Alerts and disruptions

• Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race 2025 (26 December): On Friday 26 December, traffic controllers will manage roads and car parks to ensure a safe environment is provided to all persons at Headland Park for the viewing of Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race 2025. Car parks and roads will close as the site starts to fill, eliminating the risk of vehicles and pedestrians sharing the congested areas. Tenant and resident access will not be affected. We apologise for any inconvenience.

• Christmas and New Year disruptions: The following disruptions will be in place over the Christmas and New Year period:
  • The Cockatoo Island Visitor Centre will be closed on 25 Dec (Christmas Day) and 1 Jan (New Year’s Day).
  • Cockatoo Overboard cafe will be closed on 25 Dec (Christmas Day). Marina Cafe & Bar will be closed on 25 Dec (Christmas Day) and 1 Jan (New Year’s Day).
  • On 31 Dec (New Year’s Eve), the island will be closed to day visitors. Only guests staying overnight with valid pre-booked tickets will be allowed.
• Reduced public access due to major event (24 February to 3 March): Between Tuesday 24 February to Tuesday 3 March 2026, there will be limited access to the Industrial Precinct, as well as part of the Eastern Apron. From Friday 27 February to Sunday 1 March 2026, the Industrial Precinct, as well as part of the Eastern Apron will be inaccessible to the public, with the exception of ticketholders for the Sydney Harbour Concours d’Elegance event. Learn more about the Sydney Harbour Concours d’Elegance event here. Our holiday accommodation, cafes and other areas of the island will remain open to visitors during this period. We apologise for any inconvenience.
• Partial closure of Bolt Wharf area: A section of Bolt Wharf along the eastern edge of Cockatoo Island has been closed to visitors. A fence has been erected for safety reasons and to isolate this area ahead of forthcoming conservation works to Bolt Wharf and cranes. This area will remain closed until sometime in 2026.
  

• Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race 2025 (26 December): On Friday 26 December, traffic controllers will manage roads and car parks to ensure a safe environment is provided to all persons at Headland Park for the viewing of Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race 2025. Car parks and roads will close as the site starts to fill, eliminating the risk of vehicles and pedestrians sharing the congested areas. Tenant and resident access will not be affected. We apologise for any inconvenience.

There are currently no alerts or disruptions for Macquarie Lightstation. Continue to check this page and or social media channels for updates.

There are currently no alerts or disruptions for Marine Biological Station. Continue to check this page and or social media channels for updates.

• Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race 2025 (26 December): On Friday 26 December, traffic controllers will manage roads and car parks to ensure a safe environment is provided to all persons at Headland Park for the viewing of Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race 2025. Car parks and roads will close as the site starts to fill, eliminating the risk of vehicles and pedestrians sharing the congested areas. Tenant and resident access will not be affected. We apologise for any inconvenience.

• No vehicle access to North Fort (26 & 31 Dec): There will be no vehicle access to North Fort on 26 Dec (Boxing Day) and 31 Dec (New Year’s Eve) as North Head Scenic Drive will be closed at the Q Station roundabout. Staff from the Harbour Trust and NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service will be present to assist in managed access arrangements. Tenant and resident access will not be affected.
• Visitor Centre closed (25 Dec, 26 Dec & 1 Jan): The North Head Sanctuary Visitor Centre will be closed on 25 Dec (Christmas Day), 26 Dec (Boxing Day) and 1 Jan (New Year’s Day). We apologise for any inconvenience. 
• Warringah Triathlon (various dates): The Warringah Triathlon Club will hold their 25/26 race series event at North Head Sanctuary, specifically Collins Beach, North Head Scenic Drive and Fort North areas on the dates listed below. While no roads will be closed during the event, please be aware of up to 120 competitors who will be running and cycling between 6am and 8:30am. Please take care when driving or walking in these areas and follow directions from traffic marshals.
  • 18 January 2026 – Triathlon Race 4
  • 8 February 2026 – Triathlon Race 5
  • 8 March 2026 – Triathlon Race 6
  • 22 March 2026 – Triathlon Race 7
  • 12 April 2026 – Triathlon Race 8
    
    
• Fox baiting: NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service is carrying out an ongoing baiting program at North Head Sanctuary to control foxes for the protection of native fauna including threatened species such as Long-nosed Bandicoots and Little Penguins. The program uses manufactured baits, fresh baits and Canid Pest Ejectors containing 1080 poison (sodium fluoroacetate). Warning signs are located at the entries to sites being baited. Visitors are advised not to touch the baits or ejectors. Further, pets may be affected (1080 is lethal to dogs and cats) and are not permitted at North Head Sanctuary. Working dogs must be restrained or muzzled in the vicinity and must not enter the baiting locations. Penalties apply for non-compliance. In the event of accidental poisoning, seek immediate veterinary assistance. For further information, please call the Harbour Trust on (02) 8969 2128.

• Warringah Freeway upgrade: As part of the Warringah Freeway Upgrade project, Alfred Street off ramp and southbound access on Alfred Street North from Kurraba Road to Mount Street will be temporarily closed to all traffic until late-2025. As a result, there may be an increase in local traffic near Sub Base Platypus during this time. Please allow extra travel time, plan ahead and consider using public transport. For more information, please visit the Warringah Freeway Upgrade project page.

There are currently no alerts or disruptions for Woolwich Dock and Parklands. Continue to check this page and or social media channels for updates.