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Crown Lands

Crown Lands

Crown land is land held by the NSW Government on behalf of the public. We are responsible for the administration of Crown land, including its parks, reserves, roads, assets, infrastructure, and cemeteries.

Plume of water at Kiama blowhole
Crown lands explained
Wetlands
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Aerial overlooking a vehicle driving along outback road. Credit: Destination NSW
Information about Crown roads
Shoreline and parklands outside Dolphin Watch Café, Nelsons Bay NSW
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Surf lifesavers carrying surfboards on beach at Tathra Surf Club. Credit: Destination NSW
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Norah Head lighthouse. Credit: Deborah Griffin
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Aboriginal land rights and native title in NSW

Aboriginal land rights and native title interests are key to reconciliation and achieving economic, social, cultural and environmental outcomes in NSW. Crown land 2031 provides a commitment to uphold and progress land rights and native title interests in NSW.

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Aboriginal wood carvings near the Menindee Tourist Information Centre. Credit: Destination NSW

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Bathurst horse racing
Bathurst horse racing.
Credit: Brett Atkins
21 Mar 2025
New $4.7m harness racing training centre officially opened in Bathurst

A new generation of harness drivers will be able to learn their craft with the official opening of a new multi-million-dollar training centre at Bathurst Harness Racing Club.

Narrandera Industrial Hall
20 Mar 2025
Community invited to submit feedback on future of Narrandera Industrial Hall

Crown Lands is inviting the community to have their say about future potential uses of the Narrandera Industrial Hall, a 120-year-old state heritage listed building at Narrandera Showground in the Riverina region.

Albury West Memorial Hall
14 Mar 2025
Centre Stage: New beginning for Albury West Memorial Hall

Albury West Memorial Hall in the state’s Murray region will officially open its doors on Friday after extensive work to repair and upgrade the historic building into a thriving community space.