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Last reviewed: Tue 26 November 2024, 9.50am
Applies from Tue 26 Nov 2024, 9.47am.
Last reviewed: Tue 26 Nov 2024, 9.50am.
Closed areas: Areas closed due to heavy rainfall
The following areas are closed due to heavy rainfall & Transport NSW road closures.
- Gorge Loop Road
- Mt Wood, Olive Downs, and Fort Grey Campgrounds
- Mt Wood Homestead & Shearer's Quarters
- Middle Road
- Jump Up Loop Road
- Many creek crossings & roads are closed and impassable due to severe rainfall causing dangerous conditions.
- Roads are likely to be cut off and there is a high risk of flash flooding.
- These areas will re-open as soon as they are safe.
Dead Horse Gully Campground remains open.
This alert will be updated when conditions change.
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 Tibooburra NPWS Office on 0880 913 308
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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 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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Applies from Mon 2 Dec 2024, 10.06am. Last reviewed: Mon 2 Dec 2024, 10.09am
Closed parks: Mutawintji National Park expecting further rain.
Mutawintji National Park expecting further rain. Some access roads may be closed by the Road Authority. The Park is currently closed to camping. This closure will be reassessed on Wednesday 4 December, 2024.
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Applies from Mon 2 Dec 2024, 9.02am. Last reviewed: Mon 2 Dec 2024, 9.04am
Closed parks: Paroo-Darling National Park is closed due to rain.
Paroo-Darling National Park is closed due to rain. This closure will be updated when road authority opens the unsealed access roads.
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Applies from Tue 26 Nov 2024, 9.25am. Last reviewed: Tue 26 Nov 2024, 9.27am
Closed parks: Park Closed due to rainfall
Narriearra Caryapundy Swamp National Park is currently closed due to heavy rainfall.
- Many creek crossings & roads are closed and impassable due to severe rainfall causing dangerous conditions.
- Roads are likely to be cut off and there is a high risk of flash flooding
- These areas will re-open as soon as they are safe.
This alert will be updated when conditions change.
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 Tibooburra NPWS Office on 0880 913 308
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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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