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Water

Managing and monitoring our wetlands, rivers, floodplains, coasts and estuaries.

Silhouettes of people walking on the beach while the sky turns brilliant shades of orange, blue and grey as the sun sets

Is it safe to swim? Find out what we are doing to keep our beaches clean.

Coastline aerial view, Royal National Park

We work closely with local councils and communities to manage our coasts.

Pambula River, Beowa National Park

Learn about NSW estuaries, semi-enclosed water bodies where fresh water from rivers mixes with the sea.

Aerial view of the Nepean River floodplain

Find programs, guidelines and assistance available to help councils and communities deal with the impacts of flooding.

A plumed egret in Macquarie Marshes Nature Reserve

From lakes and lagoons to coral reefs and seagrass beds, explore our wetlands and why they are important.

Majestic river red gum in the Murrumbidgee valley

Discover the vital role environmental water plays in improving the health of rivers, wetlands and floodplains across New South Wales.

Canoeing, Yanga Lake

Find tools for water quality managers to protect public health, support the economy and maintain a rich ecosystem.