Forestry in NSW

NSW is home to many forests that provide economic, social, cultural and environmental benefits. Learn about the management of forests in NSW.

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Forest, Willi Willi National Park. Photo: John Spencer © DPIE

Public native forestry

Learn about the ways the NSW government helps to regulate and support the forestry industry in NSW.

 

Private native forestry

Private native forestry is the sustainable management of native forests on private property for harvesting and other values.

Learn about your responsibilities as a landowner or industry member and find out how the NSW government regulates and supports the industry.

aerial view of private native forest area with cleared pasture in the lower foreground adjoining mixed species forest.

How we can help

Local Land Services

Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development 

Private land managers should contact Local Land Services in the first instance.

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