Visitors can now enjoy full access to Wingham Brush Nature Reserve on the Mid North Coast, following the completion of repairs and upgrades after the Manning River floods last year.
In May 2025, the Manning River flood left large amounts of mud, debris and sediment throughout the reserve, causing significant damage to boardwalks, railings, signage and visitor facilities.
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service staff undertook a huge clean-up for months, before reconstruction and upgrade works could commence.
Reconstruction works completed this week have restored safe public access and improved the visitor experience through installation of new signage, walkways, railings and ramps.
Wingham Brush Nature Reserve is one of the Manning Valley’s most valued natural areas, protecting a rainforest and providing opportunities for locals and visitors to connect with nature.
The recovery project has also delivered new technology to support environmental monitoring and community engagement, including a weather station and live-stream camera overlooking the Grey-headed Flying fox colony.
The equipment will support ongoing conservation and research programs while allowing visitors, schools and the wider community to access environmental data and observe wildlife online.
Ongoing bush regeneration activities will be undertaken across the reserve, including monitoring and removal of flood-deposited weed seed propagules to support the rainforest’s long-term recovery.
Visitors can once again walk among the reserve’s unique rainforest, experience its rich wildlife and enjoy improved facilities helping ensure this natural asset can be enjoyed and protected for years to come.
Learn more at Wingham Brush Nature Reserve.
Minister for Recovery and the North Coast, Janelle Saffin said:
“The reopening of Wingham Brush is a testament to the incredible resilience and commitment of our NPWS teams and the communities of the North Coast.
“Through hard work and smart investment in weather-resilient upgrades and live monitoring tech, their significant natural assets can be protected for now and future use.
“Seeing this treasured natural area restored and ready to welcome locals and visitors back is testament to the recovery efforts. It brings back enjoyment of this much loved and valued area and additionally it boosts tourism in the Manning Valley.”
