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Applies from Fri 17 May 2024, 5.09pm to Fri 31 May 2024, 5.10pm. Last reviewed: Fri 17 May 2024, 5.11pm
Closed areas: Redbank Closed
Redbank Homestead is closed due to major plumbing and septic issues. Closure will be review regulary and is subjext to extention if needed.
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Applies from Mon 11 Dec 2023, 11.45am. Last reviewed: Thu 16 May 2024, 12.15pm
Closed areas: Darling River campground is closed from campsite 30 to 34.
Darling River campground, on River Drive, is closed from campsite 30 to 34 for maintenance. Please do not drive past the barriers. For further information please contact the Broken Hill NPWS office on 08 8084 2880.
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Applies from Mon 10 Jan 2022, 1.16pm. Last reviewed: Thu 16 May 2024, 12.15pm
Closed areas: Emu Lake Drive closed indefinitely for maintenance
Emu Lake Drive is a small road connecting Woolshed Drive to Tandou Road within Kinchega NP and it remains closed indefinitely due to ongoing maintenance.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information please contact the NPWS Broken Hill office on 08 8084 2880.
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Applies from Thu 16 May 2024, 9.41am. Last reviewed: Thu 16 May 2024, 9.44am
Closed areas: Coach and Horses campground is closed due to rain.
Coach and Horses campground is closed due to rain. When the access road from Wilcannia to Bourke opens up the campground will be accessible again. For further information please contact the Broken Hill National Parks and Wildlife office on 08 8084 2880.
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Applies from Wed 15 May 2024, 3.02pm to Wed 22 May 2024, 3.02pm. Last reviewed: Wed 15 May 2024, 3.08pm
Closed areas: Drive way to Old Toorale Homestead Closed
The driveway to the Old Toorale Homestead is closed due to damages and wash outs. The Precint is still accessable if you wish to walk up the drive way.
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Applies from Fri 3 May 2024, 11.07am. Last reviewed: Mon 13 May 2024, 12.28pm
Closed areas: Access Silver City Highway via 2WD and via Waterbag Road is 4WD
Access via Silver City Highway is 2WD and via Waterbag Road is 4WD. White Cliffs access to Mutawintji National Park remains closed. For further details please contact the Broken Hill National Park office on 08 8084 2880.
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Applies from Mon 6 May 2024, 10.26am to Fri 17 May 2024, 11.31pm. Last reviewed: Fri 10 May 2024, 1.44pm
Closed areas: Park and camping ground closed due to wet conditions.
Koonaburra National Park & Whispering Oaks camping ground is closed from Monday 6th May and will be reviewed for access conditions by Friday 10th May 2024, due to extensive localised rain affecting trail surfaces.
On-ground conditions will be re-assessed on Friday 17th May, and an update provided at that time.
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Public council roads providing access to the park may also be closed. Check the Cobar Shire Council and Central Darling Shire Council websites for up-to-date information.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, call the NPWS Central West area office on 02 6841 7100.
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Applies from Thu 25 Sep 2014, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 6 May 2024, 3.46pm
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 30 Apr 2024, 2.47pm to Fri 14 Jun 2024, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Tue 30 Apr 2024, 2.50pm
Closed parks: Park closed due to critical works
Due to the current river heights the completion of Brindingabba Campground has been delayed.
The campground is expected to be completed and opened by June 14th 2024.
For any further information please contact the Bourke Office on 02 6830 0200.
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Applies from Mon 4 Dec 2023, 2.40pm. Last reviewed: Wed 13 Mar 2024, 10.00am
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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Applies from Wed 6 Jan 2021, 12.37pm. Last reviewed: Mon 6 May 2024, 10.26am
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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