Protecting and enhancing Crown land is essential for business, tourism, recreation, wellbeing and biodiversity of the state.
Infrastructure
We are focused on planning growth and investing in infrastructure.
We manage a variety of built and natural assets across the state including coastal infrastructure, walking tracks, dams, lighthouses and historical buildings.
The Bowtells Swing Bridge Refurbishment project is a significant initiative aimed at enhancing the safety and accessibility of the Six Foot Track, a historic 46-kilometre walking trail between Katoomba and Jenolan Caves.
In 2014, Crown Lands inherited 17 jetties and other assets in and around Lake Illawarra from the former Lake Illawarra Authority
The majority of infrastructure investment is used to enhance our natural coast and maritime resources across Crown land.
The NSW Government is committed to supporting renewable energy projects on Crown land to help secure a sustainable and reliable energy future for our communities.
Environmental
We protect and maintain the environment and natural resources of Crown land.
The Fivebough Wetlands Reserve maintenance project is a commitment to preserving the area's natural beauty and cultural heritage. This year's focus includes essential repairs and educational enhancements.
Crown lands has worked in collaboration with the Rural Fire Service and Soil Conservation Service to conduct helicopter aerial inspections of fire trails on Crown land.
A new seawall and waterside walk has been completed at Kiama Harbour as part of a $3 million investment.
The Urunga Wetlands site is now a valuable community space following a $10 million program of extensive remediation and parkland work. It has been transformed from a once barren wasteland to a lively wetland habitat.
Crown land construction, repairs and upgrades
We're providing better value from public land to support resilient and prosperous communities.
The Narrandera Industrial Hall restoration project seeks to safely remediate the site and reopen it to the public.
The Apple Tree Glen Bridge replacement provides safe and reliable access for residents, emergency services, and primary producers.
Housing
We are residentially developing Crown land to provide more homes in regional areas facing housing shortages.
The Crown Lands Housing Program is accelerating the delivery of homes in regional areas facing housing shortages by identifying suitable Crown land for residential development.
Licence and lease opportunities
Licence and lease opportunities to help local communities and economies grow and prosper.
The Department is seeking applications by expression of interest (EOI) for grazing opportunities on Crown land at Whitton.
Projects and notifications
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