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Research vessels and equipment | Coasts
We use purpose-built marine research vessels, jet skis, drones and all-terrain vehicles in our coastal and marine research.
Military training activities policy | Park policies
Many military training activities are inconsistent with the purposes of national parks. Using national parks for these activities should be considered only when all other options have been exhausted.

Neighbour relations policy | Park policies
We aim to build and maintain good relationships with the people and groups who live on or manage land next door to national parks.

No smoking in parks policy | Park policies
Smoking is prohibited in all NSW national parks to make them safer and cleaner for the community. On-the-spot fines apply.

Orienteering and rogaining policy | Parks policies
Orienteering and rogaining are great ways for people to enjoy parks, but they must be managed to avoid damage to ecosystems, cultural sites and park infrastructure.

Park names policy | Park policies
Place names are part of the heritage of New South Wales and can reflect the history, culture and landscape of an area.

Pets in parks policy | Park policies
Pets are generally not allowed in parks as they can harm native animals and disrupt park visitors' enjoyment.

Progress towards carbon positive | Park policies
Overview of NSW National Park and Wildlife Service's carbon storage and sequestration.
Property access | Park policies
National parks sometimes enclose or adjoin other lands, such as private properties, where the only practical way to access those properties is by travelling on roads or trails through parks.

Revocation, recategorisation and road adjustment policy | Park policies
Sometimes it may be necessary to revoke, recategorise or adjust the boundaries of parks or other lands reserved under the National Parks and Wildlife Act 1974.
