Crown land 2031 State Strategic Plan (PDF, 3.7 MB) vision for NSW is that our community has high aspirations to derive better value from public land to support resilient and prosperous communities.
The diversity and extent of the Crown estate means we will continue to play a lead role in land and asset management. Comprehensive planning, design, construction, and maintenance of structures will help to increase their life span, save money, and minimise impacts on Crown land reserves.
Current projects
As part of our State Strategic Plan (PDF, 3.7 MB), Crown Lands is focused on strengthening community connections with Crown land. This will be done by revitalising underutilised sites.
We are doing feasibility studies on potential future uses for both the Morpeth Railway Station and Cessnock School of Arts sites in the Hunter Valley.
Investigation into both sites is in its early stages. We have undertaken targeted preliminary consultation through stakeholder surveys for each site. This initial feedback will help inform the options reports.
Further community consultation on the future of the sites will occur once the reports are completed and ready for feedback.
We will keep stakeholders informed via this webpage as the projects progress.
The Narrandera Industrial Hall restoration project seeks to resolve structural problems, respecting the 120-year-old building's heritage status. Our priority is to maintain its historical significance and ensure public safety.
Summary
- Location: Narrandera Showground, Narrandera
- Dates: From December 2024
- Traffic and pedestrian changes: The hall will be fenced off to ensure public safety.
- Noise levels: High at times
What we will be doing
- Applying temporary safety measures to prepare for detailed structural works later:
- Installing temporary structural bracing to the southern elevation of the building to prevent the risk of failure impacting adjacent buildings
- Securing loose roof sheeting
- Installing temporary fencing to secure the work site and manage public access.
- After addressing the immediate risk, the structural and heritage specialist will create, and plan remediation works to repair the structure and reopen it to the public.
When we will be working
The temporary bracing work will take 1 to 3 days in December or January, depending on the contractor's availability.
What you can expect
- The project will commence as soon as the necessary permits are obtained from Heritage NSW.
- Concept designs are being completed to further guide Crown Lands on remediation options. These designs will detail the requirements to restore the hall to a standard aligned with its heritage listing.
- We will coordinate with the Crown land manager of Narrandera Showground, as the Hall is located within the Showground reserve.
Keeping up to date with our work
We will update this page as the project progresses.
To speak to an officer
Visit the contact us page and quote Narrandera Industrial Hall restoration
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Completed projects
Summary
- Location: Apple Tree Glen, Burrrapine
- Project investment: $1,328,550 excluding GST
- Dates: December 2023 to June 2024
What was done
- Constructed a new bridge at a higher ground level capable of withstanding a 1 in 2000 critical flood event.
What was gained
- Safe and reliable access for residents, emergency services, and primary producers.
- Ensured that the area was restored and handed over to Nambucca Valley Council for ongoing maintenance at the end of the project.
To speak to an officer
Visit the contact us page and refer your enquiry to the Apple Tree Glen Bridge, Burrapine replacement project.
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Summary
- Location: Queen Street, Barraba NSW 2347
- Project investment: $270,000 excluding GST
- Dates: May to July 2024
What was done
- Replaced the roof sheeting, gutters, downpipes, barge board, eaves boards, verandah posts, and gables with materials that match the original building.
- Installed a new stormwater system.
- Removed existing water tank shrubs.
What was gained
- Preserved the historical importance of the Barraba Court House while maintaining its original appearance.
- Engaged local Aboriginal contractors, ensuring the building is protected from the elements and supporting the community.
To speak to an officer
Visit the Crown Lands contact us page and refer your enquiry to the Barraba Courthouse Repair project.
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Summary
- Location: Jettys by the Lake, Illawarra
- Project investment: $500,000
- Dates: August 2023 to April 2024
What was done
- Phase 1 works included a mixture of bank stabilisation treatments along the southern end of the foreshore. Treatments included rock work and vegetation planting.
- Phase 2 works included a mixture of vegetation planting and rock work along the northern end of the foreshore.
- Both phases involved the replacement of non-compliant and failing seawall components with compliant structures and materials including geofabric and granite rocks.
What was gained
- Enhanced public safety and preservation of the foreshore from further erosion.
Related information
- Domestic Waterfront Licences Guidelines on the Crown Lands (PDF, 1.5 MB)
- Draft Lake Illawarra Coastal Management Program | Our Wollongong (PDF, 1.3 MB)
To speak to an officer
Visit the Crown Lands contact us page and refer your enquiry to the Jettys by the Lake, Bank Stabilisation project.
Summary
- Location: Mannering Park, Central Coast
- Project investment: $600,000
- Dates: February 2024 to September 2024
What was done
- Approximately 100m of the seawall was replaced with a 2-course stepped sandstone block design.
What was gained
- Enhanced protection to the shoreline and wave energy dissipation.
- Safeguarded public access to the waterfront, footpath, cycleway, and council exercise equipment.
- Improved the aesthetic appeal of the seawall with a semi-natural appearance.
- Ensured the area remained accessible and enjoyable for locals and visitors well into the future.
To speak to an officer:
Visit the contact us page and refer your enquiry to the Mannering Park seawall project.
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Summary
- Location: Silverton
- Project investment: $2.5 million
- Dates: 15 December 2022 to 31 August 2023
What was done
- Implemented works identified in the Penrose Park Master Plan.
- Upgraded a select number of existing amenities, including the replacement of 4 amenities blocks that were approaching the end of their life and 3 new amenities blocks.
What was gained
- Replaced old units with modern prefabricated designs to enhance the visitor experience and increase the appeal of the reserve for overnight camping stays and day-use activities.
- Improved the safety and amenity at Penrose Park to offer more camping options and revitalised existing buildings and infrastructure.
- Kept the park open to campers during construction works due to the large size of the site (80 hectares).
To speak to an officer:
Visit the Crown Lands contact us page and refer your enquiry to the Penrose Park Bridge project.
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Summary
- Location: Lake Tabourie, Shoalhaven, NSW
- Project investment: $241,000 excluding GST
- Dates: November 2023 to July 2024
What was done
- Removed the deteriorated boardwalk that was no longer safe.
- Installed a fence and a sand ladder to help people get to the beach safely.
What was gained
- Ensured public safety by addressing the safety risks associated with the old boardwalk.
- Provided safe and accessible public access to Wairo Beach through the local caravan park.
- Protected the coastal environment by controlling access to the beach and helping in dune stabilisation and recovery.
To speak to an officer
Visit the Crown Lands contact us page and refer your enquiry to the Removal of boardwalk, Wairo Beach project
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Summary
- Location: West Ballina
- Project investment: $215,000 excluding GST
- Dates: February 2024 to June 2024
What was done
- Completed works to secure a section of the Crown road revetment wall along the foreshore of the Richmond River between Kimi Park and Paringa Park.
- Removed concrete structures (boat ramps and driveways) from the Crown public road due to the current river revetment wall being in a state of disrepair.
- Did not replace boat ramps and driveways, adhering to the Domestic Waterfront Licences Guidelines (PDF, 1,446 KB).
- Implemented measures to minimise environmental impacts, such as sediment runoff and disturbance to local wildlife during onsite construction works.
What was gained
- Created a safer area for public access.
- Improved Crown land for the use of the community.
- Protected neighbouring homes and waterways
To speak to an officer:
Visit the contact us page and refer your enquiry to the Richmond River revetment project.
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Summary
- Location: 17 Denison Street, Gloucester, NSW
- Project investment: $28,000 excluding GST
- Dates: September 2023 to July 2024
What was done
- Secured the site to prevent unauthorised access.
- Removed waste, rubbish, and flammable materials from buildings.
- Cleaned up the site, including landscaping and removal of weeds.
What was gained
- Reduced risks of unauthorised access, vandalism, and arson.
- Reduced potential hazards to the community from exposure to waste or hazardous materials.
- Prepared the site for future recreational or commercial development, strengthening community connections with Crown land.
To speak to an officer:
Visit the Crown Lands contact us page and refer your enquiry to the Site access works – 17 Denison Street, Gloucester project.
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Summary
- Location: The Coast Senior Centre, 1 Darwin Avenue, Little Bay, NSW
- Project investment: $784,560 excl. GST
- Dates: March to September 2024
What was done
- Replaced floor topping on verandahs
- Repaired concrete spalling and treated corrosion under the slab
- Installed new control joints and repaired existing joints in brickwork and render
- Repaired concrete cracks in slabs
- Repointed brickwork and replaced individual heritage bricks
- Repaired defective render, concrete, and mortar on external walls, columns, and balustrades
- Cleaned and painted verandahs, including render, columns, balustrades, stair handrails, and ceilings
- Stabilised all chimneys
- Improved minor drainage and investigated drainage issues for future works
- Removed electrical services in east and west guttering
- Painted and performed minor maintenance on the cottage, wishing well, and kiosk.
What was gained
- Addressed structural issues and preserved the heritage value of the Coast Senior Centre, a former hospital ward and part of the Prince Henry Hospital Precinct
- Improved the safety and appearance of the building
- Preserved the asset for community benefit and tenant satisfaction.
To speak to an officer:
Visit the contact us page and refer your enquiry to the Coast Senior Centre Heritage Building Repair Works project.
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