The assessment identifies the coastal waterways most contaminated by microplastics and provides a clear picture of the scale and type of microplastics in New South Wales (NSW) waterways. The study provides a baseline for NSW coastal waterways, enabling targeted management and policy action, as well as raising awareness within the community of microplastic contamination.

This is the first Aboriginal Water Strategy for New South Wales, Australia. It recognises that water is deeply important to Aboriginal peoples, forming a key part of their connection to Country and the life blood of culture and communities. It aims to keep and strengthen these connections by involving Aboriginal people in water management and...

These guidelines provide an overview of the considerations for engaging Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, knowledge holders and Indigenous-led organisations when preparing coastal management programs. The guidelines aim to support the aspirations and cultural practices of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and enhance community leadership in caring for Country.

Biodiversity is facing a number of pressures, including climate change, habitat loss and invasive species. These pressures are causing a decline in biodiversity in New South Wales This report provides results of the status and trends of biodiversity since the Biodiversity Indicator Program's first assessment in 2020. It includes updated results of previously reported biodiversity...

The NSW Government has released this report to minimise the exposure of regional communities to water buybacks. The alternative options outlined in this report are designed to maximise water recovery and environmental outcomes through infrastructure, rule changes and other non-purchase projects.