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Yanga Update 20.01.26
Please be aware that the Blue-Green Algal alert status for Yanga Lake has risen to RED. This is based on satellite imagery and testing of the water will take place in the coming weeks to confirm what strain of algae is causing the bloom in the lake.
Regatta Beach Picnic Area, is still open but contact with the water should be avoided.
Algae may be toxic to humans and animals. Contact with or use of water from red alert areas should be avoided due to the risk of eye and skin irritation. Drinking untreated or boiled water from these supplies can cause stomach upsets. Alternative water supplies should be sought or activated carbon treatment employed to remove toxins. People should not fish when an algal scum is present.
Further Information and Contacts
Algal Information: http://www.waternsw.com.au/algae
Water Insights (Murrumbidgee Catchment): https://waterinsights.waternsw.com.au/
Algae Alerts NSW Map: https://www.waternsw.com.au/water-services/water-quality/algae-alerts
Latest Alerts for Parks can be found on the website at:
The Willows Campground and Picnic Area
WOOLPRESS BEND camping etiquette
Our northernmost remote campground and picnic area, Woolpress Bend, is open again after the roads were cut by minor flooding. Please see updated notice attached and this is a timely reminder of the National Parks campsite booking process. All camping in NSW National Parks requires a booking. This can be done online at https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/camping-and-accommodation or by calling 1300 072 757. There is a one-off booking fee of $6.
There is more info and a map in the sheet also attached.
Please caution campers that there is increased heavy traffic activity on Waugorah Road due to road construction in the park and that light vehicles should slow down and give way to trucks.
YANGA NATIONA PARK HAS WATERWAYS THAT MAY BE AFFECTED AT TIMES BY BLUE-GREEN ALGAE – PLEASE CHECK LATEST UPDATE
Campfires are permitted in designated fireplaces in campgrounds.
It is an offences to leave fires unattended.
https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/visit-a-park/parks/yanga-national-park
https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/things-to-do/historic-buildings-places/yanga-homestead
https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/things-to-do/historic-buildings-places/yanga-woolshed
https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/camping-and-accommodation/campgrounds/mamanga-campground
https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/camping-and-accommodation/campgrounds/woolpress-bend-campground
https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/things-to-do/picnic-areas/regatta-beach-picnic-area
https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/visit-a-park/parks/yanga-state-conservation-area
https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/camping-and-accommodation/campgrounds/kyalite-campground
https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/visit-a-park/parks/yanga-national-park
https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/things-to-do/historic-buildings-places/yanga-homestead
https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/things-to-do/historic-buildings-places/yanga-woolshed
https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/camping-and-accommodation/campgrounds/mamanga-campground
https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/camping-and-accommodation/campgrounds/woolpress-bend-campground
https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/things-to-do/picnic-areas/regatta-beach-picnic-area
https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/visit-a-park/parks/yanga-state-conservation-area
Visitors can pick up a self-guided audio tour for Yanga Homestead from the Balranald Visitors Information Centre or Balranald Caravan Park for an exclusive peek into this state significant heritage building complete with the original furniture, art work and bric-a-brac.
DOMESTIC FIREWOOD PERMITS – YANGA NATIONAL PARK
Permits are available from 1st April until 30th September for domestic firewood collection on Yanga National Park. The available firewood is from a single collection point and consists of redgum milled timber offcuts (sleeper backs). – Firewood Application Form
Permits cost $25/tonne or $12.50/tonne for pensioner concession with a limit of 6 tonnes per household per year.
Permits are only available to residents of Balranald and Murray Rivers Shires.
PLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS MUST BE EMAILED TO THE NPWS BURONGA OFFICE FOR PROCESSING AT: npws.lowerdarlingfirewood@environment.nsw.gov.au
Permit applications are available online – search “NSW Domestic Firewood Collection” or printed copies are available at the Yanga Park office, open 8.30am – 4.30pm every day.
For more information please call the Yanga Park office on 03 5020 1764 or email: npws.lowerdarlingfirewood@environment.nsw.gov.au