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Last reviewed: Tue 20 May 2025, 10.17am
Applies from Mon 12 May 2025, 12.00am
to Sun 25 May 2025, 11.59pm.
Last reviewed: Tue 20 May 2025, 10.17am.
Other planned events: Notice of Wild Dog Trapping program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting a Wild Dog Trapping program. The operation will use traps checked daily.
The program will take place in Ledknapper Nature Reserve.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock.
Please contact the local Bourke NPWS area office for more information on 02 6830 0200.
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Applies from Fri 16 May 2025, 6.00am
to Tue 27 May 2025, 6.00pm.
Last reviewed: Fri 9 May 2025, 4.52pm.
Closed parks: Park closed - aerial pest operation
Nocoleche Nature Reserve is closed from 6am, Friday 16 May to 6pm, Tuesday 27 May 2025 for an aerial pest control operation. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact Bourke office on 6830 0200.
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Applies from Tue 6 May 2025, 11.09am.
Last reviewed: Thu 8 May 2025, 11.17am.
Closed areas: Paroo Darling National Park is closed.
Floodwaters are rising along the Darling River and the Coach and Horses campground has been closed. The road to Wanaaring also remains closed due to rain so there is no access to the Peery day use area. For further information please contact the Broken Hill National Parks office on 08 8084 2880.
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Applies from Thu 8 May 2025, 8.37am
to Fri 6 Jun 2025, 12.00am.
Last reviewed: Tue 20 May 2025, 10.17am.
Closed parks: Toorale NP closed due to flooding
Toorale National Park is closed due to current flooding and continued rising river levels.
All visitation areas have been affected.
The closure has been extended to 06/06//2025, this may need to be extended and will be assess daily.
For any further information please contact the Bourke Office on 02 6830 0200.
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Applies from Mon 28 Apr 2025, 3.11pm
to Wed 28 May 2025, 3.23pm.
Last reviewed: Sat 3 May 2025, 6.17pm.
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 Ground Baiting Program - Ginghet Nature Reserve
1080 ground baiting activities targeting wild dogs and other feral animals will commence across Ginghet Nature Reserve from Monday 28th April to Wednesday 28th May 2025.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise the impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock. Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting locations. Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW National Parks managed lands. 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 event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
Please contact the local NPWS Area office for more information on 02 6843 4011 (Baradine).
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Applies from Wed 2 Apr 2025, 11.51am
to Fri 30 May 2025, 11.52am.
Last reviewed: Tue 20 May 2025, 10.17am.
Closed parks: Brindingabba NP closed due to recent rain and Flooding
Brindingabba National Park is closed due to the recent rain and the rising river which may lead to local flooding.
The park will reopen on the 30th of May 2025, this date will be assessed and may change pending on the situation.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Bourke NPWS Office on 02 6830 0200.
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Applies from Sun 27 Apr 2025, 5.00pm
to Mon 9 Jun 2025, 8.00am.
Last reviewed: Tue 20 May 2025, 10.16am.
Closed areas: Mulgowan Artsite closed due to upgrade
Gundabooka Yapa ( Mulgowan) Area will be closed to the public from Monday 28th April 2025 and will reopen Monday 9th June 2025.
The Yapa (Mulgowan) Art site will be under construction and not accessible for this period.
This closure may need to be extended and notifications will be update as the project happens.
If you have any questions please contact the Bourke Office on 02 6830 0200.
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Applies from Fri 4 Apr 2025, 6.00pm
to Fri 31 Oct 2025, 6.00am.
Last reviewed: Fri 21 Mar 2025, 12.20pm.
Other planned events: Night Ground Pest Control Operations at Mutawintji National Park
National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) personnel will be conducting a night time ground pest control operation on Mutawintji National Park from 4 April 2025 to the 31 October 2025 from 6pm to 6am daily. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information please contact the Broken Hill National Parks office on 08 8084 2880.
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Applies from Thu 25 Sep 2014, 10.00am.
Last reviewed: Thu 20 Mar 2025, 10.42am.
Fire bans: Park fire ban for Paroo-Darling National Park
There is a 'no solid fuel fire policy' in Paroo-Darling National 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 Wed 11 Sep 2024, 3.06pm.
Last reviewed: Thu 20 Mar 2025, 10.41am.
Other planned events: Mutawintji Cultural Centre is closed due to storm damage
Mutawintji Cultural Centre is closed due to storm damage. Anticipated to re-open May 2025. For further information please contact the local Broken Hill National Park office on 08 8084 2880.
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Applies from Mon 11 Dec 2023, 11.45am.
Last reviewed: Thu 20 Mar 2025, 10.40am.
Closed areas: Darling River campground is closed from campsite 31-34.
Darling River campground is closed from campsite 31-34. Please do not pass the barriers. For further information please contact the Broken Hill NPWS office on 08 8084 2880.
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Applies from Mon 10 Mar 2025, 8.00am
to Fri 6 Jun 2025, 8.00am.
Last reviewed: Tue 22 Apr 2025, 10.34am.
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 aerial baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing aerial baiting program in Nocoleche Nature Reserve, Toorale National Park, Toorale State Conservation, Gundabooka National Park & Gundabooka State Conservation Area from Tuesday 11 March to Tuesday 6 June 2025. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock. Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location.
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 contact the NPWS Bourke Area office on (02) 6830 0200.
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Applies from Wed 6 Jan 2021, 12.37pm.
Last reviewed: Thu 8 May 2025, 8.47am.
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 Mon 10 Feb 2025, 2.14pm
to Fri 31 Oct 2025, 2.18pm.
Last reviewed: Wed 5 Feb 2025, 2.18pm.
Other planned events: Night Ground Pest Control Operations
National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) personnel will be conducting a nighttime ground pest control operation on Narriearra Caryapundy Swamp National Park from 11th February 2025 to the 31st October 2025.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, The Tibooburra NPWS office on 0880 913 3308
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Applies from Wed 29 Jan 2025, 2.51pm
to Fri 31 Oct 2025, 2.51pm.
Last reviewed: Wed 29 Jan 2025, 2.53pm.
Other planned events: Night Ground Pest Control Operations
National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) personnel will be conducting a nighttime (6pm – 6am) ground pest control operation on Sturt National Park from 11th February 2025 to the 31st October 2025.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, The Tibooburra NPWS office on 0880 913 3308
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Applies from Wed 18 Sep 2024, 10.44am
to Wed 31 Dec 2025, 11.59pm.
Last reviewed: Mon 13 Jan 2025, 3.14pm.
Closed parks: Cuttaburra National Park closed
This is a new national park. The park is currently closed while we are busy creating visitor experiences and we will open the park in 2026. Penalties apply for non-compliance For more information, please contact the NPWS Bourke office on (02) 6830 0200 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
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Applies from Mon 4 Dec 2023, 2.40pm.
Last reviewed: Thu 13 Feb 2025, 2.41pm.
Fire bans: Solid fuel fire ban for Sturt 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, 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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