Australia´s North West Holiday Planner 2024

BUSH FIRES In a country as dry as Australia, bush fires can be a danger. Due to the sheer isolation of the North West, it is possible a fire can rage for several days before it is noticed and brought under control. The lighting of fires can be extremely dangerous. Care should be taken at all times and a campfire should never be left unattended. Please help us protect our natural environment and abide by fire warnings. Travellers are also encouraged to speak with tourism operators and Visitor Centres for advice about local conditions. QUARANTINE To help keep Western Australia disease-free there are strict quarantine laws regarding the importing or transporting of plants and food stuffs. In the North West, quarantine checkpoints operate at regional airports and on the Victoria Highway near Kununurra when travelling from the NT into WA. More stringent restrictions apply in Kununurra due to the Ord Valley irrigation area. All fruit, vegetables, honey, plants, seeds, livestock and soil etc must be declared at checkpoints. Heavy penalties apply to those people not declaring items identified as a risk. For full details see agric.wa.gov.au NATIONAL PARK FEES Many of the North West’s incredible natural attractions are located in the spectacular surroundings of our National Parks, including the ancient gorges and waterways of Karijini, the imposing striped domes of the Bungles and the incredible three-tiered Mitchell Falls. The national parks are managed by Parks and Wildlife and a variety of facilities have been provided for visitors. Visitor fees apply to some parks and if you intend visiting a number of parks or are travelling for an extended period, a Holiday Park Pass (5 day, 14 day, 4 week) or an Annual All Parks Pass from shop.dbca.wa.gov.au will be the best value. NATIONAL PARK CAMPING Additional charges may apply for national park camping areas. A number of camping sites can be pre-booked at parks. dpaw.wa.gov.au/park-stay , and we recommend booking in advance for busy periods. TRANSIT PERMITS AND ENTRY FEES When travelling through remote areas of the Kimberley and Pilbara regions, please be aware that you may need to apply for a travel permit for Aboriginal reserves, and/or pay an entry fee for access to certain native title determination areas. For more information: balanggarra.com.au dambimangari.com.au dplh.wa.gov.au kalumburu.org wunambalgaambera.org.au IMPORTANT CONTACTS Emergency Services (Police/ Ambulance/Fire): Tel 000 or 112 (mobile) Roadside Assistance (RAC): 13 11 11 Road Conditions (Main Roads): 13 81 38 mainroads.wa.gov.au Kimberley coastline 80 | www.australiasnorthwest.com