Office of Environment and Heritage annual report 2013-14

Abstract

This annual report documents the activities and performance of the New South Wales Office of Environment and Heritage (OEH) for the period of February 24 to June 30, 2014, following its establishment as a separate public service agency. The report outlines OEH's achievements in key strategic areas including biodiversity conservation, heritage protection, climate change adaptation, and public engagement with national parks. Major initiatives included the launch of the Saving our Species program for threatened species conservation, reforms to Aboriginal heritage legislation, expansion of the BioBanking scheme, and improvements to energy efficiency programs. The report details OEH's financial performance, with total expenses of $454.9 million and revenue of $348.5 million for the reporting period. Organizational changes included implementing new corporate governance structures and strategic planning frameworks. The report also covers OEH's delivery of scientific research, regulatory oversight, and community education programs in support of environmental and heritage outcomes across New South Wales. This documentation provides comprehensive insight into OEH's operational activities, fiscal management, and progress toward environmental and heritage protection goals during its initial months as an independent agency.