Many people are attracted to the idea of living in the bush and seek the solitude of living near nature in a forested environment. There are many benefits of living near a state forest; however, there are also some important issues which you should be aware of.

Download the 'Living near a state forest' brochure (PDF, 530KB).

Forests NSW Good Neighbour Policy

The information below has been taken from P2010/11 Forests NSW Good Neighbour Policy (PDF, 60KB)

Forests NSW and its people commit to:

• being recognised in our communities as environmentally responsible, professional forest managers and good corporate citizens;
• developing and maintaining excellent relationships with our neighbours;
• working with and gaining the confidence and support of neighbours in managing the community’s forests;
• understanding our neighbours and their needs, and nurturing their trust and respect; and
• actively engaging with our neighbours in management of the community’s forests.

To achieve this, Forests NSW will appropriately:

• communicate and consult with our neighbours;
• seek opportunities to explain and interpret Forests NSW management practices;
• provide detailed information about proposed activities or works in progress;
• actively participate in community forums on issues relating to forests, forest management and community values;
• be responsive to neighbours' concerns and professionally conciliate any issues; and
• encourage and motivate our employees, forest user groups, interest groups, agents and licensees of Forests NSW to develop a good neighbourly ethic.

Further information

For further information contact 1300 655 687 or 02 9871 3377 or email cumberland@sf.nsw.gov.au.