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Drones are a valuable tool for managing national parks, but they can cause problems. If you want to fly a drone in a national park or reserve, you will need approval.

The manual provides guidance to assist local councils when preparing and implementing coastal management programs under the new coastal management framework.

National parks can provide unique locations and opportunities for community events and private functions.

The coastal management toolkit contains information and guidance to help councils to manage the NSW coast and prepare coastal management programs.

Learn about the different offset rules that govern the types of biodiversity credits used to meet an offset obligation under the Biodiversity Offsets Scheme. 

We offer diverse landscapes and locations that are attractive for filming and photography. Commercial operations are often possible in parks.

Collecting firewood inside parks can degrade habitat and biodiversity, while bringing firewood into a park can introduce pests and diseases.

Compliance and enforcement arrangements in the coastal zone help manage the risks and impacts caused by unauthorised works and development.

Fossicking involves disturbing soil, rocks and vegetation to find and remove minerals, gemstones and historical objects. It is generally not permitted in parks.

Coastal management programs are prepared by local councils in accordance with the coastal management manual and in consultation with their communities and relevant public authorities.