Changes of conditions listing
To ensure that you and your companions stay safe, always remember that the natural environment can be unpredictable. A bit of planning and foresight can make all the difference.
Stay safe and get the most out of your park visit by preparing for natural hazards and other outdoor risks in Victoria’s parks. You are responsible for your own safety and the safety of those in your care.
Follow our safety tips and check our changed conditions and closures information for a great visit, including the individual park page for where you want to visit before leaving home.
Parks with changed conditions
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Annuello Flora and Fauna Reserve
Park Closure - Conservation Program
Due to a conservation program Annuello Flora Fauna Reserve will be closed across Saturday 18th & Sunday 19th October 2025.Closure signs will be in place on all main entry points into the park.We appreciate your patience & support -
Mount Buangor State Park
Park closure - Fire recovery
Following the February 2024 fire, the Mount Buangor State Park is closed for public safety until further notice to allow for stabilisation, recovery and rebuilding of visitor infrastructure. This includes Middle Creek, Ferntree and Bailes Camping Areas.Dairymaid rd, Mount Buangor lookout, Grevillea lookout and the Beeripmo walk have reopened, accessible by the adjoining the Mt Cole State Forest.See our recovery progress here; https://www.parks.vic.gov.au/projects/western-victoria/Mount-Buangor-State-Park-fire-recoveryOther Parks in the wider area available for camping and walking include:- Langi Ghiran State Park - East of Ararat
- Mount Beckworth Scenic Reserve - West of Clunes
- Kara Kara National Park - North of Avoca
- Enfield State Park - South of Ballarat
- Creswick Regional Park - Creswick
- Lake Bolac Lake Reserve - Lake Bolac
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Mount Buffalo National Park
Mount Buffalo National Park Closure
Mount Buffalo National Park remains CLOSED to the public due to the ongoing Victoria Police incident in Porepunkah.We ask all visitors planning to visit the park to follow Victoria Police’ advice regarding the park closure. A hard road closure is currently in place, with Victoria Police regularly patrolling.We will continue to update you via this stakeholder list with future updates and recommendations.Thanks for your continued support and understanding. -
Newhaven Jetty
Newhaven Jetty closure
Engineering assessments have revealed structural failures meaning it poses a significant hazard to visitors. Accordingly, the jetty has been closed to ensure public safety.
We understand that Newhaven Jetty plays an important role in the local community for recreation, including fishing and walking.The jetty will continue to be prioritised under the Sustainable Local Framework for future investment.Parks Victoria apologises for any inconvenience caused by the closure of the jetty.Nearby pier-based fishing access is available at San Remo Pier and Rhyll Jetty. -
Turpins Falls Scenic Reserve
Turpins Falls closed
Recent flooding events and an increase in visitation have deteriorated the steps down to the Falls.Following a risk assessment, the entire visitor site has been closed to protect public safety.Further independent engineering assessment will be undertaken to determine work required to improve track safety at the site.Signage and fencing are in place to prevent people accessing the car park, track and Falls. Parks Victoria inspects the condition of signage and fencing regularly.“We ask all visitors to respect the closure of this popular visitor site for their own safety.” -
William Ricketts Sanctuary
William Ricketts Sanctuary - Temporary Closure
William Ricketts Sanctuary was extensively damaged by a cyclogenesis storm event in June 2021. Many sculptures, buildings, pathways, and handrails were destroyed by numerous large fallen Mountain Ash trees.Our highest priority is public and staff safety, and this site remains too dangerous for the public to enter. Works are continuing to make the Sanctuary safe for Parks Victoria and its contractors to continue the recovery process.Recovery works continue to take place at William Ricketts Sanctuary following the storm, including the removal of large fallen and hazardous trees, perimeter fencing repairs, underground utility service reconnections and other important building, asset and facility works (including repairs to or removal of damaged buildings and associated infrastructure). Recovery works for William Ricketts Sanctuary are funded through insurance.Parks Victoria is continuing to make the site safe to re-open, but it is going to take longer than other sites due to the sheer scale of the damage and the artistic and cultural importance of the sculptures. At this stage, there is no specific date when the Sanctuary will re-open, but it is not expected to be during 2025.We understand it’s disappointing that William Ricketts Sanctuary remains closed, and we are grateful to the local community, our stakeholders and visitors for their patience and continued priority to keep safe by staying outside of these closed areas.Please continue to refer to the Parks Victoria website for up-to-date information relating to closures and change of conditions.Whilst the Sanctuary remains closed, Parks Victoria recommends visitors explore other Dandenong Ranges Garden properties, including the nearby Dandenong Ranges Botanic Garden, Pirianda Garden, Alfred Nicholas Memorial Garden or George Tindale Memorial Garden. Further information for each garden can be found on this website. -
Williamstown Workshop, Piers and Stony Creek Backwash
Workshops Pier Repairs are underway - marine exclusion zone in place
Repairs have begun to Workshops Pier, the entire pier is closed while works are underway. Works are expected to be completed by mid 2026.- For public safety a legal marine exclusion zone is in place for the duration of the works. This zone extends 15 metres from each side of Workshops Pier and outward of the pier head. The project involves major construction and demolition and is unsafe for public access. Buoys will be in place on the water to mark the area with prohibited access.
- For further information refer to the Victorian Government Gazette