A new soil landscape map for the Mid North Coast

This new map is part of the NSW Soil landscape series and provides valuable information on soil and landscape properties, major soil and landscape constraints, and recommendations for sustainable land management.

Located in the Mid North Coast of New South Wales, the Wingham–Camden Haven area is rich in history and diverse in its environments and ecosystems. From coastal estuaries and lakes to rugged, forested escarpments, the area is home to a wide range of land uses, including forestry, farming, recreation, and fishing. With increasing development pressure and land use conflict, there is a need for information about the natural environment to guide planning, decision-making, and development.

The Wingham–Camden Haven map sheet is made up of 110 different soil landscapes, each described in detail in the accompanying report. Information was collected from 321 soil descriptions across the region, many of which have comprehensive soil laboratory test results. The report provides a range of background information, including landscape evolution, climate, native vegetation, and the history of land use. It also includes detailed descriptions of the landscapes of the region, including landform and topography, geology, native vegetation, hydrology, land use, and land degradation.

Brian Jenkins, senior team leader of the soil and landscape assessment team, says, ‘Underpinned by robust science, and using a proven methodology developed over many years, the Wingham–Camden Haven soil landscape map and report allow land to be evaluated for planning, agricultural use, or environmental protection. Products like this are a powerful tool to drive sustainable development and natural resource management.’

Find out more

The Wingham–Camden Haven soil landscape map and report are available:

• for download via SEED
• online at eSPADE.

For more information about the soil mapping program or to talk to someone about soils, reach out to the team at soils@environment.nsw.gov.au.