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Applies from Wed 15 May 2024, 2.41pm to Wed 10 Jul 2024, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Wed 19 Jun 2024, 9.14am
Other planned events: Roadworks around Visitor Precincts
Roadworks will be underway on Warrumbungle NP Rd, Blackman Campsite Rd, and Canyon Concert Rd from Wednesday 15 May to Saturday 29 June 2024. Works will be undertaken from 6am to 6pm, Monday to Saturday.
These works are weather dependent and may involve road closures up to 15 minutes. Staff will notify impacted bookings of any planned road closures.
The road may be uneven and slippery during this time. Drive safely and follow the directions of roadwork signs and NPWS staff.
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Applies from Mon 24 Jun 2024, 12.00am to Fri 19 Jul 2024, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 17 Jun 2024, 3.23pm
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 fox baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting a ground baiting program from Monday 24 June 2024 to Friday 19 July 2024. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes.
The program will take place in Ukerbarley Aboriginal Area, Ukerbarley State Conservation Area and Biddon State Conservation Area.
Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location. 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 the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise impact of foxes on neighbouring stock.
Please contact the local Coonabarabran NPWS office for more information on (02) 6842 1311.
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Applies from Mon 1 Jan 2024, 4.16pm. Last reviewed: Fri 28 Jun 2024, 9.53am
Closed areas: Section of Pincham trail to Grand High Tops closed due to rock fall hazard
The Breadknife walk (Pincham trail between Dagda shortcut turnoff and the Grand High Tops summit) is closed until further notice due to rock fall hazard. Do not enter the area.
Detour to Grand High Tops summit is via Dagda shortcut. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information contact the Warrumbungle National Park Visitor Center on 02 6825 4364.
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Applies from Mon 22 Jan 2024, 3.14pm. Last reviewed: Mon 10 Jun 2024, 2.43pm
Closed areas: Sandstone Caves walking track closed
The Sandstone Caves walking track will be closed until further notice due to a rock fall hazard.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Pilliga Forest Discovery Centre on 6843 4011.
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Applies from Thu 2 Feb 2023, 9.20am. Last reviewed: Tue 4 Jun 2024, 11.34am
Safety alerts: Reduce speed and drive to conditions
Ongoing wet weather has impacted the roads in this reserve, leaving them washed out and/or under water for long periods of time. While they have dried out, access trails can still have rough surfaces and require maintenance. Please reduce speed, drive to conditions, and be aware of your surroundings. Heavy plant may be working in the area and care should be taken if you come across them.
For more information, contact the NPWS Dubbo area office on 02 6841 7100.
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Applies from Sat 1 Jun 2024, 12.00am to Sat 31 Aug 2024, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Fri 31 May 2024, 10.03am
Closed areas: Seasonal road closure
The Forest Road, east of the Hildergarde Road intersection in Coolah Tops National Park, will be closed to vehicles from Saturday 1 June to Saturday 31 August 2024. This is because of winter weather conditions. This closure may be extended and any extension will be posted as soon as possible.
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.
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Applies from Tue 13 Jun 2023, 9.58am to Mon 30 Dec 2024, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Mon 6 May 2024, 8.34am
Closed areas: Coolah Tops National Park areas closed
The following areas are currently closed:
- Grass Trees walking track entrance via the Barracks campground is closed due to track damage. Grass Trees walking track is accessible via The Pinnacle Road.
- Snow Gums walking track is closed because of severe storm damage to the track.
Forest Road between Coolah Creek Road and the entrance of Coolah Tops National Park has been damaged by heavy rain, particularly the steeper slopes, however the Park is still accessible. Forest Road 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.
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Applies from Fri 16 Aug 2019, 2.44pm to Wed 1 Jan 2025, 2.39pm. Last reviewed: Fri 14 Jun 2024, 11.13am
Other planned events: Notice of 1080 ground and aerial baiting program
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) carries out continuous ground 1080 baiting in Warrumbungle National Park for the control of foxes. Meat baits and canid pest ejectors (CPE's) containing 1080 sodium fluoroacetate poison are laid in the Park north of Timor Road/John Renshaw Parkway. In addition to this, an aerial 1080 baiting program is also carried out every six weeks to reach inaccessible areas also north of Timor Road/John Renshaw Parkway.
All baiting locations will be identifiable by signs.
Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW national parks and reserves. Pets and working dogs may be affected, and 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.
This program protects the endangered brush-tailed rock-wallaby. For more information, contact the NPWS Castlereagh area office on 02 6843 4000.
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