Forestry Corporation congratulates former staff for Australia Day honours 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. 29 Jan 2021
Clarification - financial impact of 2019-20 fires 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. 22 Jan 2021
South west slopes forest visitors urged to plan, check fire danger and closures 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. 21 Jan 2021
State forests offer great Australia Day options – but 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. 21 Jan 2021
Visitor safety is paramount in Olney State Forest The Olney State Forest mountain biking facility is marked as an exclusion zone on all maps that licenced and registered hunters are required to carry, along with their GPS devices and written permission to hunt. This means hunters are not permitted to hunt the area around the mountain biking facility. 15 Jan 2021
NSW State forests offer fun and adventure — but be safe 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. 18 Dec 2020
Five day bootcamp prepares forestry firefighters for season ahead 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. 15 Dec 2020
Mechanical planting trials show promise for plantation establishment Forestry Corporation of NSW has finished trialling mechanical forest planting in the Nundle area, with the technology offering many advantages for the bushfire recovery planting program. 08 Dec 2020
Teamwork sees $4000 fine for illegal dumping in Ourimbah State forests A joint effort between Forestry Corporation of NSW, the Regional Illegal Dumping Squad and the community has resulted in a $4000 fine issued to a 58 year old man from the lower Central Coast for dumping asbestos waste. 08 Dec 2020
Upsall Creek Road bridge replacement highlights ecological and cultural care https://www.forestrycorporation.com.au/about/releases/2020/upsall-creek-road-bridge-replacement-highlights-ecological-and-cultural-care Forestry Corporation of NSW has fully replaced a bridge on Upsall Creek Road to provide visitor access to the popular Swans Crossing in Kerewong State Forest, while maintaining the highest standards for ecological and cultural heritage care. 04 Dec 2020