Alerts and disruptions

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

• 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.

• Clocktower Con (17 to 19 July 2026): Clocktower Con will take place on Cockatoo Island from Friday 17 to Sunday 19 July 2026. Areas of the Industrial Precinct will be restricted from 9am Thursday 16 July to 11am Monday 20 July to cover the event build, event days and pack-down period. All other areas of the island will remain open to visitors. You can learn more about the event and purchase tickets here.

• Fear Island (28 to 30 August 2026):  Fear Island will take place on Cockatoo Island from Friday 28 to Sunday 30 August 2026. On these dates, both tunnels will be closed to the public from 2pm to 9:30pm and parts of the Eastern Apron will be inaccessible due to event activities. All other areas of the island will remain open to visitors. You can learn more about the event and purchase tickets here.

  
  

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

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

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

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

• 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: There continue to be roadworks in the vicinity of Sub Base Platypus due to the Warringah Freeway Upgrade project. As a result, there may be periods of increased local traffic near Sub Base Platypus. Please allow extra travel time, plan ahead and consider using public transport. For more information, please visit the Warringah Freeway Upgrade project page.

• Lookout refurbishment: The Woolwich Lookout is currently undergoing refurbishment, including upgrades to the balustrade and timber decking to improve safety and enhance the experience for visitors. The lookout will be closed during the works, which are expected to be completed by the end of July 2026.