Crown land 2031 State Strategic Plan (PDF, 3.7 MB) vision for NSW is that our community has high aspirations to protect environmental assets, improve and expand green space, and build resilience to climate change. Our remediation projects aim to restore and rehabilitate degraded or damaged Crown land sites, addressing contamination and restoring natural built and structural features to make them suitable for community use and enjoyment.
Current projects
Summary
- Location: Old Ferry Road, Illawong
- Dates: mid-2024 to early 2026
- Times of work: Weekdays 7:00 am to 6:00 pm
- Traffic and pedestrian changes: during demolition
- Noise levels: medium to high at times
What we will be doing
From mid-2024 you may notice:
- Demolition (mid-2024 to late 2024):
- Demolition works of 5 unsafe structures from Crown land, including the clearing of hazardous materials, old vehicles, and overgrown weeds.
- Rehabilitation (mid-2025 to early 2026):
- Comprehensive site recovery to make the area safe and ready for everyone to enjoy.
What you can expect
- Access to the area will be impacted until hazardous materials, including asbestos, have been removed. Please do not enter the site
- During work we will have temporary traffic management for the safety of our crew, users, and pedestrians
- There might be occasional noise during these works, but we'll make every effort to reduce it
- Long-term plan is for the community to benefit from a revitalised Georges River foreshore to enjoy a more scenic and functional riverfront, ideal for relaxation and activities. The remediation works will also improve the condition of Georges River National Park
- We thank you for your patience and cooperation while we complete this important work.
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 "Illawong Cottages Removal" for any inquiries or further information.
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Summary
- Location: Moonee Beach
- Project investment: $125,000 excluding GST
- Dates: April 2024 to July 2024
What we will be doing
- Gaining development consent for the demolition of the Moonee Beach Pedestrian Bridge (to be completed in 2024 / 2025 financial year) and investigating possible bridge design options. This demolition is crucial for public safety as the bridge is dilapidated and structurally unstable with eroded piers and worm damage that is not considered viable for repair. Engineering evaluation has confirmed the bridge's instability and deemed repairs infeasible.
- Working collaboratively with stakeholders including the Local Aboriginal Land Council, NSW Aboriginal Land Council, and Coffs Harbour City Council to address safety concerns and plan for future pedestrian access. Most of the bridge is on Crown waterway, with small portions managed Crown reserve and the adjacent National Park.
- Discussing the replacement pedestrian bridge (subject to sourcing funding and development consent).
What you can expect
- No walking or climbing on the bridge. The existing bridge will remain closed for the safety of the community.
- No crossing the sand bar at Moonee Creek and Sugar Mill Creek as it is dangerous and there is risk of oyster cuts and potential drowning. The area also has Aboriginal middens, ancient shell deposits, that hold great value to the local Indigenous community which could be impacted by indiscriminate crossing of the waterway.
- Use of the alternate route to the reserve including the Rutile Trail, Sapphire Beach to access Green Bluff and Moonee Beach Nature 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 refer your enquiry to the Moonee Beach Pedestrian Bridge project.
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Summary
- Location: Spring Hill, Wollongong
- Project investment: $170,000
- Dates: June 2024 to August 2024
- Times of work: weekdays from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm
- Traffic and pedestrian changes: adjustments to walking, cycling, and driving along Springhill Road due to truck movements
- Noise levels: occasional noise, efforts to minimise impact
What we will be doing
- Demolishing structures.
- Sorting waste for recycling or disposal.
- Enhancing the visual amenity and safety of the area.
What you can expect
- Residents are advised to stay clear of the site for safety and to facilitate effective clean-up.
- Temporary traffic management and occasional noise during these works.
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 refer your enquiry to the Spring Hill Crown land clean up.
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The Wee Jasper Dip Caves include 5 parallel and interconnected caves with multiple entrances. The main walk-in entrance is geologically unstable, and tests have confirmed the presence of asbestos contamination.
Geological instability of the main entrance increases the risk of rock fall and landslips which could result in injury or death. Breathing asbestos fibres increases the risk of serious diseases, including asbestosis, mesothelioma, and lung cancer.
Keep yourself safe and do not use the main entrance leading into the Dip Caves.
Summary
- Location: Wee Jasper Reserves, Wee Jasper
- Dates: ongoing
- Pedestrian changes: no entry to the site as there are safety risks
What we will be doing
- Assessing options that could safely permit the reopening of the main entrance to the Dip Caves for a range of users and interest groups.
- Engaging with the community, stakeholders, and interest groups to support decision-making.
- Considering remedial strategies that are sensitive to the requirements of the vulnerable Bent-winged Bat population and address public safety needs.
- Undertaking further studies to inform any proposed works to stabilise the main entrance and / or remove contamination.
- Implementing remedial works as required.
What you can expect
- Temporary fencing has been installed to restrict access to this site. The main walk-in entrance to the Dip Caves remains closed.
- Temporary fencing at other entrances is to prevent accidental falls into the caves. These access points are not currently closed to the public.
- Fencing measures will remain in place until further investigations can be completed. This is for the safety of our crew, users, and pedestrians.
Keeping up to date with our work
We will update this page as the project progresses.
To speak to an officer
Visit the Crown Lands Contact us page and refer your enquiry to the Wee Jasper Dip Caves remediation project.
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Completed projects
Crown land reserved for regeneration is located west of Cobar and was previously a Council waste facility for over 100 years.
The site is approximately 6,350 hectares in size and is actively used by the community as part of the reserve network surrounding Cobar.
Summary
- Investment: $429,919 including GST
- Project timeframe: March 2023 to October 2023
- Location: Kaloogleguy Reserve, Barrier Highway, Cobar
What was done
- Installation of a perimeter fence, gate, and signs around a section of Kaloogleguy Reserve as part of a staged plan to clean up asbestos contamination on the site.
- Vegetation cleared along the surveyed fencing line.
- Installation of 8 kilometres of 6-strand agricultural fence along the surveyed alignment.
- Installation of warning signage along the fence line as required by EPA (Environmental Protection Authority).
- Installation of 19 gates on existing tracks for fire management access.
What was gained
- Eliminated safety risks as fencing excludes the public from accessing the affected parts of the reserve.
- Enabled access for fire management activities.
To speak to an officer
Visit the Contact us page and refer your enquiry to the Fencing at Kaloogleguy Reserve project.
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In February 2021, the NSW Government launched an Expression of Interest (EOI) campaign to lease, restore, and reactivate 4 cabins at Atherton Drive, Urunga.
The EOI process was aimed at testing the market’s interest in rehabilitating and repurposing the cabins under a lease arrangement to improve visitor amenity and activate the Atherton Drive foreshore recreation area. The EOI closed on 23 April 2021.
After consideration of all submissions, none were found to meet the evaluation criteria. Evaluation criteria included economic viability, contribution to visitor amenity, and the proposed planning approval pathway. All applicants have been advised of the outcome.
Summary
- Location: Atherton Drive, Urunga
- Project investment: $340,000 excluding GST
- Dates: November 2023 to June 2024
What was done
- Demolished several structurally unstable cabins along the Kalang River foreshore due to risks of asbestos, other hazardous materials, and concerns of arson, squatting, and anti-social behaviour.
- Removed all demolished materials and waste and conducted tests for any remaining environmental contaminants.
- Remediated the soil and replaced the top layer with new clean fill to ensure the area is safe for future use.
What was gained
- The removal of the cabins provided enhanced public access to the Kalang riverfront, improving access and visual appeal for recreation, including picnicking, sightseeing, and fishing for the local community and visitors to the neighbouring golf course and holiday park.
- The removal had no impact on the 3 currently tenanted cabins. These tenants, holding licences with Crown Lands, continued to use the cabins, which are non-transferable.
- Implemented all safety precautions in the demolition process for contractors, the community, and the environment. Ensured restricted access to the sites due to safety and health risks.
To speak to an officer:
Visit the Contact us page and refer your enquiry to the Atherton Drive cabins demolition project.
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Summary
- Location: Crown Reserve off Crawford St at Bulahdelah
- Project investment: $50,000
- Dates: December 2023 to June 2024
What was done
- Installed warning signs and padlocks to ensure the safety of the community.
- Removed flood-damaged fencing and completed general site upkeep, including clearing debris and trimming vegetation.
- What we gained
- Prohibited access to the former houseboat wharf, which was in disrepair and unsafe.
- Investigated planning pathways for the removal of the damaged wharf and stabilisation of the bank.
What we gained
- Prohibited access to the former houseboat wharf, which was in disrepair and unsafe.
- Investigated planning pathways for the removal of the damaged wharf and stabilisation of the bank.
To speak to an officer:
Visit the Contact us page and refer your enquiry to the Bulahdelah Wharf Risk Management.
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