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Applies from Thu 31 Oct 2024, 6.00am to Sat 1 Mar 2025, 6.00am. Last reviewed: Mon 18 Nov 2024, 9.26am
Fire bans: Fireban for Kinchega National Park from 31 October 2024
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:
- 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 Mon 24 Jun 2024, 3.43pm. Last reviewed: Mon 18 Nov 2024, 9.23am
Other planned events: Fort Grey campground maintenance underway
Fort Grey campground is undergoing some maintenance to upgrade the facilities. The campground is still functional with access to current amenities. Please be patient as we provide you with improved facilities. For further 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: Mon 18 Nov 2024, 9.21am
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: Mon 18 Nov 2024, 9.20am
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 mid December 2024. For further information please contact the local Broken Hill National Park office on 08 8084 2880.
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Applies from Mon 14 Oct 2024, 12.54pm. Last reviewed: Mon 18 Nov 2024, 9.19am
Other planned events: Mutawintji Homestead Creek campground undergoing works
Mutawintji Homestead Creek campground is undergoing works on the ablutions block. The work will commence on Monday, 14 October and conclude in early November 2024. The campground will still be accessible and available to campers and there will be temporary toilet facilities at the campground for the duration of the upgrade. Please be aware there will be contractors onsite. For further information please contact the Broken Hill National Parks office on 08 8084 2880.
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Applies from Fri 1 Nov 2024, 12.01am to Tue 25 Mar 2025, 12.40pm. Last reviewed: Thu 24 Oct 2024, 12.43pm
Other planned events: Solid Fuel Fire Ban
A solid fuel fire ban is in place for Whispering Oaks Campground and Picnic Area 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:
- 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 Mon 11 Dec 2023, 11.45am. Last reviewed: Thu 24 Oct 2024, 10.53am
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 Fri 1 Nov 2024, 12.01am to Tue 25 Mar 2025, 3.09pm. Last reviewed: Wed 23 Oct 2024, 3.23pm
Fire bans: Solid Fuel Fire Ban
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:
- 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 18 Sep 2024, 10.44am to Wed 31 Dec 2025, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Thu 10 Oct 2024, 4.06pm
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 Tue 29 Oct 2024, 1.00am to Sun 29 Dec 2024, 11.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 11 Nov 2024, 9.13am
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 ground baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting a ground baiting program in Brindingabba National Park from Tuesday 29th October 2024 to Sunday 29th December 2024. 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 23 Oct 2024, 1.00am to Mon 23 Dec 2024, 11.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 11 Nov 2024, 9.14am
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 ground baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting a ground baiting program in Toorale National park and State Conservation Area from Wednesday 23rd October 2024 to Monday 23rd December 2024.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 Tue 5 Nov 2024, 1.00am to Sun 5 Jan 2025, 11.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 11 Nov 2024, 9.14am
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 ground baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting a ground baiting program in Nocoleche Nature Reserve from Tuesday 5th November 2024 to Saturday 5th January 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 Mon 4 Dec 2023, 2.40pm. Last reviewed: Fri 1 Nov 2024, 3.40pm
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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