THE NSW Government wants people to help shape the development of the NSW Koala Strategy and has planned a number of community information sessions across the state.
The sessions will be held in Lismore, Coffs Harbour, Port Macquarie, Port Stephens, Bega, Gunnedah and Campbelltown throughout February.
"These sessions provide an opportunity for people to share their knowledge about our local koala population and provide feedback on how to address declining koala numbers," said Environment Minister Gabrielle Upton.
"There are approximately 36,000 koalas left in NSW and the population will continue to decline without decisive action. That's why we want to hear from as many people as possible."
The draft Saving our Species Iconic Koala Project will be on exhibition at the information sessions.
Feedback is welcome on this project that supports on-ground works such as restoring habitat and food trees, fire planning and management.
If you can't attend the information sessions, visit the NSW Koala Strategy website for details on how to make a submission and/or join an online, interactive information session.
Information sessions (dates and venues):
- Lismore - February 7, 4.30pm, Gordon Pavilion Function Centre.
- Coffs Harbour - February 8, 4.30pm, Coffs Harbour Community Village Cavanbah Centre.
- Port Macquarie - February 9 February, 4.30pm, Port Macquarie Historic Courthouse.
- Port Stephens - February 13, 4.30pm, Shoal Bay Holiday Park Conference Centre.
- Bega - February 14, 4.30pm, Bega Valley Commemorative Civic Centre.
- Gunnedah - February 16, 4.30pm, Gunnedah Cultural Precinct.
- Campbelltown - February 20, 4.30pm, Greg Percival Community Centre.
