Crown Lands
Couple viewing the Big Bench located at the Line of Lode Memorial in Broken Hill. Credit: Destination NSW

Crown land managers are responsible for policies and procedures relating to land management on their reserves, protecting and enhancing environmental values.

People walking on the grass, Dungog Common NSW. Credit: Shannon Richmond / DPE

The Department ensures that natural resources such as water, flora and fauna are conserved, while still encouraging public use and enjoyment of the land.

People riding bikes on the bike track, Dungog Common NSW. Credit: Shannon Richmond / DPE

Crown reserves have been established for a broad range of uses, find out more.

Port Macquarie Observatory building and grounds at Rotary Park, NSW. Credit: Craig Mason / DPE

Various funding options are available to Crown land managers for development and maintenance projects and to improve land and facilities.

Swimmers in Icebergs Ocean Pool at the south end of Bondi Beach, NSW. Credit: Camilla Theakstone / DPE

Practical tools and best practice guidance to help Crown land managers effectively manage their reserves.

Areal view of the bike track, Dungog Common

Update your account details, apply for board membership, view and update reserve information, submit annual reports and report risks.

Commons

Commons differ from Crown reserves and other public land in that they were created for the use of local residents.

A commons trust is the legal body created to enable the temporary ownership of the common so it can be managed by a board elected by the commoners.

Learn more about commons

Landscape view of hills and bushland, Dungog Common NSW. Credit: Shannon Richmond / DPE