Natural resource management advisory series : note 14: Threatened species recovery plans

Abstract

This advisory note outlines the framework and implementation of Threatened Species Recovery Plans in North East New South Wales under the Threatened Species Conservation Act 1995 (TSC Act). The document explains the classification of threatened species into categories including extinct, endangered, and vulnerable species, populations, and ecological communities. Recovery Plans are presented as mandatory management tools that identify biological and ecological needs of threatened species, assess threatening processes, and prescribe specific actions to ensure species survival. The note details the three-stage development process of Recovery Plans, comprising research and preparation, public exhibition, and ministerial approval. Key components of these plans include threat mitigation strategies, habitat protection measures, and consideration of socio-economic impacts. The document emphasizes the legal obligations of public authorities to implement approved plans and highlights the critical role of community engagement, particularly landowners, in successful species recovery efforts. This advisory note serves as a comprehensive guide for stakeholders involved in threatened species conservation in New South Wales, providing essential information about the recovery planning process and its practical implementation.