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Relationships with fire aren’t unique to humans. In fact, just as Australians navigate the realities of fire, so do the plants and animals that have evolved to survive in this landscape. Many plants have evolved to capitalise on fire and rely on regular burns to reproduce. Cultural burning practices of Aboriginal people have been ongoing for thousands of years and reinforce the importance of fire in maintaining a healthy environment.
The National Parks and Wildlife Service works with Aboriginal communities to conduct cultural burns and manage fire risk in parks throughout the year to lower the threats to people and property, while allowing our native species to thrive.
Must see
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Why fire is essential for the Australian bush
The unique ways plants, animals and humans coexist with bushfires
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Find your nature crew
There’s so much more you can do in nature, you just need to find your people
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Snowies Alpine Walk: The ultimate Australian Alps experience
Reach new heights on the Snowies Alpine Walk in Kosciuszko National Park
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How to have an ‘out of this world’ stargazing experience
Your ultimate guide to seeing the stars above our remote national parks across NSW
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Top seven nature spots to impress out-of-towners
A bucket list of adventures in NSW national parks.
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What to do when you come across sick or injured wildlife
What to do when you come across sick or injured wildlife
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See all the Blue Mountains’ greatest hits in one brilliant walk
There’s always another highlight just around the corner on the Grand Cliff Top Walk
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Weekends away for under $200
You don’t need to spend much to feel a million miles from home
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Strike creative gold at historic Hill End
From gold rush icon to countryside creative hotbed
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Plan your perfect trip: six reasons to start at the NSW National Parks Visitor Centre
No amount of online planning can give you this kind of local perspective
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Think national parks are just for bushwalking? Think again
Get outside your comfort zone and try something new in #NSWParks
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Gorges, tors and a really big rock – welcome to NSW Granite Country
Road trip through some of the coolest geology in NSW
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History frozen in stone: Road tripping through NSW Granite Country
Take a drive through the dramatic geological history of NSW
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Peek-a-poo: what’s in animals’ number twos?
Why wildlife scat matters
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Who wants to be spooked?
Four chilling ghost stories that will make you want to turn on all the lights
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What’s a national park and why does it matter?
Cos it’s all about conservation
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Where nature, culture and art collide
Four places to see Aboriginal rock art in NSW national parks.
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Priceless World Heritage sites you can visit in NSW
Your backyard is world-class, jump in the car and check it out!
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Multi-day hiking the sustainable way
Five overnight adventure tips nature will love you for.
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Adventures for every season: Kosciuszko National Park
Bike, paddle, climb and hike once the snow melts!
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There’s more to the Snowys than the slopes
If you look beyond the ski fields,you’ll find a whole other side to the Snowy Mountains.
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Nine places to get kids on their bikes
Family-friendly NSW national park bike trails kids will absolutely love
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Six national parks that feel like you’re in a Hollywood movie
Welcome to Jurassic Park or enter the world of Mad Max.
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Reconnecting with nature is the best thing you can do this year
You weren’t wired to sit inside 40 hours every week.
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Get active and make some friends: Volunteer in #NSWParks
Giving back isn’t just seriously fun, it’s seriously good for you.
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Why walking convos are the best
Because walking without talking is lame.
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Cosy cabins to snuggle up this winter
Five NSW national park stays to light your fire.
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Warrumbungles: Epic heights and starry nights
An astronomers’ and star lovers’ dream, and for good reason.
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An adventurer’s guide to Pigeon House Mountain
When you want more from your NSW South Coast holiday.
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Why spending time outdoors will change your life
Introducing the nature fix
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Why hiking is actually better in winter
Put down your phones! Here are six reasons why you should go hiking in winter.
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Seven waterfalls, one epic walk
Go deep into the ‘Valley of the Waters’ for a walk you won’t easily forget.
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Summer in the Snowy Mountains? Yep, it’s a thing
Put away the snowboard: you’re hitting the slopes in a totally new way this summer.
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Zero to hero: Mountain biking the Thredbo Valley Track
The perfect trail to take you from riding mounds to mountains.
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Seven must-see waterfalls in NSW
The most epic falls in NSW will blow you away with sound, spray and spectacle.
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Get lost! (without losing yourself)
Level up your survival skills with these six essential adventure tips.
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The starriest skies in NSW: Warrumbungle National Park
A night sky so clear you can see through space and time.
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Help save Australia’s cutest critter
How well do you know Australia’s most adorable-slash-critically-endangered species?
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Hot springs, cold snow, good times
An outdoor thermal spring that’s open year round? Grab your cozzies and head to Kozzie.
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Blue Mountains spots that give the must-sees a run for their money
There’s plenty of Blue Mountains to go around. Why not try somewhere a little different?
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The three best outdoor yoga spots near Sydney
Stretch out of hibernation. Ready, set, asana.
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Nine historic homesteads and cottages you can actually stay in
Romantic rendezvous at a breezy cottage or a historic homestead?
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Six steps for an awesome camp BBQ
Be a campfire hero and your mates will thank you.
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Road Trips
Must do itineraries for day trips and multi-day adventures
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Camping & Cottages
Sleep under the stars or unwind in a rustic cabin or historic cottage
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Hiking & Bushwalks
From leisurely strolls to blood pumping hikes, there’s a nature trail just for you.
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Activities
Canoeing, kayaking, canyoning or a spot of picnicking, anyone?
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Nature & Wellness
Nature makes us feel great. Learn about plants and animals and how you can help us protect them
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Ranger Tips
Essential know-how to get the best out of your visit
Rainforest. Beach. Mountains. Desert. Pick the epic setting for your next escape.
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Sydney and Surrounds
The best natural beauty spots in and around the city.
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South Coast
Wilderness, waterfalls and wildlife encounters.
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Snowy Mountains
Alpine adventures at the top of Australia.
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North Coast
Best of both: beach, rainforest and beyond.
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Country NSW
Epic landscapes and haunting history in the heart of NSW.
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Outback NSW
Get a taste of the outback without leaving NSW.
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Murray-Riverina
From ancient Mungo landscapes to the mighty Murray River.