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Protection and management

We are primarily responsible for the direct management of land, assets and infrastructure, property management services and the oversight of a network of professional and volunteer managers

Men looking at Aboriginal artwork. Credit: Destination NSW

Working to return Aboriginal land to its original owners, and to support native title rights over land or water.

Bike riders on the Tumbarumba to Rosewood rail trail.

Management of built and natural assets including coastal infrastructure, dams, lighthouses and historical buildings.

Bushland creek, Dungog Common NSW

Helping to protect Crown land against illegal activity that threatens environmental values or the enjoyment of Crown land users.

Aerial view of Lake Ainsworth caravan park, Lennox Head

Expression of interest process for individuals and/or organisations interested in being considered for Crown reserve administrator roles.

Telegraph pole in field

The right to access and use land while the legal title or ownership of the land remains with its owner.

Aerial view of bushwalkers in national park.

Managing weed and pest control, revegetation, illegal dumping, waterway management, recreational access, and sediment and erosion control. 

Aerial view of rock pool with ocean waves

We have developed a Climate Adaptation Plan to help us mitigate the risks and impacts associated with climate change.