Forestry Corporation of NSW and the NSW Police Port Stephens Hunter Police District have thanked visitors to Chichester State Forest’s Allyn River for their positive behaviour over the Australia Day period.

A tireless advocate for the south west slopes softwood plantation industry and the ecologist who discovered Australia’s largest known roost of Eastern Horseshoe Bats are the two former Forestry Corporation of NSW staff who have been awarded the Medal (OAM) in the General Division in the Australia Day honours this week.

The 2019-20 fires were the worst fires NSW has experienced in living memory, and the public assets managed by Forestry Corporation on behalf of the NSW Government have sustained significant damage. Forestry Corporation is making significant ongoing investments from its own revenue and borrowings to restore public assets, replant the burnt plantation estate and repair the infrastructure impacted by fire, supported by some Government investment.

With Australia Day fast approaching, Forestry Corporation of NSW is encouraging south west slopes locals considering a trip to the region’s State forests to plan ahead.

With Australia Day fast approaching, Forestry Corporation of NSW is encouraging people to consider a day trip to their local State forest and miss the crowds.

People planning their holiday travels and activities should put State forests on top of the list. However, Forestry Corporation of NSW is reminding visitors to be safe and respectful as they explore the great outdoors.

Last week 36 Forestry Corporation of NSW firefighters honed their skills in a five-day training camp at Bombala in preparation for the fire season ahead.