We are the leading advocates for nature in New South Wales

Representing more than 160 community organisations with a combined membership of over 60,000 individuals, we are a force for positive change.  Together, we provide a powerful voice for nature, and are committed to protecting and restoring the unique natural environment of our state.

Speaking out for nature

For more than 60 years, we have campaigned successfully to protect our forests and oceans, control land clearing, restore rivers and wetlands to health and promote clean renewable energy. Our community is our greatest strength.

Together with our members, we represent tens of thousands of supporters from across the state. Our dedicated staff work with hundreds of volunteers and a diverse network of campaign and program partners. 

Get involved

You can get involved by volunteering, making a donation, taking action online, and signing up to receive regular email updates. Learn more about membership options for community environmental organisations.

Strategic priorities

Our strategic priorities are determined by our elected executive committee, in consultation with members, staff and volunteers. Our current campaign and program priorities are:

Nature laws | We are leading the campaign to retain effective controls on land clearing, a leading cause of extinction in NSW. 

Coal and gas | We are playing a leading role in state wide efforts to secure protection of natural areas, water resources and local communities from destructive mining and coal seam gas development.

Forests and wildlife |We work with our members to protect forests by exposing illegal logging and promoting a transition to a sustainable plantation-based timber industry.

Marine conservation | We promote a sustainable future for our oceans by supporting marine sanctuaries, campaigning for improved protection of marine species, and for a Sydney Marine Park.

Planning and development | We campaign for a fair and sustainable planning system by providing expert policy analysis, informing and engaging the community and opposing plans to fast-track development and reduce community rights.

Climate and energy | We have mobilised tens of thousands of people to demand action on climate change, support clean renewable energy and oppose rapidly expanding coal exports.

Healthy Ecosystems |We work with farmers, traditional owners and public land managers to deliver real-world solutions to natural resource management challenges, including fire management, invasive species and habitat restoration.