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Mallee Cliffs National Park

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Last reviewed: Fri 11 October 2024, 1.51pm

Applies from Mon 14 Oct 2024, 4.30pm to Mon 31 Mar 2025, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Fri 11 Oct 2024, 1.51pm.

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.

Nearby alerts

Applies from Tue 29 Oct 2024, 1.19pm. Last reviewed: Sat 2 Nov 2024, 4.57pm

Fires - Advice: Fishermans Bend

There is a fire in this park called Fishermans Bend. Refer to the Rural Fire Service for latest information. Do not enter any closed area or area with fire. If you see an unattended fire call Triple Zero (000). Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information about fire safety in parks and reserves, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page for park safety guidelines.

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Applies from Fri 18 Aug 2023, 11.11am to Tue 31 Dec 2024, 10.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 31 Oct 2024, 12.15pm

Safety alerts: Variable condition of unsealed Council access roads

Council-managed access roads to Mungo National Park are unsealed and in variable condition. Before travelling on any unsealed roads, please check road condition reports for Balranald, Wentworth and Central Darling Shires. Do not travel on closed Council roads.

There are numerous access routes to Mungo National Park and conditions can change quickly due to the weather.

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Applies from Thu 11 Jul 2024, 12.10pm to Tue 31 Dec 2024, 4.30pm. Last reviewed: Thu 31 Oct 2024, 12.06pm

Closed areas: Mungo lakebed (bike) trail closed

The Mungo lakebed (bike) trail is closed.

The dual walking track and bike trail from Mungo Visitor Centre to Zanci Woolshed remains open for use.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office.

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Applies from Fri 9 Aug 2024, 2.18pm. Last reviewed: Wed 30 Oct 2024, 4.49pm

Safety alerts: Roads closed due to flooding in Murray Valley NP/RP

Please be advised that many roads within Millewa, Moira & Gulpa Island are currently closed due to rising flood water. These include:

  • Sections of Edward River Road
  • Fishermans Bend Road
  • Dudley's Road
  • Clay Island Road
  • Tin Hut Road
  • Quambies Road
  • Little Edwards Road
  • Glenns Road
  • Sams Road
  • Plantation Road
  • Warri Yards Road
  • Duffer Road
  • Swifts Creek Road (alternate route via Porters Creek Road or Narrows Road)
  • Algabohnyah (Algeboia) Road

 

Please obey all ROAD CLOSURE signs. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the Riverina Area NPWS office on (02) 6966 8100.

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Applies from Fri 25 Oct 2024, 9.39am to Sun 15 Dec 2024, 8.30pm. Last reviewed: Tue 29 Oct 2024, 9.48am

Closed areas: Woperana closed due to flooding

Please be advised that the Woperana precinct of Murray Valley National Park has been closed due to flooding. The following campgrounds have been closed until further notice as they are inaccessible:

  • Groutches Beach
  • Finley Beach
  • Grassy Beach

Remember, it’s never safe to drive, ride or walk through flood waters, so you’ll need to reschedule your visit and avoid travel through areas in this park. Check Live Traffic NSW for up-to-date information about road closures. For assistance during severe weather visit the NSW SES website. In life-threatening situations call emergency services on Triple Zero (000).

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office on 02 6966 8100.

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Applies from Sun 20 Oct 2024, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Mon 21 Oct 2024, 10.13am

Fire bans: NSW NPWS Riverina Area - Solid Fuel Fire Ban (SFFB) Commences

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. For further information, visit the NSW National Parks - Total Fire Bans and park fire bans information page.

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 Sat 12 Oct 2024, 10.42am. Last reviewed: Sat 2 Nov 2024, 3.23pm

Other incidents: Blue Green Algae Alert

There is currently a Blue Green Algae AMBER Alert for Yanga Lake. Blue-green algae may be multiplying, and the water may have a green tinge and musty or organic taste and odour. The
water should be considered as unsuitable for potable use and alternative supplies or prior treatment of raw water for domestic purposes should be considered. The water may also be unsuitable for stock watering. Generally suitable for water sports, however people are advised to exercise caution in these areas, as blue-green algal concentrations can rise to red alert levels quickly under warm, calm weather conditions. More info available at www.waternsw.com.au/algae

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Applies from Mon 14 Oct 2024, 4.30pm to Mon 31 Mar 2025, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Fri 11 Oct 2024, 1.51pm

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 Mon 5 Aug 2024, 12.50pm. Last reviewed: Tue 8 Oct 2024, 9.44am

Safety alerts: Toupna Crossing Road and Murphy's Crossing Bridge (Millewa Precinct - Murray Valley NP) is CLOSED.

Toupna Crossing Road and Murphy's Crossing Bridge is CLOSED in Murray Valley National Park (Millewa Precinct) between Box Plain Rd and Millewa River Road due to water across the road.

 

Please obey all signs. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the Riverina Area NPWS office on (02) 6966 8100.

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Applies from Mon 8 Apr 2024, 4.36pm. Last reviewed: Mon 28 Oct 2024, 8.55am

Safety alerts: Bridge Closed - Millewa River Road

Millewa River Road is CLOSED from the entrance at Millewa Road intersection to Clay Island Road intersection due to "Black & White" Bridge being unsafe for vehicles.

Please follow signage as penalties do apply.

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Applies from Sat 14 Sep 2024, 3.41pm. Last reviewed: Sat 14 Sep 2024, 4.03pm

Closed areas: temporary closure of 7 campgrounds - Murray Valley National Park Whymoul precinct

The following campgrounds in Murray Valley National Park Whymoul precinct are closed to allow tree safety work to be completed: 

Pembengguk-Children campground

Wulma-Old campground

Doodledoo campground

Three Whistlers campground

Chickowee campground

Pandalang-Whistling Kite campground

Trappers campground

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Applies from Sat 17 Aug 2024, 3.16pm. Last reviewed: Sun 20 Oct 2024, 2.19pm

Closed areas: Murray Valley Campgrounds CLOSED

The following campgrounds have been closed until further notice due to recent wet weather and flooding:

  • Millewa campgrounds (Murray Valley National Park) - All campgrounds except 11 sites at Cumalong campgrounds
  • Millewa campgrounds (Murray Valley Regional Park) - All campgrounds
  • Gulpa Island campgrounds (Murray Valley National Park) - All campgrounds

Remember, it’s never safe to drive, ride or walk through flood waters, so you’ll need to reschedule your visit and avoid travel through areas in this park. Check Live Traffic NSW for up-to-date information about road closures. For assistance during severe weather visit the NSW SES website. In life-threatening situations call emergency services on Triple Zero (000).

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office on 02 6966 8100.

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Applies from Mon 30 Oct 2023, 2.08pm. Last reviewed: Tue 8 Oct 2024, 9.46am

Closed areas: Murray Valley National Park - Moira South Campgrounds CLOSED

Some Moira South campgrounds in the Murray Valley National Park have been closed to camping. Areas closed have been sign-posted. Alternative campgrounds are available nearby.

 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office.

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Applies from Thu 30 Nov 2023, 12.38pm. Last reviewed: Tue 8 Oct 2024, 9.47am

Closed areas: Murray Valley Regional Park - Deniliquin Campgrounds

Due to the required roadworks required along River Drive and the maintenance requirements on the mountain bike trails the following areas are still closed:

 

* Kira / Leaves Campground

* Pana / Ring-tailed Possum Campground

* Deniliquin mountain bike trails

 

Willoughby's Beach Campground remains OPEN.

 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office.

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Local alerts

For the latest updates on fires, closures and other alerts in this area, see https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/visit-a-park/parks/mallee-cliffs-national-park/local-alerts

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