🏞️ National Parks: Ongoing Closures and Pest Control

Important Updates for Local National Parks and Conservation Areas

Visitors to several national parks and conservation areas in the region should be aware of significant closures and ongoing management activities. These include flood-related access restrictions, development projects, and pest control operations. The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) has issued alerts for multiple sites, with penalties for non-compliance with closure orders.

Ongoing Park Closures:

• Brindingabba National Park:Reopening is anticipated on May 30, 2025, conditions permitting.
• Cuttaburra National Park:Remains closed during development; planned opening in 2026.
• Toorale National Park and Toorale State Conservation Area:Extended closure until June 6, 2025, subject to daily review.

Area Closures for Upgrades:

• Gundabooka National Park and Gundabooka State Conservation Area:The Mulgowan (Yapa) Art Site remains closed for construction until at least June 9, 2025.

Extended Aerial Baiting Program:

The NPWS is continuing its aerial baiting program using 1080 poison across several locations until June 6, 2025. This targets wild dogs and foxes to protect wildlife and livestock. Affected areas include Nocoleche Nature Reserve, Toorale National Park, Toorale State Conservation Area, Gundabooka National Park, and Gundabooka State Conservation Area. Domestic pets are prohibited on NPWS land; owners must ensure their animals are restrained or muzzled near baiting locations. Immediate veterinary attention is crucial in case of accidental poisoning. Contact the NPWS Bourke Office at 02 6830 0200 for further information.