UPDATED: 12 January 2026
To ensure the safety of locals and visitors, roads leading to Pound Bend Reserve (Warrandyte State Park) will be closed on days of extreme and catastrophic fire danger ratings.
On extreme fire danger days Parks Victoria closes Pound Bend Reserve, Jumping Creek Reserve, Koornong Reserve and Norman Reserve.
On catastrophic fire danger days, Parks Victoria closes the entire Warrandyte State Park.
To support these safety measures, on extreme and catastrophic fire danger days roads leading to Pound Bend will be closed to general traffic. Only residents and essential vehicles, such as delivery drivers and emergency services, will be allowed through.
Closures will impact access to Taroona Avenue, Everard Drive and Pound Bend Road. Parking will also be unavailable at 90 to 92 Pound Road during these times.
The decision to close the roads was made by the Manningham Municipal Fire Management Planning Committee, the peak planning body for fire management in Manningham.
The Committee includes representatives from Manningham Council, Victoria Police, Forest Fire Management Victoria, Country Fire Authority, Fire Rescue Victoria.
What you need to know
- Road closures will only occur on Extreme or Catastrophic fire danger days.
- Access will be restricted to residents and essential vehicles only.
- Visitors will not be able to drive into Pound Bend or park nearby
Which roads will be closed?
Access roads to Pound Bend will be closed, including:
- Taroona Avenue
- Everard Drive
- Pound Bend Road
Parking will also be unavailable at 90 and 92 Pound Road will also be closed.
How will I know the roads are closed?
- Temporary signs will be placed on the roads to indicate they are closed.
- The signs will be placed in the most visible way possible.
- Parking fines will be issued to motorists that park illegally.
Always check the Fire Danger Ratings before heading out.
Where can I check the Fire Danger Ratings?
Warrandyte falls within the Central Fire District. You can check the fire danger ratings by:
- Downloading the Vic Emergency App.
- Calling the Vic Emergency Hotline on 1800 226 226 or visit www.emergency.vic.gov.au.
- Checking The CFA Website.
- Keeping an eye out for our roadside automated and manual signs in Warrandyte
Make sure you know the Fire Danger Ratings and when to act. Download the Fire Danger Rating system factsheet for more information.
What if I live locally?
If you live nearby then you and your visitors will be able to use the roads to access your property.
Is there somewhere else nearby I can swim?
If you normally head down to Pound Bend on warm days and need to find an alternative place to swim then we encourage you to visit Aquarena Aquatic and Leisure Centre, 129-153 Williamsons Road, Templestowe Lower. Aquarena is only a 15 minute drive from Warrandyte State Park Pound Bend Reserve and has an outdoor swimming pool.
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Need assistance?
If you have any questions or concerns about these road closures, please contact our Strategic Fire Management Officer on 9840 9333 or email manningham@manningham.vic.gov.au.
