The NSW Government is seeking community feedback on the draft National Parks Establishment Plan.
The draft plan updates the current National Parks Establishment Plan (2008), providing a clear framework for growing the national park estate to protect NSW’s unique natural and cultural heritage for future generations.
This includes how land will be assessed and prioritised for future investment.
The plan uses 7 assessment themes to support decision-making, including:
- Conservation value
- Ecological connectivity and resilience
- Cultural heritage
- Climate change adaptation and mitigation
- Restoration and rehabilitation
- Management effectiveness
- Visitor experience
Community feedback will help shape the final plan by making sure a range of community perspectives and knowledge are considered.
Review the draft plan at https://hdp-au-prod-app-nsw-haveyoursay-files.s3.ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/9817/8651/5139/NPWS_Establishment_Plan_2026.pdf and share your feedback by completing the survey or uploading a submission by 11:59pm on Monday 12 October 2026.
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