Nearby alerts
Applies from Fri 27 Dec 2024, 12.01am to Fri 27 Dec 2024, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Thu 26 Dec 2024, 5.23pm
Safety alerts: Extreme Fire Danger
NPWS is advising visitors to local national parks to take caution on Friday 27th December 2024 due to high to extreme fire danger.
A Total Fire Ban has been declared for Greater Hunter region.
High temperatures and strong winds are forecast and are likely to lead to dangerous conditions that may change quickly.
Plan your visit to a national park carefully, take adequate water and remain hydrated.
For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
NPWS recommends reviewing RFS information on Total Fire Bans, Fire Danger Ratings, and keep up to date using the Hazards Near Me app:
https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/fire-information/fdr-and-tobans
https://www.nsw.gov.au/emergency/hazards-near-me-app
Affects 1 park and 3 locations nearby. Show list
Applies from Fri 27 Dec 2024, 12.01am to Fri 27 Dec 2024, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Thu 26 Dec 2024, 3.53pm
Fire bans: Total Fire Ban
A total fire ban has been declared by the NSW Rural Fire Service. The total fire ban applies for the entire 24-hour period. Total fire ban rules apply. This ban may be extended. Please continue to check this website. To find out where and when total fire bans are currently in effect, please visit the NSW Rural Fire Service.
Affects 8 parks nearby. Show list
Applies from Tue 13 Jun 2023, 9.58am to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Wed 18 Dec 2024, 2.39pm
Closed areas: Coolah Tops National Park areas closed
The following areas are currently closed:
- Snow Gums walking track is temporarily closed for maintenance.
Forest Road between Coolah Creek Road and the entrance of Coolah Tops National Park is managed and maintained by Warrumbungle Shire Council. Please refer any inquiries concerning this road directly to the Council.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please call the NPWS Castlereagh Area office on 02 6843 4000 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
Affects 1 park and 2 locations nearby. Show list
Applies from Mon 14 Oct 2024, 12.00am to Mon 31 Mar 2025, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Mon 2 Dec 2024, 10.01am
Fire bans: Park 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.
Affects 4 parks nearby. Show list
Applies from Tue 1 Oct 2024, 12.00am to Mon 31 Mar 2025, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Thu 26 Sep 2024, 3.47pm
Fire bans: Mudgee Reserves
A park fire ban is in place in this park and remains in effect unless otherwise extended or removed.
Capertee National Park
- Capertee campground
- Honeyeater Homestead
- Capertee Homestead
- Caretakers Cottage
Goulburn River National Park
- Spring Gully campground
- Big River campground
Goulburn River SCA
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.
Affects 2 parks nearby. Show list
