http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/index.php Changes to conditions in Queensland's national parks, marine parks and forests. Fri, 17 May 2013 17:30:03 +1000 Fri, 17 May 2013 17:30:03 +1000 en-au 1440 Rain has caused flooding which has closed access to the Day use area. Affected parks: Byfield State Forest. http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/12065.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/12065.html Fri, 17 May 2013 00:00:00 +1000 The Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) will conduct planned burns in the D'Aguilar National Park - Mt mee Section along Range Road between Tuesday 21st May and Friday 31st May 2013, weather permitting, as part of the annual hazard reduction/conservation management program for parks and forests. As a result, smoke may be seen in the Dayboro area. This planned burn will help reduce the intensity of any subsequent wildfires and provide favourable conditions for natural forest regeneration. For more information, please call Samford Office of QPWS on 3289 2644. Affected parks: D'Aguilar National Park. http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/12067.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/12067.html Fri, 17 May 2013 00:00:00 +1000 The strong wind and rain events in mid January caused significant damage to park infrastructure throughout DAguilar National Park. Many sites have since been reopened, however some closures remain in place. Affected parks: D'Aguilar National Park. http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/12026.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/12026.html Fri, 17 May 2013 00:00:00 +1000 The campsites at Mouth of Baffle Creek Conservation Park No 2 and Broadwater Conservation Park are closed for camping due to beach access damage onto Rules Beach. Both conservation parks are accessible via boat and pedestrian access. Affected parks: Broadwater Conservation Park; Mouth of Baffle Creek Conservation Park. http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/12062.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/12062.html Fri, 17 May 2013 00:00:00 +1000 Flooding at Waterpark Creek is preventing access to the national park. Affected parks: Byfield National Park and Conservation Park. http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/12066.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/12066.html Fri, 17 May 2013 00:00:00 +1000 The Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service is conducting an exercise involving the use of live ammunition on St Bees Island on Monday the 20th of May through to Friday the 24th of May 2013. All vessels passing St Bees Island between those times (day and night) should remain a minimum of 500 metres from the closest point of the island. Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service apologises for any inconvenience. Affected parks: South Cumberland Islands National Park. http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/12064.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/12064.html Thu, 16 May 2013 00:00:00 +1000 Part of the Summit track (from the summit to the camping area) will be closed on Friday 17 May and again from Monday 20 May to Friday 7 June. Affected parks: Fitzroy Island National Park. http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/12063.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/12063.html Thu, 16 May 2013 00:00:00 +1000 Overnight rain has temporarily closed Minerva Hills National Park due to the access road becoming slippery. Park should reopen midday Friday 17th May. Affected parks: Minerva Hills National Park. http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/12060.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/12060.html Thu, 16 May 2013 00:00:00 +1000 The public access road within Lockyer National Park is now open but should be accessed with extreme caution due to on-going road work. Please refer to the link on the Lockyer NP home page which shows the public access road. Visitors should exercise caution, comply with signage and speed limits and give way to heavy machinery as on-going repair work will continue for some months. Affected parks: Lockyer National Park. http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/12059.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/12059.html Thu, 16 May 2013 00:00:00 +1000 Bustard Beach campground name has now been changed to Eurimbula Creek campground. Affected parks: Eurimbula National Park and Joseph Banks Conservation Park. http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/12061.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/12061.html Thu, 16 May 2013 00:00:00 +1000 Conondale Range Great Walk from camp Wongai to camp Tallowwood. Araucaria walking track from Peach Trees camping area in Jimna State Forest. Little Yabba and Piccabeen walking tracks from Charlie Moreland Day Use Area are open with wet creek crossings. Affected parks: Conondale National Park; Conondale Range Great Walk; Imbil State Forest; Jimna State Forest. http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/12057.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/12057.html Wed, 15 May 2013 00:00:00 +1000 Public access to Middle Island in the Keppel Bay Islands National Park is prohibited from 8 July,2013 to 19 September,2013 inclusive.This includes all public access above the high water mark and Northeastern Beach, Southeastern Beach and Northwestern Beach camping areas. Rangers will be undertaking pest animal control. Affected parks: Keppel Bay Islands National Park. http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11919.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11919.html Wed, 15 May 2013 00:00:00 +1000 Although the Lockyer Valley Regional Council has re-opened the road from Junction View, Glen Rock State Forest remains closed due to extensive damage to visitor facilities and roads. Rangers are working hard to restore access and weather permitting the Park should re-open at the end of June. Affected parks: Glen Rock State Forest. http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/12042.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/12042.html Wed, 15 May 2013 00:00:00 +1000 The following sections of the Fraser Island Great Walk have reopened: * Central Station to Lake McKenzie via Basin Lake * Central Station to Lake McKenzie via Pile Valley * Kingfisher Bay to Lake McKenzie via the Dundonga track * Kingfisher Bay to Lake McKenzie via McKenzie's Jetty. The Great Walk access track from the eastern beach via Lake Wabby to the lookout is open. The Kirrar Sandblow circuit is also open. The Great Walk camp sites at Central Station and Lake McKenzie have reopened. Affected parks: Fraser Island, Great Sandy National Park; Fraser Island Great Walk. http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11014.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11014.html Wed, 15 May 2013 00:00:00 +1000 Amamoor Creek camping area showers are closed for maintenance until further notice. Affected parks: Amamoor State Forest and Forest Reserve. http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/12058.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/12058.html Wed, 15 May 2013 00:00:00 +1000 The Alligators Nest Viewing Deck is closed for maintenance. Affected parks: Alligators Nest, Tully Gorge National Park. http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/12053.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/12053.html Tue, 14 May 2013 00:00:00 +1000 The Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) will conduct a planned burn in the South Stradbroke Island Conservation Park adjacent to North Currigee, Couran and Tipplers areas between Monday 3 and Friday 7 June 2013, weather permitting. This is part of the annual hazard reduction and conservation management program for parks and forests. Affected parks: Moreton Bay Marine Park. http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/12055.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/12055.html Tue, 14 May 2013 00:00:00 +1000 Emu Creek Campground is closed until further notice due to damage to the access road caused by January's flood event. Clancy's campground remains open. Affected parks: Benarkin State Forest. http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/12054.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/12054.html Tue, 14 May 2013 00:00:00 +1000 Due to prolonged unfavorable weather, the current prescribed burn closure is now cancelled and has been postponed by several weeks. Access into the following areas of Mt Barney National Park will now be closed for aerial burning operations between 12th June and the 28th June 2013. Affected parks: Mount Barney National Park. http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/12041.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/12041.html Tue, 14 May 2013 00:00:00 +1000 Rinyirru (Lakefield) National Park (CYPAL) is closed for the wet season. The closure has been extended due to a prolonged wet season. Southern camping areas (Kalpowar Crossing, Mick Fienn Waterhole, Dingo Waterhole, Old Faithful Waterhole, Kennedy Bend, Twelve Mile Lagoon, Six Mile Waterhole, Old Laura Homestead, Horseshoe Lagoon and Welcome Waterhole) will reopen 20 May 2013. Northern camping areas (including Sweetwater Lake, Annie River, Five Mile Creek, Saltwater Crossing, Bizant River, Brown Creek, Basin Hole, Top Whiphandle Waterhole, Bottom Whiphandle Waterhole, Orange Plain Waterhole, Hann Crossing, Hanush's Waterhole, Melaleuca Waterhole and Midway Waterhole) will reopen 14 June 2013. Affected parks: Lakefield National Park; Rinyirru (Lakefield) National Park (CYPAL). http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/12031.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/12031.html Mon, 13 May 2013 00:00:00 +1000 The roads into Cape Melville National Park have been temporarily closed for the wet season by the local authority (Cook Shire Council). As a result, the park (including all camping areas) is closed. The roads and the park will reopen as soon as it is safe to do so - anticipated 14 June 2013. Affected parks: Cape Melville National Park. http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11679.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11679.html Mon, 13 May 2013 00:00:00 +1000 Lake Bindegolly National Park will be closed for a pest animal control program from 6pm Thursday 30th May 2013 until 5pm Friday 31st May 2013. Affected parks: Lake Bindegolly National Park. http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/12052.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/12052.html Mon, 13 May 2013 00:00:00 +1000 All tracks and campsites on Currawinya National Park will be closed from 4.00pm Sunday 26th May 2013 until 5.00pm Thursday 30th May 2013 during a pest animal control program. Through traffic on the Eulo/Hungerford and Hungerford/Thargomindah roads will be unaffected by this closure. Affected parks: Currawinya National Park. http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/12051.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/12051.html Mon, 13 May 2013 00:00:00 +1000 The road into Mount Lewis National Park has been temporarily closed for the wet season. As a result, the park is closed. The road and the park will reopen as soon as it is safe to do so - anticipated June 2013. Affected parks: Mount Lewis National Park. http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11721.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11721.html Fri, 10 May 2013 00:00:00 +1000 The mid January storms caused considerable damage in Tamborine National Park, including significant tree falls, track washouts and a landslide in Witches Falls section of the park. Affected parks: Tamborine National Park. http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/12011.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/12011.html Fri, 10 May 2013 00:00:00 +1000 The western and south western slopes of Mt Mitchell will be closed for planned burning from Monday 13th May to Friday 24th May 2013. Affected parks: Main Range National Park. http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/12050.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/12050.html Fri, 10 May 2013 00:00:00 +1000 Due to significant storm damage some full-day walks as referenced in the Lamington National Park webpage and Park Guide remain closed until further notice - all closures are listed below. This closure includes all remote bush camping sites. All half-day walks have been re-opened, including some full-day walks. High wind and rainfall have caused landslides, numerous fallen trees and track damage. For your safety please obey all signage and barriers. Visitors are urged to monitor Park Alerts on the department's website as updates about park conditions become available. Affected parks: Lamington National Park. http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/12016.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/12016.html Thu, 09 May 2013 00:00:00 +1000 Spiegelhauer Road and the Rockslides walking track will be closed due to controlled burning from 20 May 2013, expected to reopen 25 May 2013. The Big Crystal Creek camping and day-use areas will remain open but visitors may experience some smoke. Affected parks: Mount Spec, Paluma Range National Park; Paluma Range National Park. http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/12049.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/12049.html Thu, 09 May 2013 00:00:00 +1000 The Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) will conduct planned burns in the Carbrook Wetland C.P. on Beenleigh, Redland Bay Rd between Monday 13th May and Friday 31st May 2013, weather permitting, as part of the annual hazard reduction/conservation management program for parks and forests. As a result, smoke may be seen in the Carbrook Wetland areas. This planned burn will help reduce the intensity of any subsequent wildfires and provide favourable conditions for natural forest regeneration. For more information, please call Daisy Hill Office of QPWS on 32909115 Affected parks: Daisy Hill Conservation Park. http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/12048.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/12048.html Thu, 09 May 2013 00:00:00 +1000 The Northern Access Track is temporarily closed to all vehicles north of the Poverty Creek Road turnoff due to a drainage pipe collapse under the track. Safe vehicle access is not possible until repairs are completed. It is expected that this track will be closed for approximately two weeks. Access to Poverty Creek and Gallagher Point camping areas remains open. Affected parks: Bribie Island Recreation Area. http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/12047.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/12047.html Thu, 09 May 2013 00:00:00 +1000 New trails are being constructed, linking to trails 3 and 4. For your safety, please keep clear of the work sites and observe the safety barriers. The new trails are expected to open 1 July 2013. Affected parks: Herberton Range National Park, Herberton Range Conservation Park, Herberton Range State Forest and Baldy Mountain Forest Reserve. http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/12045.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/12045.html Wed, 08 May 2013 00:00:00 +1000 Weather conditions have moderated, but recent rainfall events continue to inundate some creek crossings and low-lying areas in the upper Noosa River catchment. Visitors and tour operators are advised that the following walking tracks in the Cooloola Recreation Area are closed until further notice: Affected parks: Cooloola Recreation Area, Great Sandy National Park; Cooloola Great Walk. http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11565.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11565.html Wed, 08 May 2013 00:00:00 +1000 Over the next several months a number of areas in Mt Barney NP may be closed temporarily to bushwalking and camping to allow for planned burning. Affected parks: Mount Barney National Park. http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/12029.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/12029.html Tue, 07 May 2013 00:00:00 +1000 Kroombit Tops National Park is closed due to extensive road damage caused by recent weather events. Affected parks: Kroombit Tops National Park. http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11907.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11907.html Fri, 03 May 2013 00:00:00 +1000 Kroombit Tops National Park is closed from 4pm Sunday 19th May until 4pm Friday 24th May to conduct a feral pig control program. Affected parks: Kroombit Tops National Park. http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/12040.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/12040.html Fri, 03 May 2013 00:00:00 +1000 The Three Moon Creek pedestrian bridge is closed due to structural damage to the bridge from recent floods. An alternative access across the creek to the walking tracks is open. All walking tracks within Cania Gorge National Park are open. Updates will be made as information becomes available. Affected parks: Cania Gorge National Park. http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11950.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11950.html Fri, 03 May 2013 00:00:00 +1000 Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service will conduct planned burns in the Fraser Island Recreation Area from May until September 2013. These burns are being undertaken in accordance with the Fraser Island Fire Strategy, for asset protection, weed control and conservation purposes. The precise timing of burns cannot be predicted as this will be largely determined by weather conditions. Persons with respiratory or other health problems that may be aggravated by smoke inhalation should take suitable precautions when necessary. Affected parks: Fraser Island, Great Sandy National Park; Fraser Island Great Walk. http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/12033.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/12033.html Wed, 01 May 2013 00:00:00 +1000 Lady Musgrave Island campground closed from 8 June 2013 until 14th June 2013 inclusive to enable rangers to perform natural resource and general maintenance work. Affected parks: Capricornia Cays National Park. http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/12035.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/12035.html Wed, 01 May 2013 00:00:00 +1000 Campers have reported hairy caterpillars in trees within the camping areas and duck lice in the adjacent water. Contact may cause skin irritation. Visitors are advised to take care. Affected parks: Danbulla National Park and State Forest. http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/12034.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/12034.html Wed, 01 May 2013 00:00:00 +1000 The Gap Creek track is closed until further notice for safety reasons. Affected parks: Cedar Bay National Park. http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/10956.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/10956.html Wed, 01 May 2013 00:00:00 +1000 Due to flooding of the track, access to Five Rocks Campsite and Stockyard Headland is closed until Friday, 12th July 2013. A good wet season at the start of 2013 has established a perched watertable that extends across the sand tracks to these sites. As the water recedes and tracks become passable the sites will be opened. Affected parks: Byfield National Park and Conservation Park. http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/12009.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/12009.html Wed, 01 May 2013 00:00:00 +1000 Cedar Bay National Park has now become the Mangkalba (Cedar Bay) section of Ngalba Bulal National Park. Affected parks: Cedar Bay National Park. http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11037.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11037.html Wed, 01 May 2013 00:00:00 +1000 The Hasties Swamp bird hide will be temporarily closed for maintenance from 13 May 2013. The hide is expected to reopen 21 May 2013. Affected parks: Hasties Swamp National Park. http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/12030.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/12030.html Mon, 29 Apr 2013 00:00:00 +1000 The roads into and through Errk Oykangand National park (CYPAL) have been temporarily closed for the wet season by the local authority (Kowanyama Aboriginal Shire Council). As a result, the park is closed. The roads and the park will reopen as soon as it is safe to do so - anticipated July 2013. Affected parks: Errk Oykangand National Park (CYPAL). http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11689.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11689.html Fri, 26 Apr 2013 00:00:00 +1000 Due to severe natural erosion events observed in July 2011, semi-permanent depressions have developed in a section of beach between the navigational lead lights and the barge landing area. As a result, access along the beach to the barge landing area is not possible even at low tide. Vehicles travelling to Fraser Island should use the existing 4WD access track from the bitumen road round-about to the barge landing area. Affected parks: Inskip Peninsula Recreation Area. http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11838.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11838.html Wed, 24 Apr 2013 00:00:00 +1000 Trail 5 in the Atherton Forest Mountain Bike Park is temporarily closed for maintenance. The rest of the Atherton Forest Mountain Bike Park is open. Affected parks: Herberton Range National Park, Herberton Range Conservation Park, Herberton Range State Forest and Baldy Mountain Forest Reserve. http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11994.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11994.html Tue, 23 Apr 2013 00:00:00 +1000 Vehicle access on Cockies Creek Road from the Denham Ranger (plevna) turnoff in Crediton State Forest down to Captains Crossing in Mia Mia State Forest is closed until further notice due to severe damage to the road. Affected parks: Mia Mia State Forest. http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/12022.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/12022.html Tue, 23 Apr 2013 00:00:00 +1000 Vehicle access on Cockies Creek Road from the Denham Ranger (plevna) turnoff in Crediton State Forest down to Captains Crossing in Mia Mia State Forest is closed until further notice due to severe damage to the road. Affected parks: Crediton State Forest. http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/12021.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/12021.html Tue, 23 Apr 2013 00:00:00 +1000 During Autumn and Winter, a number of areas may be closed temporarily to allow for planned burning including Goomburra, Mt Huntley, Mt Mitchell and Wilson's Peak. Goomburra camping area will not be affected. As timing will be weather dependant, please check this site for updated alerts. Affected parks: Main Range National Park. http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/12017.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/12017.html Mon, 22 Apr 2013 00:00:00 +1000 A section of Marrja boardwalk will be temporarily closed for repairs from Tuesday 24 April to Friday 28 June inclusive. The boardwalk will be open from both ends, but it will not be able to be walked as a circuit. Affected parks: Cape Tribulation, Daintree National Park; Daintree National Park. http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/12015.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/12015.html Fri, 19 Apr 2013 00:00:00 +1000 HQPlantations advises that processing of cyclone damaged plantation timber will be occurring during April and May 2013. Visitors are cautioned that trucks will be using the Cathu-OConnell River Road and forest access roads on a regular basis. Public access to the harvesting site is prohibited. Please drive with caution and obey all signs. Affected parks: Cathu State Forest. http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/12012.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/12012.html Thu, 18 Apr 2013 00:00:00 +1000 Due to significant storm damage Warrie circuit, Purling Brook Circuit (Eastern side only) and Warringa Track are closed. High wind and rainfall have caused landslides, numerous fallen trees and track damage. Access to the base of Purling Brook Falls remains open via the Western side of the circuit. Please be aware that visitors must return to the car park in the same direction via 265 steps. For your safety please obey all signage and barriers. Visitors are urged to monitor Park Alerts on the department's website as updates about park conditions become available. Affected parks: Springbrook National Park. http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11948.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11948.html Wed, 17 Apr 2013 00:00:00 +1000 Due to significant damage resulting in large scale land slips, tree falls and severe walking track erosion, the Gold Coast Hinterland Great Walk is closed in two sections: Affected parks: Gold Coast Hinterland Great Walk. http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11978.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11978.html Wed, 17 Apr 2013 00:00:00 +1000 Please be advised that a major QPWS Capital Works project to seal the Kingfisher Bay hill road is scheduled from 22 April to 22 July 2013, weather dependent. Detours and a gate system will be in place. These gates must remain closed at all times, and attendants will be on-site between the hours of 7am and 7pm only. Outside of these hours please ensure you shut the gate securely after entering or exiting the resort. Be dingo-safe! Drivers are asked to exercise caution, obey all signage and directions provided by staff and expect minor delays. Your saftey is our concern but your responsibility. Affected parks: Fraser Island, Great Sandy National Park; Fraser Island Great Walk. http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/12010.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/12010.html Wed, 17 Apr 2013 00:00:00 +1000 The Mount Cook summit walking track is being upgraded and some sections may be slippery. Please exercise caution if using this track. Affected parks: Mount Cook National Park. http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11559.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11559.html Tue, 16 Apr 2013 00:00:00 +1000 The Northern Access Track on Bribie Island is open to 4WD vehicles. Drivers should be aware that if the area receives heavy rain the track may be closed at short notice. Please keep checking Park Alerts for further updates. Affected parks: Bribie Island Recreation Area. http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11889.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11889.html Fri, 12 Apr 2013 00:00:00 +1000 Gallagher Point and Poverty Creek campgrounds have reopened. The Poverty Creek access track is open but drivers should take care as some surface sections are rutted with soft sandy conditions. In the event of heavy rain these campgrounds and access tracks may be closed at short notice. Please keep checking Park Alerts for further updates. Affected parks: Bribie Island Recreation Area. http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11968.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11968.html Fri, 12 Apr 2013 00:00:00 +1000 Waterpark Creek Redevelopment Alert Affected parks: Byfield National Park and Conservation Park. http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11662.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11662.html Fri, 12 Apr 2013 00:00:00 +1000 From the 13th - 17th of May the Wreck Rock toilet block will be closed for painting. Please be considerate to others and bury your waste and toilet paper away from the campsites. Affected parks: Deepwater National Park. http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/12000.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/12000.html Wed, 10 Apr 2013 00:00:00 +1000 The Coastal Track from the day use area to Tea Tree Bay will be temporarily closed from 10 April to 14 June 2013 while the Boiling Pot upgrade is in progress. There will be a detour in place to link back to the coastal track near Tea Tree Bay. The detour track has an uneven gravel surface and is not suitable for strollers, wheelchairs or people with restricted mobility. Affected parks: Noosa National Park. http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11998.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11998.html Tue, 09 Apr 2013 00:00:00 +1000 The Musgravea Trail is closed for bridge reconstruction. Please be aware that this is a construction site and penalties apply for unauthorised access. The Children's walk and Fan Palm walk at Licuala day-use area remain open. Affected parks: Djiru National Park. http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11995.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11995.html Thu, 04 Apr 2013 00:00:00 +1000 Sundown National Park will be closed for a feral animal management program from 11 June to 21 June 2013. All access to the park will be closed except for authorised personnel. The program will reduce the impact of feral animals on the natural environment and surrounding agricultural enterprises. Affected parks: Sundown National Park. http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11962.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11962.html Wed, 27 Mar 2013 00:00:00 +1000 Sundown National Park will be closed for a feral animal management program during the period 27th May until 5th of June 2013. All access to the park is prohibited expect for approved personal. Affected parks: Sundown National Park. http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11960.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11960.html Wed, 27 Mar 2013 00:00:00 +1000 Due to recent severe weather events, numerous outcrops of coffee rock remain exposed on the eastern beach of Moreton Island. These exposed coffee rocks are creating hazardous beach driving conditions for motorists. Affected parks: Moreton Island National Park and Recreation Area. http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11938.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11938.html Wed, 27 Mar 2013 00:00:00 +1000 Amamoor Creek Camping Area has re-opened.Cedar Grove Camping Area will remain closed until further notice due to damage sustained on roads and infrastructure during the January 2013 floods. Affected parks: Amamoor State Forest and Forest Reserve. http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11953.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11953.html Mon, 25 Mar 2013 00:00:00 +1000 Due to structural safety concerns the Wynnum Boardwalk will be CLOSED until further notice. Unauthorised access is prohibited on this structure. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause. Affected parks: Moreton Bay Marine Park. http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11976.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11976.html Fri, 22 Mar 2013 00:00:00 +1000 Bulburin NP is closed due to recent flooding and damage including eroded creek crossings and land slips caused by Ex T. C Oswald. Affected parks: Bulburin National Park. http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11979.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11979.html Fri, 22 Mar 2013 00:00:00 +1000 The Wet Tropics Great Walk will be closed from 17/5/2013 to 24/5/2013 for feral animal control. Closures affect areas between Blencoe Falls and Wallaman Falls and between Yamanie gate and Henrietta gate. Walks closed include Juwun, Jambal, Buujan Quiinbiira, Djagany and Gugigugi. The following areas will remain open: at Wallaman Falls, the lookout, camping area and day-use area as well as Djyinda and Banggurru walks; at Blencoe Falls, the lookout, camping area and Jabali walk. Affected parks: Blencoe Falls, Girringun National Park; Wallaman Falls, Girringun National Park; Girringun National Park; Juwun and Jambal walks, Wet Tropics Great Walk; Wallaman Falls Section, Wet Tropics Great Walk; Wet Tropics Great Walk. http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11972.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11972.html Tue, 19 Mar 2013 00:00:00 +1000 The following closures are current within Main Range National Park following a number of severe weather events. Cunningham's Gap - Mt Cordeaux, Bare Rock and Mt Mitchell walking tracks are closed indefinitely due to extensive landslides. These areas are extremely hazardous. Goomburra - Access to Lookout Road via high clearance 4WD when dry. Goomburra walking tracks are open with caution due to rough surface conditions and high water levels. Affected parks: Main Range National Park. http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11787.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11787.html Thu, 14 Mar 2013 00:00:00 +1000 The Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service is working to improve facilities in Lamington National Park. As a result, the Python Rock lookout will be closed from Wednesday 6 March 2013 until the end of June 2013 whilst upgrade works are in progress. Please adhere to all signage and do not enter the construction site. The upgrading of this facility is a Queensland Government initiative to enhance your experience in national parks. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your patience and understanding while construction works are underway. Please monitor Park Alerts on the departments website for regular updates as they become available. Affected parks: Lamington National Park. http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11946.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11946.html Fri, 08 Mar 2013 00:00:00 +1000 The likelihood of negative dingo-human interactions is greatest during dingo mating season, particularly during the Easter school holiday period when there are a high number of visitors on Fraser Island. Visitors, tour operators and residents are advised to exercise extreme caution at all times. Always follow Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) dingo safety advice, remain vigilant with dingo safety and avoid interaction with dingoes at all times. QPWS strongly urge families with young children to camp in fenced campgrounds at Lake Boomanjin, Central Station, Dundubara, Waddy Point and private campgrounds at Dilli Village and K'gari. Affected parks: Fraser Island, Great Sandy National Park; Fraser Island Great Walk. http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11925.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11925.html Mon, 04 Mar 2013 00:00:00 +1000 The Pioneer Bay walking track is closed due to the presence of asbestos Affected parks: Orpheus Island National Park. http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11900.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11900.html Tue, 26 Feb 2013 00:00:00 +1000 There are no toilet facilities at the Cape Creek camping area as they were damaged in a recent wildfire. Toilet facilities are available at the nearby Windmill Bay camping area. QPWS apologises for any inconvenience. Affected parks: Cape Palmerston National Park. http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11911.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11911.html Tue, 26 Feb 2013 00:00:00 +1000 The walking track to the summit of Mount Ngungun is currently being upgraded, with periodic closures required for safety purposes. Every effort will be made to keep the track open during the works, however, for safety during high risk construction, closures may be required from 7.00am to 4.30pm Monday to Friday until 31 May 2013. Works are expected to be complete by June 2013, weather dependent. Affected parks: Glass House Mountains National Park. http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11592.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11592.html Fri, 22 Feb 2013 00:00:00 +1000 Donna Cave will be closed for infrastructure upgrade. It is anticipated the cave will be reopened in May 2013. Affected parks: Chillagoe-Mungana Caves National Park. http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11750.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11750.html Fri, 22 Feb 2013 00:00:00 +1000 The following walking tracks will be closed to walkers for the Mackay Mountain Marathon mountain bike event. All walking tracks from Eungella township to the Broken River Day Use Area including: Pine Grove, Cedar Grove, Palm Grove, Clarke Range, Rainforest Discovery, Granite Bend and Crediton Creek tracks. The following tracks will remain open: Sky Window Circuit, Pease's Lookout, Fern Flat, Broken River Platypus Viewing Platform, Wishing Pool Circuit and all tracks at Finch Hatton Gorge. Affected parks: Eungella National Park. http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11880.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11880.html Wed, 20 Feb 2013 00:00:00 +1000 The following roads will be closed for the Mackay Mountain Marathon mountain bike event: *All vehicle tracks between "The Diggings" and Hazelwood Quarry off the Eungella Dam Road *Cockies Creek Road off the Eungella Dam Road Affected parks: Crediton State Forest. http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11882.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11882.html Wed, 20 Feb 2013 00:00:00 +1000 QPWS are planning to conduct an aerial feral animal control program on Curtis Island National Park and Conservation Park between the dates 13th-17th May 2013 inclusive. To ensure the safety of the public no access to the National Park and Conservation Park, including Turtle street, Joey Lee's and Yellowpatch campgrounds will be permitted during this time.The National Park boundary gate will be locked on the 12th May and will remained locked until the 18th May 2013. In addition a maritime exclusion zone will be placed around parts of the Island including Turtle Street beach, Joey Lee's beach, Yellowpatch and Cape Capricorn. All vessel's passing these area's are advised to stay a minimum of 500 metres from the closet point of the Island. Affected parks: Curtis Island National Park and Conservation Park. http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11879.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11879.html Wed, 20 Feb 2013 00:00:00 +1000 Bald Rock Creek Camping Area will be closed from the 4/4/13 until the 20/6/13 while refurbishment of the toilet and shower facilities takes place. Castle Rock Camping Area will remain open for camping as usual. Affected parks: Girraween National Park. http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11856.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11856.html Fri, 15 Feb 2013 00:00:00 +1000 Ship Shelter, a rock art site on the Yindayin rock shelter walking track on Stanley Island, is closed due to the detection of movement of the rock overhang. The stability of the site is being investigated. The Yindayin shelter rock art site and the bush tucker walk can still be accessed but the Yindayin rock shelter walking track cannot be completed as a circuit. Affected parks: Flinders Group National Park. http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11665.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11665.html Mon, 14 Jan 2013 00:00:00 +1000 The Macushla to Cape Richards walking track is closed from the Northern end of the beach in North Shepherd Bay to Cape Richards. Affected parks: Hinchinbrook Island National Park. http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11666.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11666.html Mon, 14 Jan 2013 00:00:00 +1000 Fires are prohibited on Fraser Island. Fuel stoves are recommended for cooking. Affected parks: Fraser Island, Great Sandy National Park; Fraser Island Great Walk. http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11100.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11100.html Wed, 12 Dec 2012 00:00:00 +1000 Mount Beerwah summit trail, including access to the cliff face lookout, is closed until further notice due to a major rock fall. Mount Beerwah day-use area's picnic and toilet facilities remain open. Alternative climb sites include Mount Tibrogargan and Mount Ngungun. On-the-spot fines are issued for accessing an area closed to the public. Affected parks: Glass House Mountains National Park. http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11629.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11629.html Tue, 11 Dec 2012 00:00:00 +1000 All facilities at Broadwater are open, with the exception of the Rainforest walk. This walk was damaged by Cyclone Yasi and is anticipated to open in 2013. Affected parks: Broadwater, Abergowrie State Forest. http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/10927.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/10927.html Wed, 05 Dec 2012 00:00:00 +1000 Cyclone Yasi caused extensive damage to Kirrama National Park. It is anticipated the park will reopen in 2013. Affected parks: Kirrama National Park. http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/10948.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/10948.html Wed, 05 Dec 2012 00:00:00 +1000 The gas barbecues at Goldsborough Valley are currently unavailable. Affected parks: Goldsborough Valley, Wooroonooran National Park; Wooroonooran National Park. http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/10978.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/10978.html Wed, 05 Dec 2012 00:00:00 +1000 Eastern side of Purling Brook circuit track - CLOSED Affected parks: Gold Coast Hinterland Great Walk. http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11614.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11614.html Thu, 29 Nov 2012 00:00:00 +1000 The barbeques at the Natural Bridge section of Springbrook National Park are out of order until further notice. Affected parks: Springbrook National Park. http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11610.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11610.html Wed, 28 Nov 2012 00:00:00 +1000 Oyala Thumotang National Park (CYPAL) will be closed for the wet season from 10 December until 19 June 2013. Closure dates may vary depending on weather and road conditions. Affected parks: Oyala Thumotang National Park (CYPAL). http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11602.html http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/11602.html Thu, 22 Nov 2012 00:00:00 +1000