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        <title>Park alerts for Tropical North Queensland</title>
        <link>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts</link>
        <description>Changes to conditions in Queensland's national parks, marine parks and forests - Tropical North Queensland.</description>
        <pubDate>Tue, 29 Sep 2026 21:31:00 +1000</pubDate>
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        <title>Partial closure: Gorrell track (eastern trailhead), Misty Mountains wilderness tracks, Wooroonooran National Park (update 29 Sep)</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Please see below for current information on the Gorrell track: Affected parks: Misty Mountains wilderness tracks; Palmerston (Doongan), Wooroonooran National Park; Wooroonooran National Park; Japoon National Park]]></description>
        <link>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/26019</link>
        <guid>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/26019?v=7</guid>
        <pubDate>Tue, 29 Sep 2026 13:12:44 +1000</pubDate>
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        <title>Upcoming temporary closure due to planned maintenance: Din Din Barron Falls day-use area and walking track, Barron Gorge National Park</title>
        <description><![CDATA[The Din Din Barron Falls day-use area within Barron Gorge National Park will be closed for critical planned maintenance from Monday 23 November to Friday 4 December 2026 (dates inclusive). Affected parks: Barron Gorge National Park]]></description>
        <link>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/27039</link>
        <guid>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/27039?v=1</guid>
        <pubDate>Tue, 29 Sep 2026 12:33:09 +1000</pubDate>
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        <title>Temporary closure: no swimming at Josephine Falls, Wooroonooran National Park</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Visitors are advised that Josephine Creek within Josephine Falls section, Wooroonooran National Park is closed until further notice. Affected parks: Josephine Falls, Wooroonooran National Park]]></description>
        <link>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/27038</link>
        <guid>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/27038?v=1</guid>
        <pubDate>Tue, 29 Sep 2026 08:11:47 +1000</pubDate>
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        <title>Park open: Oyala Thumotang National Park (CYPAL)</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Oyala Thumotang National Park (CYPAL) has reopened following recent bushfire. Affected parks: Oyala Thumotang National Park (CYPAL)]]></description>
        <link>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/27037</link>
        <guid>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/27037?v=1</guid>
        <pubDate>Tue, 29 Sep 2026 06:46:51 +1000</pubDate>
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        <title>Planned burn operations: Flaggy Creek to Mona Mona area, Kuranda National Park and Kuranda State Forest</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) will be conducting planned burn operations (weather permitting) from Tuesday 29 September to Thursday 1 October 2026, between Mona Mona and Flaggy Creek within Kuranda National Park and Kuranda State Forest. Affected parks: Kuranda State Forest; Kuranda National Park and Mowbray National Park]]></description>
        <link>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/27036</link>
        <guid>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/27036?v=1</guid>
        <pubDate>Mon, 28 Sep 2026 16:22:22 +1000</pubDate>
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        <title>Bushfire alert: Boodjamulla National Park (Aboriginal Land) (update)</title>
        <description><![CDATA[A bushfire is currently burning within Boodjamulla National Park (Aboriginal Land). Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) Rangers and firefighting crews are responding and actively monitoring the situation. Affected parks: Lawn Hill Gorge, Boodjamulla National Park (Aboriginal Land); Riversleigh World Heritage Area, Boodjamulla National Park (Aboriginal Land); Boodjamulla National Park (Aboriginal Land)]]></description>
        <link>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/27015</link>
        <guid>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/27015?v=2</guid>
        <pubDate>Mon, 28 Sep 2026 13:21:42 +1000</pubDate>
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        <title>Bushfire and smoke warning: Mount Spurgeon Road area, Mount Lewis National Park</title>
        <description><![CDATA[A bushfire has affected areas of Mount Lewis National Park near Mount Carbine, resulting in changed and potentially hazardous conditions. Affected parks: Mount Lewis National Park]]></description>
        <link>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/27035</link>
        <guid>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/27035?v=1</guid>
        <pubDate>Mon, 28 Sep 2026 13:15:45 +1000</pubDate>
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        <title>Seasonal closure - Woody Island (Low Islets Reef) and the beach adjoining Sisters Island (South Barnard Islands)</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Access to Woody Island on Low Islets Reef (16-028) and the beach adjoining Sisters Island on South Barnard Islands (17-046) is prohibited during the following periods to protect roosting and nesting seabirds: Affected parks: Great Barrier Reef Coast Marine Park; Barnard Island Group National Park]]></description>
        <link>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/27033</link>
        <guid>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/27033?v=1</guid>
        <pubDate>Mon, 28 Sep 2026 08:47:51 +1000</pubDate>
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        <title>Seasonal closure - Taylor Cay (Taylor Reef) and the beach adjoining Eagle Island (Eyrie Reef)</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Access to Taylor Cay on Taylor Reef (17-064) and the beach adjoining Eagle Island at Eyrie Reef (14-118) is prohibited from from 1 October 2026 until 25 March 2027.  Affected parks: Great Barrier Reef Coast Marine Park; Lizard Island National Park]]></description>
        <link>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/27032</link>
        <guid>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/27032?v=1</guid>
        <pubDate>Mon, 28 Sep 2026 08:27:51 +1000</pubDate>
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        <title>Upcoming temporary closure due to mountain bike event: Bump Track, Mowbray National Park</title>
        <description><![CDATA[The Triple R Mountain Bike Race will be taking place on the Bump Track in Mowbray National Park on Sunday 4 October 2026. Affected parks: Kuranda National Park and Mowbray National Park]]></description>
        <link>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/27029</link>
        <guid>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/27029?v=1</guid>
        <pubDate>Thu, 24 Sep 2026 13:12:40 +1000</pubDate>
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        <title>Emergency Services training activity: Mossman Gorge, Daintree National Park (CYPAL)</title>
        <description><![CDATA[The Queensland Fire Department will be conducting a swiftwater rescue training exercise within Mossman Gorge, Daintree National Park (CYPAL), on Saturday 3 October 2026, between approximately 8am and 12pm. Affected parks: Daintree National Park (CYPAL)]]></description>
        <link>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/27028</link>
        <guid>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/27028?v=1</guid>
        <pubDate>Thu, 24 Sep 2026 13:12:30 +1000</pubDate>
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        <title>Upcoming mountain bike event: Twin Bridges track and Black Mountain Road, Kuranda National Park and Mowbray National Park</title>
        <description><![CDATA[The Triple R Mountain Bike Race will be taking place on Twin Bridges track and Black Mountain Road within Kuranda National Park and Mowbray National Park on Sunday 4 October 2026. Affected parks: Kuranda National Park and Mowbray National Park]]></description>
        <link>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/27030</link>
        <guid>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/27030?v=1</guid>
        <pubDate>Thu, 24 Sep 2026 12:40:24 +1000</pubDate>
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        <title>Temporary closure: Bicton Hill walking track, Clump Mountain National Park (update 23 Sep)</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Bicton Hill walking track is currently closed to the public due to a major landslip. Affected parks: Clump Mountain National Park]]></description>
        <link>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/26052</link>
        <guid>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/26052?v=5</guid>
        <pubDate>Wed, 23 Sep 2026 09:09:17 +1000</pubDate>
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        <title>Pest Management Program for Hinchinbrook Island</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) will be undertaking a pest control program on Hinchinbrook Island National Park to support ongoing conservation efforts and protect the island’s unique natural values from Wednesday 23 September to Thursday 1 October 2026. Affected parks: Thorsborne Trail, Hinchinbrook Island National Park; Hinchinbrook Island National Park]]></description>
        <link>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/27013</link>
        <guid>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/27013?v=1</guid>
        <pubDate>Tue, 22 Sep 2026 09:08:09 +1000</pubDate>
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        <title>Road works: Drovers track and Drovers lookout, Herberton Range Conservation Park</title>
        <description><![CDATA[From Tuesday 22 September to Wednesday 30 September 2026 (dates inclusive), rangers and contractors will be undertaking road works along Drovers track and at Drovers lookout in Herberton Range Conservation Park. Affected parks: Herberton Range National Park, Herberton Range Conservation Park, Herberton Range State Forest and Baldy Mountain Forest Reserve]]></description>
        <link>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/27011</link>
        <guid>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/27011?v=1</guid>
        <pubDate>Tue, 22 Sep 2026 08:39:59 +1000</pubDate>
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        <title>Temporary walking track closure: Rainforest walk, Lake Barrine, Crater Lakes National Park</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Rainforest walk at Lake Barrine will be temporarily closed from Monday 21 September to Tuesday 13 October 2026 (dates inclusive) for maintenance works. Affected parks: Crater Lakes National Park]]></description>
        <link>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/26999</link>
        <guid>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/26999?v=1</guid>
        <pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 15:06:45 +1000</pubDate>
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        <title>High clearance four-wheel drive vehicle access only: Errk Oykangand National Park (CYPAL) (update 16 Sep)</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Errk Oykangand National Park (CYPAL) is open to high clearance four-wheel drive vehicles only. Affected parks: Errk Oykangand National Park (CYPAL)]]></description>
        <link>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/25883</link>
        <guid>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/25883?v=10</guid>
        <pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 13:44:15 +1000</pubDate>
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        <title>Temporary camping areas and walking track closures: Wallaman Falls and section of Wet Tropics Great Walk, Girringun National Park (update 11 Sep)</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Wallaman Falls camping area is temporarily closed for redevelopment from Wednesday 8 April to Friday 16 October 2026 (dates inclusive).  All visitor facilities, lookouts and tracks surrounding Wallaman Falls lookout remain open during this time. Affected parks: Juwun and Jambal walks, Wet Tropics Great Walk; Wallaman Falls Section, Wet Tropics Great Walk; Wet Tropics Great Walk; Wallaman Falls, Girringun National Park; Girringun National Park]]></description>
        <link>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/25854</link>
        <guid>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/25854?v=11</guid>
        <pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 14:46:13 +1000</pubDate>
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        <title>Temporary closure due to impacts from ex-Tropical Cyclone Jasper: Ngalba-bulal National Park (CYPAL) (update 10 Sep)</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Ngalba-bulal National Park (CYPAL) is currently closed until further notice due to the impacts from ex-Tropical Cyclone Jasper. Affected parks: Ngalba-bulal National Park (CYPAL)]]></description>
        <link>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/23536</link>
        <guid>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/23536?v=21</guid>
        <pubDate>Thu, 10 Sep 2026 12:40:40 +1000</pubDate>
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        <title>Thorsborne Trail 2027 permit release</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Permits for the entire 2027 Thorsborne Trail hiking season will be made available on 15 December 2026 at 10am (Queensland time). Affected parks: Hinchinbrook Island National Park; Thorsborne Trail, Hinchinbrook Island National Park]]></description>
        <link>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/26972</link>
        <guid>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/26972?v=1</guid>
        <pubDate>Wed, 09 Sep 2026 14:49:56 +1000</pubDate>
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        <title>Livestock mustering operations: Wet Tropics Great Walk, between Henrietta gate pick-up point and Henritta Creek, Girringun National Park</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Livestock mustering (cattle) operations will be occurring in the vicinity of the Wet Tropics Great Walk, between Henrietta gate pick-up point and Henrietta Creek, Girringun National Park from Saturday 12 September to Thursday 12 November 2026. Affected parks: Wallaman Falls Section, Wet Tropics Great Walk; Wet Tropics Great Walk; Girringun National Park]]></description>
        <link>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/26967</link>
        <guid>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/26967?v=1</guid>
        <pubDate>Wed, 09 Sep 2026 07:37:10 +1000</pubDate>
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        <title>Park alerts for Cape York Peninsula parks are published on individual park pages (update 7 Sep)</title>
        <description><![CDATA[As there are numerous parks in the Cape York Peninsula area, park alerts are published on individual park pages. Affected parks: Cape York Peninsula parks]]></description>
        <link>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/16815</link>
        <guid>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/16815?v=9</guid>
        <pubDate>Mon, 07 Sep 2026 09:56:51 +1000</pubDate>
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        <title>Thorsborne Trail camping area enhancement works</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Works will be occurring at Nina Bay camping area from 23 September-1 October, and there may also be some trail works occurring in the Nina Bay area during this time. Other minor works may occur at other locations on the Thorsborne Trail/Hinchinbrook Island during this time. Affected parks: Thorsborne Trail, Hinchinbrook Island National Park; Hinchinbrook Island National Park]]></description>
        <link>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/26948</link>
        <guid>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/26948?v=1</guid>
        <pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 13:28:13 +1000</pubDate>
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        <title>Livestock muster, Rinyirru (Lakefield) National Park (CYPAL) (update)</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) will be conducting a livestock muster (cattle) across Rinyirru (Lakefield) National Park (CYPAL) between Thursday 3 September and Wednesday 30 September 2026. Affected parks: Rinyirru (Lakefield) National Park (CYPAL)]]></description>
        <link>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/26917</link>
        <guid>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/26917?v=2</guid>
        <pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 12:27:58 +1000</pubDate>
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        <title>Temporary road closure and repair works: Mount Edith Road, Danbulla National Park and State Forest (update 31 Aug)</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Heavy machinery will be operating on Mount Edith Road, Danbulla National Park and State Forest, between Monday 13 July and Saturday 31 October 2026 (dates inclusive) due to repair work required due to impacts from ex-Tropical Cyclone Jasper. Affected parks: Danbulla National Park and State Forest]]></description>
        <link>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/26673</link>
        <guid>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/26673?v=3</guid>
        <pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 09:38:39 +1000</pubDate>
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        <title>Partial reopening: Musgravea track, Djiru National Park (update 26 Aug)</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Visitors are advised that Musgravea track, Djiru National Park, has now reopened with restrictions. Affected parks: Djiru National Park]]></description>
        <link>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/26051</link>
        <guid>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/26051?v=5</guid>
        <pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 14:50:25 +1000</pubDate>
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        <title>Safety advice: Track to Ussher Point severely eroded, Apudthama National Park (CYPAL) (update 26 Aug)</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Visitors are advised that due to heavy rainfall, the access road into Ussher Point is severely eroded. This includes the entire 55km section of track from the Bamaga Bypass Road to Ussher Point camping area. Affected parks: Apudthama National Park (CYPAL)]]></description>
        <link>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/26377</link>
        <guid>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/26377?v=4</guid>
        <pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 09:55:07 +1000</pubDate>
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        <title>Upcoming temporary closures for viewing platforms and swimming area: Josephine Falls, Wooroonooran National Park (update 25 Aug)</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Visitors are advised that from Monday 2 November 2026 to Monday 1 February 2027 (weather permitting), the viewing platforms and amenities at Josephine Falls, Wooroonooran National Park, will undergo critical maintenance works. Affected parks: Josephine Falls, Wooroonooran National Park; Wooroonooran National Park]]></description>
        <link>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/26642</link>
        <guid>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/26642?v=4</guid>
        <pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 16:54:47 +1000</pubDate>
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        <title>Upcoming temporary closure in 2027: Eastern approach, Bartle Frere Trail, including Big Rock and Eastern Summit camping areas, Wooroonooran National Park</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Visitors are advised that from 21 June 2027 to 3 December 2027 (weather permitting), the Eastern approach, Bartle Frere trail will be temporarily closed due to maintenance works and management operations. Affected parks: Wooroonooran National Park; Bartle Frere trail, Wooroonooran National Park]]></description>
        <link>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/26911</link>
        <guid>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/26911?v=1</guid>
        <pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 16:53:56 +1000</pubDate>
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        <title>Visitor facilities open: Boodjamulla National Park (Aboriginal Land). Read park alert for details. (update 20 Aug)</title>
        <description><![CDATA[As rebuilding works continue at the Lawn Hill Gorge section of Boodjamulla National Park (Aboriginal Land), visitors are advised below of the facilities that are currently open. Your safety while visiting is a top priority, please continue to check this park alert for up-to-date information. Affected parks: Lawn Hill Gorge, Boodjamulla National Park (Aboriginal Land); Riversleigh World Heritage Area, Boodjamulla National Park (Aboriginal Land); Boodjamulla National Park (Aboriginal Land)]]></description>
        <link>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/25982</link>
        <guid>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/25982?v=11</guid>
        <pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 12:56:24 +1000</pubDate>
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        <title>Temporary closure: Old Coen walking track and section of Paalpal walking track, Kutini-Payamu (Iron Range) National Park (CYPAL) (update 19 Aug)</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Visitors are advised that the following walking tracks in Kutini-Payamu (Iron Range) National Park (CYPAL), will be temporarily closed from Monday 27 April to Friday 30 October 2026 (dates inclusive). Affected parks: Kutini-Payamu (Iron Range) National Park (CYPAL)]]></description>
        <link>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/26454</link>
        <guid>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/26454?v=8</guid>
        <pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:52:37 +1000</pubDate>
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        <title>No access to tap water: Goldsborough Valley, Wooroonooran National Park (update 19 Aug)</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Visitors are advised that there is currently no access to tap water in the following areas in Goldsborough Valley: Affected parks: Goldfield trail, Wooroonooran National Park; Goldsborough Valley, Wooroonooran National Park; Wooroonooran National Park]]></description>
        <link>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/26236</link>
        <guid>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/26236?v=4</guid>
        <pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:04:04 +1000</pubDate>
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        <title>Emergency public phone out of order: Goldsborough Valley, Wooroonooran National Park (update 19 Aug)</title>
        <description><![CDATA[The emergency public phone at Goldsborough Valley camping area is currently out of order and will remain non-operational until further notice. Affected parks: Goldfield trail, Wooroonooran National Park; Wooroonooran National Park; Goldsborough Valley, Wooroonooran National Park]]></description>
        <link>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/26379</link>
        <guid>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/26379?v=5</guid>
        <pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:03:49 +1000</pubDate>
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        <title>Reduced capacity due to higher than expected water levels of Tinaroo Dam: Downfall Creek, Kauri Creek and Fong-On Bay camping areas, Danbulla National Park (update 18 Aug)</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Higher than expected water levels of Tinaroo Dam have significantly reduced the amount of available space for camping at Downfall Creek, Kauri Creek and Fong-On Bay camping areas and space usually available for camping is currently underwater. Affected parks: Danbulla National Park and State Forest]]></description>
        <link>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/24514</link>
        <guid>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/24514?v=12</guid>
        <pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 15:49:47 +1000</pubDate>
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        <title>No access to Saad Point: adjacent to Apudthama National Park (CYPAL) (update 20 Jul)</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Visitors are advised that due to safety and road condition concerns and until further notice, there is no access to Saad Point. This area is normally accessed via the Ussher Point track in Apudthama National Park (CYPAL). Affected parks: Apudthama National Park (CYPAL)]]></description>
        <link>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/23153</link>
        <guid>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/23153?v=5</guid>
        <pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 12:20:36 +1000</pubDate>
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        <title>BBQ temporarily out of service, Josephine Falls day-use area, Wooroonooran National Park (update 14 Jul)</title>
        <description><![CDATA[The BBQ at Josephine Falls day-use area is currently out of service. Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service are currently working to fix the problem and apologise for any inconvenience. This alert will be removed when the BBQ has been fixed. Affected parks: Wooroonooran National Park; Josephine Falls, Wooroonooran National Park]]></description>
        <link>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/25640</link>
        <guid>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/25640?v=10</guid>
        <pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 15:01:42 +1000</pubDate>
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        <title>Temporary road closures: Kauri Creek Road and Tinaroo Creek Road, Danbulla National Park (update 13 Jul)</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Due to heavy rain from ex-Tropical Cyclone Jasper, Kauri Creek Road and Tinaroo Creek Road are closed until further notice. Affected parks: Danbulla National Park and State Forest]]></description>
        <link>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/23606</link>
        <guid>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/23606?v=8</guid>
        <pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 15:55:06 +1000</pubDate>
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        <title>Temporary park closure: Broadwater,  Abergowrie State Forest (update 9 Jul)</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Please see below update for current information: Affected parks: Broadwater, Abergowrie State Forest]]></description>
        <link>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/26063</link>
        <guid>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/26063?v=9</guid>
        <pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 15:47:09 +1000</pubDate>
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        <title>Water safety advice: Cardwell Spa Pool day-use area, Cardwell Forest Drive, Cardwell State Forest</title>
        <description><![CDATA[For your safety, do not enter the water at Spa Pool day-use area. Dry season conditions have caused the creek to become unsafe for entering. Entering the stagnant or slow moving water could cause health concerns. Affected parks: Cardwell State Forest]]></description>
        <link>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/26721</link>
        <guid>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/26721?v=1</guid>
        <pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 16:56:29 +1000</pubDate>
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        <description><![CDATA[Conditions are extremely hot and humid at this time of year, increasing the risk of heat-related injuries. Hikers can suffer heat exhaustion. Affected parks: Thorsborne Trail, Hinchinbrook Island National Park; Hinchinbrook Island National Park]]></description>
        <link>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/26720</link>
        <guid>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/26720?v=1</guid>
        <pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 16:02:42 +1000</pubDate>
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        <description><![CDATA[Nitchaga and Wall Creek bush camping in Koombooloomba National Park is closed as there is no access along Nitchaga Creek Road, Red Road and Wall Creek Road. Affected parks: Koombooloomba National Park and Conservation Park]]></description>
        <link>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/26715</link>
        <guid>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/26715?v=1</guid>
        <pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 15:50:48 +1000</pubDate>
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        <title>George Point toilet and sign removed due to erosion (update 30 Jun)</title>
        <description><![CDATA[George Point camping area on the southern coastline of Hinchinbrook Island National Park has been affected by severe erosion due to ongoing high tides over the past several years. Affected parks: Thorsborne Trail, Hinchinbrook Island National Park; Hinchinbrook Island National Park]]></description>
        <link>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/22907</link>
        <guid>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/22907?v=8</guid>
        <pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 11:38:52 +1000</pubDate>
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        <title>Temporary closure: ladies change shelter, Lake Eacham, Crater Lakes National Park (update 26 Jun)</title>
        <description><![CDATA[The ladies change shelter at Lake Eacham day-use area is currently closed. Extensive damage to the floor structure has been detected and identified as a significant safety risk to users. Affected parks: Crater Lakes National Park]]></description>
        <link>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/23768</link>
        <guid>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/23768?v=5</guid>
        <pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 09:49:44 +1000</pubDate>
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        <title>Temporary closures: southern section of Koolmoon Creek track, including Elizabeth Grant Falls; and part of Cannabullen Creek track, including Carter Creek and Cochable Creek camping areas—Misty Mountains wilderness tracks and Tully Gorge National Park (update 26 Jun)</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Cassowary Coast Regional Council have closed the access road (H-Road) to Cochable Creek camping and day-use areas and the eastern entrance to Koolmoon Creek track, including Elizabeth Grant Falls section. The road closure is in place from its entrance point, off Tully Gorge Road and just before the Tully River bridge, due to safety concerns of a bridge structure along H-Road. Affected parks: Tully Falls National Park; Wooroonooran National Park; Tully section, Tully Gorge National Park; Tablelands section, Tully Gorge National Park; Tully Gorge National Park; Misty Mountains wilderness tracks]]></description>
        <link>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/25942</link>
        <guid>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/25942?v=8</guid>
        <pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 09:19:59 +1000</pubDate>
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        <title>Planned burn season: Cardwell Range section, Girringun National Park and Cardwell State Forest (update)</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) will be conducting planned burns within the Cardwell Range section of Girringun National Park and Cardwell State Forest, between Friday 29 May 2026 and Wednesday 30 September 2026 (inclusive) as part of the annual conservation management and hazard reduction program for parks and forests. Affected parks: Cardwell State Forest; Girringun National Park]]></description>
        <link>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/26561</link>
        <guid>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/26561?v=2</guid>
        <pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 15:32:23 +1000</pubDate>
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        <description><![CDATA[Camp site 4 at Ussher Point camping area will be closed for safety reasons until further notice. Affected parks: Apudthama National Park (CYPAL)]]></description>
        <link>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/20353</link>
        <guid>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/20353?v=10</guid>
        <pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 15:39:33 +1000</pubDate>
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        <title>Planned burn season: Oak Hills, Girringun National Park (update 2 Jun)</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) will be conducting planned burns within Oak Hills, Girringun National Park between Wednesday 3 June and Friday 30 October 2026 (dates inclusive), as part of the annual conservation management and hazard reduction program for parks and forests. Affected parks: Wallaman Falls, Girringun National Park; Girringun National Park]]></description>
        <link>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/26578</link>
        <guid>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/26578?v=3</guid>
        <pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 11:13:12 +1000</pubDate>
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        <description><![CDATA[Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) will be conducting planned burns near the Wet Tropics Great Walk between Stony Creek walkers’ camp and Henrietta Gate pick up point, Girringun National Park between Wednesday 3 June and Saturday 31 October 2026 (dates inclusive), as part of the annual conservation management and hazard reduction program for parks and forests. Affected parks: Wallaman Falls Section, Wet Tropics Great Walk; Wet Tropics Great Walk; Wallaman Falls, Girringun National Park; Girringun National Park]]></description>
        <link>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/26581</link>
        <guid>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/26581?v=2</guid>
        <pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 11:11:56 +1000</pubDate>
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        <title>Viewing platform closed: Red lily lagoon, Rinyirru (Lakefield) National Park (CYPAL)</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Visitors are advised that the viewing platform at Red lily lagoon in Rinyirru (Lakefield) National Park (CYPAL) is closed until further notice. Affected parks: Rinyirru (Lakefield) National Park (CYPAL)]]></description>
        <link>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/26591</link>
        <guid>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/26591?v=1</guid>
        <pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:11:21 +1000</pubDate>
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        <title>Planned burn season: mountain range south of Wallaman Falls Road, Girringun National Park</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) will be conducting planned burns along the mountain range south of Wallaman Falls Road, Girringun National Park between Monday 15 June and Saturday 31 October 2026 (dates inclusive) as part of the annual conservation management and hazard reduction program for parks and forests. Affected parks: Girringun National Park; Wallaman Falls, Girringun National Park; Wallaman Falls Section, Wet Tropics Great Walk]]></description>
        <link>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/26580</link>
        <guid>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/26580?v=1</guid>
        <pubDate>Fri, 29 May 2026 11:59:38 +1000</pubDate>
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        <title>Temporary closure for public safety: Kennedy Bend camping area, Rinyirru (Lakefield) National Park (CYPAL)</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Kennedy Bend camping area is closed until further notice in the interest of public health and safety. Affected parks: Rinyirru (Lakefield) National Park (CYPAL)]]></description>
        <link>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/26523</link>
        <guid>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/26523?v=1</guid>
        <pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 17:04:11 +1000</pubDate>
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        <title>Temporary partial walking track closure: Society Flat rainforest walk, Kirrama National Park</title>
        <description><![CDATA[The eastern side of the Society Flat rainforest walk is temporarily closed until further notice, due to safety concerns with the pedestrian bridge. Affected parks: Kirrama National Park]]></description>
        <link>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/26451</link>
        <guid>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/26451?v=1</guid>
        <pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 07:09:20 +1000</pubDate>
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        <title>Temporary closure: Rungulla camping area, Rungulla National Park</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Due to extensive damage to the access road caused by previous severe weather events, Rungulla camping area is temporarily closed until it is deemed safe to reopen. Affected parks: Rungulla National Park]]></description>
        <link>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/26371</link>
        <guid>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/26371?v=1</guid>
        <pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2026 14:35:27 +1000</pubDate>
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        <title>Temporary day-use area toilet facility closure: Goldsborough Valley, Wooroonooran National Park (update 4 Feb)</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Due to public safety concerns surrounding exposed fibre asbestos,  the day-use area toilet facility will be closed until further notice. There is an alternative toilet facility located at the Bora Ground camping area. Affected parks: Wooroonooran National Park; Goldsborough Valley, Wooroonooran National Park]]></description>
        <link>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/24502</link>
        <guid>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/24502?v=6</guid>
        <pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2026 11:21:39 +1000</pubDate>
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        <title>Planned works for Stephens Island Camping area</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) will be conducting Restoration of Reef Islands work program at Stephens Island within the Barnard Island National Park from 15/02/2026 to 31/12/2026 (weather permitting). The result of this works means one camping node will be closed within these dates. Affected parks: Barnard Island Group National Park]]></description>
        <link>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/26125</link>
        <guid>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/26125?v=1</guid>
        <pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2026 11:03:16 +1000</pubDate>
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        <title>Safety advice: Scrubby Creek crossing into Eliot Falls camping and day-use area, Apudthama National Park (CYPAL) (update 5 Dec)</title>
        <description><![CDATA[The entry into Eliot Falls camping and day-use area requires crossing Scrubby Creek on the Old Telegraph Track (managed by Cook Shire Council). This crossing is only suitable for high clearance four-wheel-drive vehicles due to severe erosion of the entry and exit points. Affected parks: Apudthama National Park (CYPAL)]]></description>
        <link>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/20019</link>
        <guid>https://parks.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/20019?v=15</guid>
        <pubDate>Fri, 05 Dec 2025 13:23:26 +1000</pubDate>
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