The reconstruction of 10 iconic heritage huts in Kosciuszko National Park (KNP), destroyed during the 2019-20 Black Summer bushfires, has been successfully completed. This extensive project reached its conclusion with the rebuilding of Round Mountain Hut, marking a significant milestone in the conservation of KNP’s 60 cultural heritage huts. PHOTO: NPWS cutting the ribbon on […]
Tag: NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service
NSW National Parks Boosts Protection for 85 Additional Sites of Significance
The New South Wales (NSW) National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) recently declared 85 new sites as Assets of Intergenerational Significance (AIS), enhancing conservation efforts for a multitude of threatened species. This announcement brings the total to 360 AIS sites across 151 national parks and reserves in the state, safeguarding 132 threatened plant and animal […]
Damaging Winds Alert Issued for Snowy Mountains: Possible Blizzard Conditions Above 1400m
The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) has issued a severe weather warning for damaging winds set to impact the southeastern parts of New South Wales. As strong northwesterly winds persist ahead of a significant cold front, the BOM warns of potentially dangerous conditions. The warning, which affects several areas along the Great Dividing Range and southern […]
Kosciuszko National Park Wild Horse Survey Reveals Dramatic Decline in Population
Kosciuszko National Park, one of Australia’s iconic national parks is once again under the spotlight following the release of the 2024 wild horse population survey. The survey released today, was conducted to assess the current population of wild horses within the park and guide future management efforts. The findings have been highly anticipated by conservation […]
NSW Deadline Approaches: National Parks Fees to Rise Under Proposed High-Low Season Tiered Changes
The clock is ticking for New South Wales residents and visitors to provide their feedback on proposed alterations to the camping fees and booking systems in the state’s national parks which would see increased peak season fees. The consultation period to provide feedback to the NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NSW-NPWS), will conclude at […]
Mountain Pygmy-Possums on the Road to Recovery in the Snowy Mountains
In an encouraging turn for conservationists, the critically endangered mountain pygmy-possum is exhibiting signs of recovery in Kosciuszko National Park. A recent survey at Snow Ridge Hill, one of the possum’s primary habitats, revealed an unprecedented 107 individuals. Impressively, 78 of these were female, most carrying the maximum of four joeys in their pouches. PHOTO: […]
Community Feedback Sought on Proposed Camping Changes in NSW National Parks
The New South Wales National Parks and Wildlife Service (NSW NPWS) is actively seeking community input on a significant proposal to enhance camping experiences within the state’s national parks and reserves. As many individuals and families from the Snowy Mountains region prepare for potential camping trips over the Easter period, this is a timely opportunity […]