Applies from Thu 1 May 2025, 9.57am. Last reviewed: Thu 1 May 2025, 10.11am.

Closed areas: Some roads remain closed in Kinchega National Park

Woolshed Drive is open and River Drive is open only to campsite30.   Lake Drive and Tandou Road remain closed.  This notifications will be updated as conditions change.  For further information please contact the Broken Hill National Parks office on 08 8084 2880.

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• Kinchega National Park

Applies from Wed 30 Apr 2025, 12.39pm. Last reviewed: Wed 30 Apr 2025, 12.42pm.

Closed parks: Paroo-Darling National Park is closed due to rain.

Paroo-Darling National Park is closed due to rain.   Central Darling Shire has closed access roads.   This closure will be updated as conditions change.  For further information please contact the Broken Hill National Park office on 08 8084 2880.

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• Paroo-Darling National Park

Applies from Sun 27 Apr 2025, 9.01am to Mon 5 May 2025, 9.02am. Last reviewed: Sun 27 Apr 2025, 9.13am.

Closed areas: Whispering Oaks Campground Closure

Whipsering Oaks Campground at Koonaburra National Park is currently closed due to wet conditions.

Access to the National Park and campground is restricted by road closures put in place by the Cobar Shire Council for The Wool Track between Belarabon Road and Ivanhoe. 

Road conditions and closures can be monitored using the Live Traffic NSW website (https://www.livetraffic.com/) or mobile app. 

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• Koonaburra National Park

Applies from Sat 26 Apr 2025, 10.58am to Sat 3 May 2025, 10.59am. Last reviewed: Tue 29 Apr 2025, 9.14pm.

Safety alerts: Reserve Access Restricted

Cobar Shire Council has issue a road closure for The Wool Track between Belarabon Road and Ivanhoe due to significant rainfall and water over the road.

Access to Koonaburra National Park may be restricted due to adverse weather and these road closures. Access to Whispering Oaks Campground may also be affected. 

Council road closures can be monitored on the 'Live Traffic NSW' website or mobile app. 

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• Koonaburra National Park

Applies from Mon 28 Apr 2025, 3.11pm to Wed 28 May 2025, 3.23pm. Last reviewed: Sat 26 Apr 2025, 9.49am.

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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• Ginghet Nature Reserve

Applies from Fri 25 Apr 2025, 9.40am to Sun 4 May 2025, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Fri 25 Apr 2025, 9.43am.

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 is effective from 25/04/2025 until 04/05/2025, 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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• Toorale National Park
• Toorale State Conservation Area

Applies from Thu 1 May 2025, 7.00am to Tue 6 May 2025, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Wed 30 Apr 2025, 10.18pm.

Other planned events: Ground Shoot Operation Macquarie Marshes and GInghet Nature Reserves

Evening and night ground shoot operations targeting feral cats will commence across Macquarie Marshes and Ginghet Nature Reserves from Thursday 1st to Tuesday 6th May 2025. Macquarie Marshes and Ginghet Nature Reserves are closed to the public, which applies during the period of the ground shoot operation. The operation will primarily be restricted to the southern Macquarie Marshes Nature Reserve during these dates but targeted areas could extend to other areas of the Macquarie Marshes and Ginghet Nature Reserves dependent on weather conditions and local access considerations.

Please contact the Ranger for the Macquarie Marshes on 0448 662 485 or NPWS Baradine Office on 02 6843 4011 for further information.

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• Ginghet Nature Reserve
• Macquarie Marshes Nature Reserve

Applies from Sat 26 Apr 2025, 6.00am to Wed 7 May 2025, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Wed 23 Apr 2025, 11.24am.

Safety alerts: Notice of 1080 aerial baiting program

National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) personnel will be conducting an aerial baiting program for the control of Wild Dogs on Paroo-Darling National Park and Paroo- Darling State Conservation Area.

The program is scheduled between 26/4/2025 and 7/5/2025

Exact dates within the above range are not fixed to allow for flexibility if circumstances such as weather impacting the operation.

Paroo-Darling National Park and Paroo- Darling State Conservation Area may be closed during baiting operations. Information regarding park closures can be found on the NPWS website: https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/alerts/alerts-list

The program will use fresh meat baits containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison. This program is compliant with the Pesticide Control (1080 Bait Products) Order 2020. Signs will be erected to notify the public of the baiting program.

Please be reminded that domestic pets are not permitted on NPWS-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. If accidental poisoning occurs seek immediate veterinary assistance.

Aerial baiting complements other control measures which can include trapping, ground shooting and ground baiting.

NPWS takes a strategic and integrated approach to pest management on lands we manage. We aim to minimise the adverse impacts of pests on biodiversity, cultural values, neighbours and the community. Only qualified and appropriately trained personnel will participate in this program.

Baits may be deployed from the ground if aerial baiting is suspended due to unforeseen circumstances. This will occur within the same date range.

For further information please Dan Hough on 0428 358 101.

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• Paroo-Darling National Park
• Paroo-Darling State Conservation Area

Applies from Sat 26 Apr 2025, 6.00am to Wed 7 May 2025, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Wed 23 Apr 2025, 11.17am.

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 aerial baiting program

National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) personnel will be conducting an aerial baiting program for the control of Wild Dogs on Narriearra Caryapundy Swamp National Park.

The program is scheduled between 26/4/2025 and 7/5/2025

Exact dates within the above range are not fixed to allow for flexibility if circumstances such as weather impacting the operation.

Narriearra Caryapundy Swamp National Park may be closed during baiting operations. Information regarding park closures can be found on the NPWS website: https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/alerts/alerts-list

The program will use fresh meat baits containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison. This program is compliant with the Pesticide Control (1080 Bait Products) Order 2020. Signs will be erected to notify the public of the baiting program.

Please be reminded that domestic pets are not permitted on NPWS-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. If accidental poisoning occurs seek immediate veterinary assistance.

Aerial baiting complements other control measures which can include trapping, ground shooting and ground baiting.

NPWS takes a strategic and integrated approach to pest management on lands we manage. We aim to minimise the adverse impacts of pests on biodiversity, cultural values, neighbours and the community. Only qualified and appropriately trained personnel will participate in this program.

Baits may be deployed from the ground if aerial baiting is suspended due to unforeseen circumstances. This will occur within the same date range.

For further information please Dan Hough on 0428 358 101.

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• Narriearra Caryapundy Swamp National Park

Applies from Wed 23 Apr 2025, 10.02am to Sun 4 May 2025, 10.04am. Last reviewed: Wed 23 Apr 2025, 10.08am.

Closed areas: Darling River Campgound and Drive closed due to floodwater

Due to the current river levels and flood water Darling River Campground and Darling River Drive have been closed. 

This closure is effective from 23/04/2025 until 04/05/2025, this closure may need to be extended pending river heights.

For any further information please contact the Bourke NPWS Office on 02 6830 0200.

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• Toorale National Park

Applies from Mon 28 Apr 2025, 11.52am to Wed 7 May 2025, 11.53am. Last reviewed: Wed 23 Apr 2025, 9.16am.

Closed areas: Parks closed for aerial 1080 baiting

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service is doing 1080 aerial baiting of foxes in Yathong Nature Reserve, Round Hill Nature Reserve, Nombinnie Nature Reserve and State Conservation Area. This baiting program will occur between Monday 28 April and Saturday 3 May 2025 on consecutive days. It will reduce the impacts of pest animals on wildlife and threatened species in the park and neighbouring stock.

There will be 1080 baiting signs at the entrance to baiting areas. Don’t touch baits if found. Penalties apply for non-compliance.

Domestic pets, including dogs, are not permitted in national parks or reserves. 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) baits are lethal to domestic dogs and cats. In the event of accidental poisoning, seek immediate veterinary assistance. For more information, contact the local park area office on: 02 6841 7100 or 1300 072 757 after hours.

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• Nombinnie Nature Reserve
• Nombinnie State Conservation Area
• Round Hill Nature Reserve
• Yathong Nature Reserve

Applies from Wed 2 Apr 2025, 11.51am to Sun 11 May 2025, 11.52am. Last reviewed: Wed 30 Apr 2025, 9.29am.

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 11th 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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• Brindingabba National Park

Applies from Sun 27 Apr 2025, 5.00pm to Mon 9 Jun 2025, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Wed 30 Apr 2025, 9.29am.

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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• Gundabooka National Park
• Gundabooka State Conservation Area

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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• Mutawintji National Park

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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• Paroo-Darling National Park

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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• Mutawintji National Park

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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• Kinchega National Park

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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• Gundabooka National Park
• Gundabooka State Conservation Area
• Nocoleche Nature Reserve
• Toorale National Park
• Toorale State Conservation Area

Applies from Wed 6 Jan 2021, 12.37pm. Last reviewed: Mon 7 Apr 2025, 7.20am.

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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• Nombinnie Nature Reserve
• Nombinnie State Conservation Area
• Round Hill Nature Reserve
• Yathong Nature Reserve

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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• Narriearra Caryapundy Swamp National Park

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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• Sturt National Park

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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• Cuttaburra National Park

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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• Sturt National Park