Fire management in state forests

Management of fire is one of the most important roles that Forests NSW (FNSW) undertakes.

Although fire is a natural part of many Australian forest ecosystems, the protection of human lives, assets, and the forest itself from the damaging effects of wildfires is crucial to ensure sustainable forest management.

This Primefact covers the following topics:

• Hazard reduction burning in State forests
• Planning of hazard reduction burns
• Protection of urban areas adjacent to bushland
• Fire and plant communities