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As our population grows and our state develops, we are ensuring the natural environment and our heritage are protected.
In this section, you will find plans stretching from our parklands to the skies; from our native animals to our vegetation.
You’ll also find guidelines about live entertainment in venues.
We have teamed up with Siding Spring Observatory and Dubbo School of Distant Education to help protect the dark night sky from light pollution.
A system for planning for live entertainment was introduced in 2009.
The Department has developed a new approach to support farming and protect the environment.
The catchment of the Georges River drains a landmass of nearly 1000 square kilometres, including parts of 14 local government areas.
The State Environmental Planning Policy (Koala Habitat Protection) 2020 commenced on 30 November 2020.
The Sydney Harbour Catchment Regional Environmental Plan 2005 (REP) and Sydney Harbour Foreshores and Waterways Area Development Control Plan 2005 (DCP).
The State Environmental Planning Policy will safe-guard native vegetation in urban areas and land zoned for environmental protection by providing a consistent approach to clearing in NSW.