Cascades Camping Ground Closed Over Christmas The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service advises that due to storm damage, Cascades Camping Ground located 35 kilometres east of Cooma and the Wadbilliga Road in the Wadbilliga National Park will remain closed during the Christmas holiday period.NPWS Far South Coast Regional Manager Tim Shepherd says many trees in the Cascades Camping area remain unsafe so Cascades must remain closed to the public.“In September NPWS informed the public we would assess trees damaged by storms near Cascades Camping Ground and unfortunately we have found the damage to the area is severe.“NPWS won’t be able to reopen the campground before Christmas but the Cascades walkway, viewing platform, car park and walking trail to the Tuross Fall will remain open.“Alternative camping is available to the north of Cascades at Berlang or Bendethera in Deua National Park.“The Wadbilliga Road will also remain closed over the Christmas period due to major land slip damage, however, the Wadbilliga Road eastern closure point will be moved to Wadbilliga crossing.“This means Wadbilliga Road will be completely closed from the western boundary of Wadbilliga National Park at Two River Plains to the Wadbilliga Crossing camping and picnic area. “This change will allow public access to Lake Creek and the Wadbilliga Crossing camping and picnic areas from the eastern or Cobargo end of the Wadbilliga Road. “We advise that only four-wheel drive vehicles may access Lake Creek and Wadbilliga Crossing from the east due to storm damage. “NPWS will erect signposts advising Wadbilliga Road access near Cobargo on the Yowrie Road and Tuross Road junctions. “Signage about the Cascades Camping Area closure will be erected at the Badja Road access point for the convenience of visitors,” Mr Shepherd said. For more information contact the NPWS Narooma office on 4476 0800.For information about camping ground in the Far South Coast Region, visit: http://www.environment.nsw.gov.au/media/DecMedia10060201.htm Media contact: Lucy Morrell on 02 6229-7126 or 0427-578-834 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Campground Hosts with NPWS for Easter 2012 Applications for Campground hosts with NPWS for the Easter 2012 program will be open 15 January - 20 February 2012.Applications for the Easter Program will open online at www.environment.nsw.gov.au/volunteers. In order to apply, hosts need to be over 18, fill out the online application form, provide a copy of their resume, and sign a Prohibited Employment Declaration form. A National Police Record Check will also be required during the interview process.In the meantime, volunteer can review the program requirements on the webpage and submit an expression of interest. Volunteers page - http://www.environment.nsw.gov.au/volunteers/index.htm Campground Hosts Program - http://www.environment.nsw.gov.au/volunteers/NPWSCampgroundHostProgram.htm
TGA Recovery Strap Recall Sold between 1st January 2011 – 6th October 2011 What are the Defects? The product does not comply with the mandatory standard for motor vehicle recovery straps. It has an inadequate warning label and may not make the user aware of the safety issues when using the product.What are the Hazards? Incorrect use of the Strap could cause death, personal injury or damage to property. What should consumers do? Contact the store where the strap was bought or contact TGA Trading Pty Ltd directly to arrange corrective action.Phone: 07-3865-6161 Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
