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Applies from Fri 11 Apr 2025, 8.00am. Last reviewed: Sat 12 Apr 2025, 11.59am
Hazard reduction burns: Albury South HR
There is a planned Hazard Reduction burn in this park from 11/04/2025. The fire is called Albury South HR. 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 11 Apr 2025, 7.28am. Last reviewed: Sat 12 Apr 2025, 6.14am
Hazard reduction burns: FOREST DR, ABERMAIN
There is a planned Hazard Reduction burn in this park from 11/04/2025. The fire is called FOREST DR, ABERMAIN. 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 Tue 8 Apr 2025, 12.58pm to Mon 14 Apr 2025, 1.00pm. Last reviewed: Fri 11 Apr 2025, 11.31am
Closed areas: Areas closed for hazard reduction burning
Some parts of this park are closed for hazard reduction burning from Friday 11 April to Monday 13 April 2025. The closed area/s are:
- Elcom Trail from Old Maitland Road to Cessnock Road
Penalties apply for non-compliance. This burn is called Albury Hazard Reduction. For more information, contact the local NPWS office or visit the Rural Fire Service website.
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Applies from Tue 1 Apr 2025, 11.08am to Sat 17 May 2025, 11.12am. Last reviewed: Wed 9 Apr 2025, 7.52am
Safety alerts: Vegetation removal Old Great North Road
Vegetation removal works occurring along Old Great North Road between West Commission Trail and Devines Hill Monday 31 March 2025 to Friday 16 May 2025. Machinery may be operation along Old Great North Road during works.
For more information, contact the Wollemi Yengo area office on 02 6574 5555.
Applies from Tue 1 Apr 2025, 12.00am to Thu 17 Apr 2025, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 8 Apr 2025, 8.56am
Closed areas: Areas closed for ground pest control operation
Some areas in this park are closed from 6am, Tuesday 1 April to 6pm, Thursday 17 April 2025 for ground shooting for feral animal control. This program will target pigs. It aims to reduce the significant impact they have on native plants and animals including threatened species
The closed areas are:
- Drummer's Flat
- Morrison's Flat
- Honeyeater Flat
- River flats south of the Goulburn River-Merriwa River confluence
- Moolarben Creek (excluding Moolarben Picnic Area)
- Fire trails accessed from Cumbo Road
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office.
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Applies from Mon 31 Mar 2025, 7.00am to Fri 29 Aug 2025, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Sun 6 Apr 2025, 8.06pm
Closed areas: Area closed for conservation works
Some parts of this park are closed from Monday 31 March to Friday 29 August 2025 while conservation works are being undertaken on Devine's Hill. The closed areas are:
- Devine's Hill section of the Old Great North Walk
Penalties apply for non-compliance. Signage installed on closed section. For more information, contact the Wollemi - Yengo Area Office - (02) 6574 5555.
Applies from Fri 1 Nov 2024, 12.00am to Wed 30 Apr 2025, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Thu 27 Mar 2025, 9.39am
Fire bans: Kanangra Reserves
A park fire ban is in place in this park and remains in effect unless otherwise extended or removed.
However Wombeyan Caves campground in Wombeyan Karst Conservation Reserve is exempt.
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.
Applies from Fri 21 Feb 2025, 10.45am to Wed 30 Apr 2025, 5.46pm. Last reviewed: Sun 23 Mar 2025, 2.05pm
Other planned events: Rope Road and Click Creek Fire Trail Closed For Road Maintenance
Planned Road maintenance is scheduled for Rope Road and Click Creek Fire Trail from Monday 10th February 2025 until Wednesday 30th April 2025.
During these times the roads will be closed and pedestrian and vehicle access is not permitted.
Penalties apply for non-compliance.
For more information, contact NPWS Central Coast office on (02) 4972 9000.
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Applies from Thu 6 Feb 2025, 12.33pm to Wed 30 Apr 2025, 5.33pm. Last reviewed: Sun 23 Mar 2025, 2.04pm
Other planned events: Georges Road, 125R Lookout Road and Watagan Road Repairs and Maintenance Work
Planned road maintenance is scheduled for Georges Road, 125R Lookout Road and Watagan Road.
Temporary closure may occur between Monday 3rd February 2025 and Wednesday 30th April 2025.
Heavy plant and machinery will be operating from the intersection of Heaton Road and Watagan Road, then west along Georges Road.
Pedestrians and vehicles should take caution when accessing these areas.
For more information, please contact the NPWS Munmorah office on (02) 4972 9000.
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Applies from Fri 31 Jan 2025, 11.19am to Wed 30 Apr 2025, 5.30pm. Last reviewed: Sun 23 Mar 2025, 2.04pm
Other planned events: Watagan Forest Road / Boarding House Dam Road Repairs and Maintenance
Planned road maintenance is scheduled for Watagan Forest Road / Boarding House Dam Road from Monday 10th February 2025 until Wednesday 30th April 2025.
Heavy plant and machinery will be operating from the intersection of Heaton Road / Watagan Forest Road south along Watagan Forest Road to the intersection of New Mill Road / Watagan Forest Road.
During these times Watagan Forest Road and the Boarding House Dam visitor precinct may be closed and pedestrian and vehicle access is not permitted.
Penalties apply for non-compliance.
For more information, contact NPWS Central Coast Area office on 49 4972 9000.
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Applies from Sat 18 Jan 2025, 8.36am. Last reviewed: Sun 23 Mar 2025, 2.02pm
Closed areas: Heaton Road Access from Watagans Road Closed Due to Landslip and Rockfall
Heaton Road Access from Watagans Road is closed as it is no longer suitable for 2WD or 4WD vehicles due to risk of landslip and rockfall. This affects access from Watagans National Park to Quorrobolong.
Penalties apply for non-compliance.
For further information, please contact NPWS Munmorah office on (02) 4972 9000.
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Applies from Fri 19 Jul 2024, 10.21am to Tue 30 Jun 2026, 10.21am. Last reviewed: Sun 23 Mar 2025, 2.02pm
Closed areas: Gap Creek Forest Walk Part Closed Due to Landslip and Rockfall Risk
Gap Creek Forest Walk is part closed due to the risk of landslip and rockfall.
Penalties apply for non-compliance.
For more information, contact NPWS Central Coast office on 02 4972 9000
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Applies from Mon 1 Jul 2024, 3.16pm to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 3.18pm. Last reviewed: Tue 14 Jan 2025, 4.09pm
Closed areas: Roads closed due to flood damage
The following roads in this park are closed due to storm and flood damage:
- California trail - closed until late May 2025
Visitor areas that are currently closed include:
- California Hut - closed until late May 2025
Gates have been locked, and signs are in place on closed roads. Expected reopening times are subject to weather delays.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the NPWS Bulga area office.
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Applies from Mon 13 Jan 2025, 5.02pm to Fri 18 Apr 2025, 5.03pm. Last reviewed: Wed 12 Mar 2025, 1.32pm
Safety alerts: Road Maintenance
Fire trail maintenance works will be undertaken at various locations throughout Jilliby State Conservation Area from January to April 2025. Partial and intermittent closures should be expected. Please follow the directions of any construction staff onsite and safety signage. Take care and drive to conditions.
For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 49729000.
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Applies from Wed 8 Mar 2023, 9.09am. Last reviewed: Mon 10 Feb 2025, 7.34am
Closed areas: Muirs Lookout Picnic Area - Closed
Muirs Lookout Picnic Area on Prickly Ridge Road has been closed due to ageing infrastructure, obstructed lookout views to the coast and very low public visitation. Alternative picnic facilities are located nearby in Olney State Forest and Watagans National Park. Further information on other places to visit can be obtained via the NPWS or Forestry Corporation websites.
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Applies from Wed 13 Apr 2022, 10.37am. Last reviewed: Mon 10 Feb 2025, 7.34am
Safety alerts: Prickly Ridge Road 4WD only
The section of Prickly Ridge Road between Watagan Forest Road and Cut-Rock Road is suitable for 4WD vehicles only.
To prevent further damage to the road and to protect visitor safety, please avoid this area and other trails in the reserve that are still slippery and potentially hazardous.
For further information, please contact the Central Coast Area Office at Lake Munmorah on 02 4972 9000.
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