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.

• Access changes to Eastern Apron and Industrial Precinct (8 to 11 February): Due to a private event taking place on Cockatoo Island, parts of the Eastern Apron and Industrial Precinct will be closed to the public from 8 to 11 February. On 10 February, amplified music will take place between 2pm and 10:30pm. A fireworks and drone show is scheduled from approximately 8:50pm to 8:55pm and the Dog Leg Tunnel will be closed to the public from 4pm on this day.
  
  Our tour schedule will also be affected during this period (8 to 11 February). Please check our website for updated tour availability. Only the Cockatoo’s Convicts Audio Tour will be operating during these dates, however it will not be available from 4pm on 10 February due to the Dog Leg Tunnel closure.
  
  Our holiday accommodation, cafes and other areas of the island will remain open to visitors. We apologise for any inconvenience.
• 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.
  

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 and our social media channels for updates.

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

• Bush track repairs (9 to 11 Feb): Between 9 and 11 February, several walking trails at North Head Sanctuary will be temporarily closed due to essential surface repairs and drainage works. On 9 and 10 February, the trail between St Barbara’s Avenue and the Third Quarantine Cemetery, along with the boardwalk linking the Q Station roundabout on North Head Scenic Drive and the Gun Park, will be closed. Access to the Third Quarantine Cemetery and the city lookouts from North Fort to the Gun Park will remain open. On 11 February, the trail between St Barbara’s Avenue and the North Fort Road intersection will be closed, including the track from the North Head Sanctuary Visitor Centre to the Third Quarantine Cemetery and the city lookouts. See track closure map (pdf). Barriers and track closure signage will be in place throughout the works. 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.
  • 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.

• Upcoming events (7 & 8 February): On Saturday 7 February, Pendulum, an immersive art exhibition, will be held in the Retort House from 5pm to 10pm. Visitors can expect higher than usual foot traffic during this time. On Sunday 8 February, the Brittany Down Under markets will take place in the Torpedo Factory Precinct car park from 10am to 5pm. As a result, the Torpedo Factory Precinct car park will be closed from Saturday 7 February at 10:30pm until Sunday 8 February at 7pm. Visitors can also expect increased foot traffic during the event. We apologise for any inconvenience.

• 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 our social media channels for updates.