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Pilliga State Conservation Area

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Current alerts in this area

Last reviewed: Sun 2 August 2026, 8.28am

Applies from Wed 1 Apr 2026, 10.00am to Wed 30 Sep 2026, 10.01am. Last reviewed: Sun 2 Aug 2026, 8.28am.

Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 program

The Australian Wildlife Conservancy (AWC) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes.

Ground baiting will occur in Pilliga National Park and Pilliga State Conservation Area.

The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species.

Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location.

Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW National Parks managed lands. Pets and working dogs may be affected (1080 is lethal to cats and dogs). Pets and working dogs must be restrained or muzzled in the vicinity and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.

For more information please contact the Australian Wildlife Conservancy (AWC) on 0460 876 654 or NPWS Castlereagh Area on 02 6843 4000.

Upcoming management events

Upcoming management events
Date Event Title
18 August 2026 Other planned events Australian Wildlife Conservancy Feral Animal Ground Shooting Trapped Animals Program Details

Applies from Tue 18 Aug 2026, 6.00am to Mon 31 Aug 2026, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 4 Aug 2026, 1.10pm

Australian Wildlife Conservancy (AWC) is conducting a feral animal trapping and ground shooting program from 18th August to 31st October 2016.

The program will take place across Pilliga State Conservation Area and Pilliga National Park.

The program is being run to reduce the impact of feral animals on native wildlife across these reserves including the feral free predator enclosure managed by AWC.

Closure signs may be installed during operations. Do not enter closed areas when signage is shown. Penalties apply for non-compliance.

For further information please contact AWC Pilliga Operations Manager on 0460 876 645

Details

Nearby alerts

Applies from Fri 20 Feb 2026, 11.00am to Fri 14 Aug 2026, 5.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 29 Jul 2026, 2.52pm

Closed areas: Mount Kaputar Summit Walk and Lookout closed for upgrades

The Mount Kaputar Summit Walk and Mount Kaputar Summit Lookout are closed for upgrades from Friday 20 February until Friday 14 August 2026.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Narrabri office on 02 6792 7300.

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Applies from Wed 24 Jun 2026, 5.00am to Mon 31 Aug 2026, 6.00pm. Last reviewed: Wed 5 Aug 2026, 8.42am

Closed areas: Carinya Beresford Park Firetail closed for maintenance

Carinya Beresford Park Firetrail in Mount Kaputar National Park is closed from 5am Wednesday 24 June until 6pm Monday 31 August 2026 for maintenance.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please contact the NPWS Narrabri office on 02 6792 7300.

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Applies from Thu 1 Jan 2026, 12.39pm to Thu 31 Dec 2026, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Tue 28 Jul 2026, 8.50am

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 ongoing program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program from 1st January 2026 to 31 December 2026. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) grain for the control of feral pigs and 1080 meat baits for wild dogs and foxes.

The program will take place in Warrambool State Conservation Area as weather and seasonal conditions allow. Australian wildlife has a naturally high tolerance to 1080 and will not be negatively impacted.

The program is designed to minimise the impact of feral pigs, wild dogs and foxes on native vegetation, wildlife and neighbouring enterprises.

Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location. Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW National Parks managed lands. Pets and working dogs may be affected (1080 is lethal to cats and dogs). Pets and working dogs must be restrained or muzzled in the vicinity and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.

Please contact the local Barwon NPWS area office for more information on 6792 7300.

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Applies from Wed 24 Jun 2026, 4.35pm to Fri 30 Oct 2026, 4.45pm. Last reviewed: Fri 24 Jul 2026, 6.04pm

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting a ground baiting program from Tuesday 30 June to 30 September 2026. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of foxes.

The program will take place in Timmallallie National Park, Pilliga Nature Reserve and Pilliga East State Conservation Area.

The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise impact of foxes on neighbouring stock.

Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location. Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW National Parks managed lands. Pets and working dogs may be affected (1080 is lethal to cats and dogs). Pets and working dogs must be restrained or muzzled in the vicinity and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.

Please contact the local Castlereagh Area NPWS area office for more information on 02 6843 4000.

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Applies from Fri 26 Sep 2025, 2.24pm. Last reviewed: Wed 15 Jul 2026, 9.32am

Closed areas: Part of Sandstone Caves walking track is closed due to rockfall hazard

The western section of Sandstone Caves walking track is closed due to a rockfall hazard.

The walking track along the eastern escarpment of the caves is OPEN.

Do not enter the closed section.

 

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Pilliga Forest Discovery Centre on 6843 4011.

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Applies from Mon 1 Jun 2026, 12.01pm to Tue 1 Dec 2026, 12.02pm. Last reviewed: Mon 1 Jun 2026, 12.08pm

Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting ongoing aerial and ground baiting programs. Aerial and ground baiting is scheduled from 1 June 2026 to 1 December 2026. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of feral animals.

The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species.

Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location. Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW National Parks managed lands. Pets and working dogs may be affected (1080 is lethal to cats and dogs). Pets and working dogs must be restrained or muzzled in the vicinity and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.

Please contact the local NPWS Castlereagh Area office for more information on 02 6843 4000.

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Applies from Tue 7 Apr 2026, 9.51am. Last reviewed: Mon 3 Aug 2026, 9.00am

Closed areas: Tara Cave Walking Track - Restricted Access

The Tara Cave viewing platform is currently closed for repair.

The remainder of the walk remains open to the viewing platform. The Old Woolshed Picnic Area remains open for use.

Penalties apply for non-compliance.

For more information, contact the Warrumbungle National Park Visitor Information Centre on 6825 4364.

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Applies from Tue 3 Mar 2026, 12.00am to Sat 31 Oct 2026, 11.59pm. Last reviewed: Fri 31 Jul 2026, 9.06am

Other planned events: Notice of 1080 aerial and ground baiting program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing aerial and ground baiting program across Mount Kaputar National Park and Deriah Aboriginal Area from Tuesday 3 March to Saturday 31 October 2026. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.

The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock. Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location.

Domestic pets are not permitted on NPWS estate. Pets and working dogs may be affected (1080 is lethal to cats and dogs). Pets and working dogs must be restrained or muzzled in the vicinity and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.

For further information please contact the NPWS Barwon Area office on (02) 6792 7300.

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Applies from Mon 15 Dec 2025, 12.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 9 Jul 2026, 9.30am

Safety alerts: Washouts on Carinya Road

There are significant washouts on Carinya Rd in Deriah Aboriginal Area.

Washouts can be harmful to vehicles and passengers. Please travel this road with caution and drive through washouts at very low speed.

This road is not managed by NPWS. Please direct any concerns regarding the condition of the road to Narrabri Shire Council on 02 6799 6866 or council@narrabri.nsw.gov.au

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Applies from Mon 15 Dec 2025, 12.00am. Last reviewed: Thu 9 Jul 2026, 9.30am

Safety alerts: Washouts on Kaputar Road

There are several washouts on the gravel section of Kaputar Rd in Mount Kaputar National Park.

Washouts can be harmful to vehicles and passengers. Please travel this section of road with caution and drive through washouts at very low speed.

This section of road is not managed by NPWS. Please direct any concerns regarding the condition of the road to Narrabri Shire Council on 02 6799 6866 or council@narrabri.nsw.gov.au

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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/pilliga-state-conservation-area/local-alerts

Contact

Emergency services

For all NSW fires visit the Rural Fire Service

For the latest information on wildfires in your area please contact the NSW Rural Fire Service.

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