to 11:59pm, Thursday 29 May 2025 for a ground shooting feral animal control operation. Do not enter the national park. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Griffith office on 02 6966 8100. Affects 2 parks in this region: Show list |
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