NSW Government
Crown Lands

Crown Lands

Crown land is land held by the NSW Government on behalf of the public. We are responsible for the administration of Crown land, including its parks, reserves, roads, assets, infrastructure, and cemeteries.

Plume of water at Kiama blowhole
Crown lands explained
Wetlands
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Aerial overlooking a vehicle driving along outback road. Credit: Destination NSW
Information about Crown roads
Shoreline and parklands outside Dolphin Watch Café, Nelsons Bay NSW
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Surf lifesavers carrying surfboards on beach at Tathra Surf Club. Credit: Destination NSW
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Norah Head lighthouse. Credit: Deborah Griffin
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Aboriginal land rights and native title in NSW

Aboriginal land rights and native title interests are key to reconciliation and achieving economic, social, cultural and environmental outcomes in NSW. Crown land 2031 provides a commitment to uphold and progress land rights and native title interests in NSW.

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Aboriginal wood carvings near the Menindee Tourist Information Centre. Credit: Destination NSW

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Multiple headstones within the backdrop of yellow flowers.
04 Jun 2025
Act changes to improve consumer protections in the cemeteries and crematoria sector

The Minns Labor Government has amended the Cemeteries and Crematoria Act 2013 to strengthen the regulator’s powers and deliver improved outcomes for consumers and provide clarity for interment industry operators. 

$14 million for Crown land reserves improvement fund
23 May 2025
NSW Crown land managers honoured during National Volunteer Week

Crown land managers across NSW have been recognised for their decades of service during National Volunteer Week, which ran from 19 to 23 May.

Aerial view sandy beach of Lake Ainsworth with caravan park in background.
24 Apr 2025
Future of Lake Ainsworth shored up by erosion and beach nourishment work

A significant erosion control project at Lake Ainsworth, a vital freshwater lake in Lennox Head, has been completed by the NSW Government and Ballina Council