Narran Lake Nature Reserve draft plan of management consultation

The National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) has prepared a draft plan of management for Narran Lake Nature Reserve. Public exhibition of the draft plan provides members of the community with the opportunity to have a say in the management direction for the park.

Narran Lake Nature Reserve is located on the upper western plains of New South Wales. It is part of an area that is traditionally known as Dharriwaa and is an important meeting place for surrounding Aboriginal Nations. The reserve protects outstanding natural and cultural values and a wetland of international significance. Approximately one-third of the park is the Narran Lake Nature Reserve Ramsar site.

Narran Lake Nature Reserve is managed in partnership with the Narran Lake Nature Reserve Joint Management Committee.

What is a plan of management?

A plan of management includes information on important park values and provides directions for future management. Once the plan is adopted, no management operations can be undertaken in the park unless they are consistent with the plan.

Why is a new plan being prepared? 

The current plan of management for Narran Nature Reserve was adopted in 2000. A new plan is being prepared to update the management objectives and strategies for this reserve.

When will the plan be finalised?

At the close of the public exhibition period, we will provide the National Parks and Wildlife Advisory Council and the Northern Inland Regional Advisory Committee with the plan and the submissions. The council and committee may then provide advice to the Minister for the Environment.

The Minister considers the draft, submissions and advice provided, makes any necessary changes and decides whether to adopt the plan under the National Parks and Wildlife Act 1974. Once a plan is adopted, it is published on the department's website and key stakeholders, including those who made a submission on the draft plan, are notified.

Have your say

You can provide your written submission in any of the following ways:

• use the online submission form below
• email your submission to [email protected]
• post your written submission to:
  Manager, NPWS Planning and Assessment
  Locked Bag 5022
  Parramatta NSW 2124

Written submissions must be received by 5 pm on 16 January 2026.

Our response to your submission will be based on the merits of the ideas and issues you raise rather than the quantity of submissions making similar points. For this reason, a submission that clearly explains the matters it raises will be the most effective way to contribute.

Submissions are most effective when we understand your ideas and the outcomes you want for park management. Some suggestions to help you write your submissions are:

• write clearly and be specific about the issues that are of concern to you
• note which part or section of the document your comments relate to
• give reasoning in support of your points – this makes it easier for us to consider your ideas and will help avoid misinterpretation
• tell us specifically what you agree or disagree with and why you agree or disagree
• if you can, suggest solutions or alternatives to managing the issue.