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Applies from Mon 7 Nov 2022, 3.08pm. Last reviewed: Thu 28 Nov 2024, 2.45pm
Timber Beach walking track is permanently CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC. This area has high coastal risks and is extremely hazardous. This closure is in place to keep the public safe.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For further information, please contact the local NPWS office on 49729000
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Applies from Sat 5 Oct 2024, 11.33am. Last reviewed: Thu 28 Nov 2024, 7.11pm
Yacaaba Headland walking track, in southern Myall Lakes National Park at Hawks Nest, is open to a viewing point.
Beyond this point the track is closed for visitor safety due to track construction and environmental assessments.
Penalties may apply for non-compliance.
Yacaaba Spit Track remains open and people can continue to walk along the beach.
For further information, contact the NPWS Manning Great Lakes Area office on (02) 6591 0300 or npws.manninggreatlakes@environment.nsw.gov.au.
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Applies from Wed 19 Jun 2024, 4.18pm. Last reviewed: Mon 4 Nov 2024, 11.51am
Closed Area: Shaft Track, Glenrock State Conservation Area.
The Shaft Track will be closed while improvements and maintenance works are being carry out.
For the safety of contractors please follow and respect any signage and safety measures in place.
Using the track during works will cause damage and delay the reopening of the track.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office 02 4946 4100
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Applies from Tue 14 Dec 2021, 1.11pm. Last reviewed: Mon 12 Aug 2024, 3.39pm
Box Beach carpark is closed to vehicles from 10pm to 5am daily. The gate will be locked during these times.
The Box Beach access road is also closed to vehicles during this period.
A fee will be charged for vehicles exiting after 10pm. Please call Certis Security on 1300 370 145 for assistance. For more information, please contact the local Nelson Bay area office on 02 4984 8200.
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Applies from Mon 5 Aug 2024, 6.30am to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 11.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 25 Nov 2024, 3.47pm
Parts of Hunter Wetlands National Park will be closed within a date range of 0630 (6:30am) Monday 5th August 2024 to 2300pm Monday 30th June 2025 for deer control shoot operations preventing localised economic impacts and protecting biodiversity assests within the park.
When active the shoot operation area will be delignated by signage advising visitors “do not enter” at any time during the nighttime operation.
Penalties apply for non-compliance.
For more information, call the local park office on 02 4946 4100 or email npws.lowerhunter@environment.nsw.gov.au.
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Applies from Thu 15 Sep 2022, 10.00am to Mon 30 Jun 2025, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Mon 4 Nov 2024, 3.28pm
Little Mountain Road and Little Mountain campground are closed while Little Mountain Road is being repaired. The road is impassable.
Barricades are in place around the closed areas. Tattersalls campground and Double Wharf picnic area remain open.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Thu 9 Mar 2023, 3.25pm. Last reviewed: Mon 25 Nov 2024, 3.49pm
Dead Mangrove Creek Bridge, off Cobbans Track on Ash Island is closed from Thursday 9 March 2023 until further notice due to the bridge needing maintenance
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office (02) 4946 4100
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Applies from Thu 29 Feb 2024, 11.44am. Last reviewed: Fri 22 Nov 2024, 7.59am
Middle Camp DA/2238/2017 - has begun works in the Catherine Hill Bay area adjacent to lands managed by Munmorah State Conservation Area. These works due to the location now has temporary closures to access trails for Munmorah SCA. This is necessary for the contractor managing this development in order to maintain a safe construction site and public safety.
NPWS apologises for the inconvenience and are unable to provide alternate access.
This temporary closure affects:
Please be advised that these closures will not stop access to fire vehicles in emergencies and does not cause a safety concern.
For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 4972 9000.
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Applies from Sun 10 Dec 2023, 4.04pm. Last reviewed: Tue 12 Dec 2023, 10.13am
The Bombah Point ferry is closed until further notice due to mechanical issues. The ferry will reopen when repairs are complete.
For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
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Applies from Tue 27 Dec 2022, 12.56pm to Mon 1 Dec 2025, 1.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 26 Nov 2024, 2.48pm
The boardwalk between Tamboi trail and Brambles Green campground is permanently closed due to flood damage.
Walkers on the Mungo Track can take the detour at Mungo Brush. Please follow the walking track to the beach and then walk south for 4km. Take the slashed management trail which connects the beach to Mungo Brush Road to re-join the Mungo Track.
For further information, please call Manning Great Lakes area office on 02 6591 0300.
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Applies from Wed 21 Jun 2023, 12.10am. Last reviewed: Wed 22 Nov 2023, 7.12am
De Luge Mountain bike track will be closed until the 22nd December to enable the:
Measures will be in place during this time to limit disruption to park users as much as possible.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office (02) 4946 4100.
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Applies from Wed 25 Oct 2023, 10.10am. Last reviewed: Wed 25 Oct 2023, 10.17am
Grass Tree walking track is closed due to vandalism, repair works will be scheduled as soon as possible. Until then the track will remain closed.
To continue on the Coast walking track walkers need to detour from Frazer Beach around National Park roads which include; Frazer Beach Road, Campbell Drive and Wybung Road, walkers will re-join the Coast walking track at Geebung walking track section.
Walkers are advised to be mindful of traffic and to keep off the roads and try to walk to the side if choosing to take these detours. Note that these are rough and not easy to traverse.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 4972 9000.
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Applies from Sun 17 Sep 2023, 2.21pm. Last reviewed: Sun 10 Dec 2023, 3.49pm
Sandy Point trail is closed to non-authorised vehicles until further notice due to vandalism.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the Manning Great Lakes area office on 02 6591 0300.
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Applies from Thu 8 Jun 2023, 6.07pm. Last reviewed: Sat 4 Nov 2023, 10.32am
Lone Pine Road between Italia Road and Drews Road in Wallaroo State Forest is closed while damage to a bridge is being repaired.
The Common picnic area is still accessible by 4WD only, from Limeburners Creek Road via Callaghans Trail and Lone Pine Rd.
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Applies from Wed 31 May 2023, 1.16pm. Last reviewed: Wed 31 May 2023, 1.19pm
Beach driving conditions remain variable due to changing swell, tides and weather conditions. Drivers are advised to exercise caution when driving and to check conditions before travel.
Please remember to:
Please follow the directions of National Parks and Wildlife Service personnel and/or signage. Do not drive over the frontal dune or any vegetation.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Nelson Bay area office on 02 4984 8200 from 8.30am to 4.30pm, Monday to Friday, excluding public holidays.
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Applies from Wed 3 Aug 2022, 10.43am. Last reviewed: Thu 24 Oct 2024, 8.33am
Rock fishing is a popular activity for many national park visitors and your safety whilst fishing is important. Parts of the NSW Central Coast are a declared high risk area due to large swells and hazardous surf conditions. In these high risk areas under the NSW Rock Fishing Safety Act 2016, you are required by law to wear an appropriate life jacket. This includes children and anyone helping you fish. This is regulated by NSW Fisheries and poses an on the spot $100 fine if non-compliant.
Before rock fishing you should always:
Stay safe, always watch the local conditions, never turn your back on the ocean and never fish alone.
If you’re in doubt don’t go out.
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Applies from Mon 2 Aug 2021, 1.52pm. Last reviewed: Tue 7 Feb 2023, 11.18am
The Lighthouse Keepers' Cottages Ruins site is closed to pedestrian access for public safety reasons. Please do not enter the site under any circumstances.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the local office.
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Applies from Thu 6 Oct 2022, 1.29pm. Last reviewed: Sat 16 Sep 2023, 8.46am
The south Moonee beach access trail located at the northern end of the Moonee Beach fire trail will be closed indefinitely due to cultural heritage sensitivity.
Alternate access to the beach is provided via Moonee Beach Trail, or, Hooey Street Catherine Hill Bay.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 4972 9000.
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Applies from Wed 3 Aug 2022, 12.57pm. Last reviewed: Mon 4 Dec 2023, 8.37am
Rock fishing is a popular activity for many national park visitors and your safety whilst fishing is important. Parts of the NSW Central Coast are a declared high risk area due to large swells and hazardous surf conditions. In these high risk areas under the NSW Rock Fishing Safety Act 2016, you are required by law to wear an appropriate life jacket. This includes children and anyone helping you fish. This is regulated by NSW Fisheries and poses an on the spot $100 fine if non-compliant.
Before rock fishing you should always:
Stay safe, always watch the local conditions, never turn your back on the ocean and never fish alone.
If you’re in doubt don’t go out.
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