Alerts and disruptions

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

• Turbine Shop western entrance door closure (26 May to 13 June 2025): The western entrance door of the Turbine Shop (Building 150) will be closed from 26 May to 13 June during repair works. Detour signage will be in place to guide visitors to an alternative entry. We apologise for any inconvenience.
  Biloela House closed for upgrades (March to June 2025): Biloela House is currently closed to the public while we repaint its interior. We are also taking the opportunity to consolidate and reimagine the exhibition space. These works commenced on 3 March 2025 and we anticipate being in a position to reopen Biloela House by the end of June 2025. In the meantime, you can still enjoy the veranda and lawn. We apologise for any inconvenience but look forward to sharing the new exhibition experience.
• 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.
  
• Temporary site fencing around Building 137, 138 and 143: Due to remedial works taking place in the Industrial Precinct, temporary site fencing has been erected around Building 137, Building 138 and Building 143. Access to these buildings will be limited during this time. It is anticipated the works will be completed by July 2025.

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

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.

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

• Visitor Centre closed (19 May): Due to unforeseen circumstances, the North Head Sanctuary Visitor Centre will be closed today (19 May). We apologise for any inconvenience. 
• North Head Sanctuary tunnel closure: From 19 May 2025, the North Fort tunnels at North Head Sanctuary will be closed for up to 8 weeks while they undergo remediation and conservation works. During this time, the Defence of Sydney Tour will follow a modified route. To account for the tunnels being inaccessible, Australia’s Memorial Walk will be incorporated into the tour. The modified tour will still run for 1 hour and 45 minutes. We apologise for any inconvenience.
  
• 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 mid-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 to accessing Woolwich Dock and Parklands. Continue to check this page and or social media channels for updates.