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22 Jan 2020

A year in the Gwydir catchment: 2018–19 | Water for the environment

Outcomes from water for the environment in the Gwydir catchment for 2018–19.

A small body of water flows through a dry, bushy landscape, indicating the arrival of the Northern Fish Flow at the Mehi River in the Gwydir catchment during 2018-19. The scene features green foliage on either side of the water, with a mostly clear sky above and dry ground surrounding the flow.
Northern Fish Flow arriving at the Mehi River, Gwydir catchment 2018-19.
Image Credit: David Preston/DPE
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23 May 2023

A year in the Barwon–Darling catchment: 2018–19 | Water for the environment

Outcomes from the use of water for the environment in the Barwon–Darling catchment for 2018–19.

A narrow stream of water flows through the Barwon River upstream of Walgett, surrounded by dry riverbanks. The riparian trees appear stressed, with sparse foliage and exposed roots, indicating recent drought conditions.
Water had just arrived in the Barwon River upstream of Walgett. This photo shows dry river banks and stressed condition of riparian trees.
Image Credit: Debbie Love/DPIE
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15 Mar 2022

A year in the Border Rivers catchment: 2018–19 | Water for the environment

Outcomes from water for the environment in the Border Rivers catchment for 2018–19.

A tranquil scene of the Dumaresq River with clear water reflecting the blue sky, surrounded by dense bush on both banks. A flock of white birds is in mid-flight across the river, adding dynamic life to the serene landscape.
Dumaresq River, view of water with bush of both banks and white birds flying across.
Image Credit: Matt Miles/DPE
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22 Jan 2020

A year in the Intersecting Streams catchment: 2018–19 | Water for the environment

Outcomes from the use of water for the environment in the Intersecting Streams catchment for 2018–19.

The junction of the Warrego River (left) and the Darling River (right), with several individuals standing at the convergence point. The area is lined with trees and vegetation, indicative of a riverine ecosystem, under a clear daytime sky.
Junction of the Warrego (left) and Darling (right) rivers.
Image Credit: Suzie Lamb/DPE
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08 May 2023

A year in the Namoi catchment: 2018–19 | Water for the environment

Outcomes from the use of water for the environment in the Namoi catchment for 2018–19.

A tranquil scene of the Peel River flowing gently downstream, surrounded by natural vegetation including shrubs and trees. The grassy bank in the foreground leads up to the water’s edge, with small plants and bare branches indicating recent growth. The light reflecting on the water suggests it is either dawn or dusk, adding to the serene atmosphere.
Peel River downstream of Chaffey Dam wall.
Image Credit: Paul Keyte/DPE
News
17 Sep 2024

Discover the secret lives of grey-headed flying foxes with new batcam | Media release

An exciting new initiative that combines cutting-edge technology, environmental conservation and education has been unveiled at Wingham Brush Nature Reserve.

Grey headed flying fox in flight
Grey headed flying fox
Image Credit: Dean Portelli/DCCEEW
News
16 Sep 2024

$1.1 million awarded to NSW Environmental Researchers | Media release

‘Living’ boulders and seed production are some of the innovative environmental research projects to secure a share of $1.1 million from the NSW Environmental Trust.

People in official departmental work gear looking closely at the ground and vegetation in a field
Scientists surveying green spots in the outback
Image Credit: Alex Pike/DCCEEW
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13 Sep 2024

NSW Threatened Species Scientific Committee final determinations for September | News

These final determinations explain the status of 4 plant species that have been listed as threatened or had their threatened status reassessed.

A multi-stemmed eucalyptus tree with dark trunks and branches and green leaves
Eucalyptus fracta
Image Credit: Gavin Phillips/DCCEEW
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16 Feb 2024

Cultural connections | Koala Country

Many Aboriginal cultures have a strong connection to koalas and their habitat and stories of the koala are deeply woven into many different Aboriginal songlines and Dreaming stories.

An Aboriginal woman practises traditional burning in a forest
An Aboriginal woman practises traditional burning
Image Credit: Thunderbox Films
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11 Sep 2024

Worrigee Nature Reserve hazard reduction burn 11 September 2024 | Media release

The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service is planning a hazard reduction burn in Worrigee Nature Reserve, Wednesday 11 September, weather permitting.

A firefighter in protective clothing walking away from the camera along a dirt track during a hazard reduction burn at Treachery Beach. Low flames can be seen in the vegetation to the right and there is smoke through the trees.
Previous hazard reduction burn, near Seal Rocks in Myall Lakes National Park.
Image Credit: DCCEEW