What's new in 2011
December
2011 Review of state conservation areas: review and results
The Environmental water use in NSW: Annual Report 2010-2011 is now available
Environmental Trust Annual Report
NSW Annual Report on Native Vegetation 2010 released
Over the last ten years, the water levels in Thirlmere Lakes have declined. The NSW Government recently announced an independent inquiry into the reductions in the level of Thirlmere Lakes. The inquiry committee encourages members of the public with information on the lakes to make a submission. Further information and updates on the Thirlmere Lakes Inquiry page.
Draft Murray-Darling Basin Plan released for comment
Draft regional pest management strategies open for public comment
November
Management Plan for Myrtle Rust on the National Parks Estate
Tell us about your experiences with the way government regulates native vegetation by completing the Native Vegetation Survey. The information you provide will inform the review of the Native Vegetation Regulation.
If you prefer to complete the survey on paper please visit the review of the Native Vegetation Regulation web page where you can download a printable version.
October
Aboriginal culture and heritage in NSW - legislative review and reform
The Environment Protection Authority (EPA) is seeking expressions of interest from people interested in participating on the Newcastle Community Consultative Committee on the Environment.
The draft illegal dumping handbook for public land managers is released for consultation
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September
Growth Centres Biodiversity Offset Program annual report 2010-11
Get on your bike in NSW national parks
Latest Orica Start Up Committee meeting minutes
New landscapes and soils pages give map-based information across NSW
2011 industry audit program launched
Perisher Creek returns to acceptable water quality standards
Review of the MOU between Sydney Water and OEH open for public comment
August
Upper Hunter Air Quality Monitoring Network now provides real-time data
NABERS, the industry standard for measuring the environmental performance of Australian buildings, has now been extended to 6 stars, to recognise market leading performance.
6 star ratings are now available for NABERS Energy and Water ratings for offices, hotels and shopping centres. Other NABERS ratings will be extended by mid 2012. For more information, go to www.nabers.com.au
Regional pest management strategies
NSW coal mining benchmarking study report announced
Draft Murrumbidgee River (Hay to Maude) floodplain management plan released
June
New coastal zone management guide note for emergency action subplans
The 2011 Green Globe Award winners were announced at a gala award ceremony hosted by the Hon. Robyn Parker MP Minister for the Environment on Tuesday 26 July 2011
Successful round 5 projects for the Central Coast Water Savings Fund have been announced
OEH online image library released
Flying-fox Netting Subsidy Program commences
Are you eligible to become a Home Power Saver?
Winners of NPWS Aboriginal art award announced
Private Native Forestry Field Guide for the River Red Gum Forests
Coastal zone management guide notes to support the preparation of coastal zone management plans
May
Freshwater mussels of coastal NSW
April
The effluent reuse management report has been released
March
Calculator for meat chicken (broiler) farm developments
Native Animal Keeper Fauna Record Book now available online
Draft Lachlan River (Jemalong Gap to Condobolin) FMP released for public consultation
Short Report. The benefits of using compost for mitigating climate change
Biodiversity Certification Assessment Methodology and Submissions Report are now available
Coastal Protection Act: code of practice and guide to the statutory requirements for emergency coastal protection works
Waste avoidance and resource recovery strategy progress report
Reducing waste: implementation strategy 2011-2015
February
Up to $960,000 is now available to develop energy efficiency education projects for accountants and business managers. Applications close 4 April 2011. An information session and webinar will be held on 8 March 2011. More details and to register.
Gwydir Adaptive Environmental Management Plan
Code of practice for injured, sick and orphaned protected fauna
Draft Warrah Creek floodplain management plan released for public consultation
Approved Cumberland Plain Recovery Plan
2010 audit of the Sydney drinking water catchment
New guidelines on resource recovery exemptions
Proposed Coastal Protection Regulation 2011: public consultation until Wednesday 23 February 2011
Watering the world's largest river red gum reserves
