Office of Environment and Heritage annual report 2014-15

Abstract

This annual report documents the operations, achievements and financial performance of the New South Wales Office of Environment and Heritage (OEH) for the 2014-15 fiscal year. Key accomplishments included record visitation to NSW national parks (over 39 million visits), implementation of the Government Resource Efficiency Policy, expansion of protected areas through land acquisitions, and delivery of major biodiversity conservation initiatives including the Saving Our Species program. The report details OEH's management of over 7 million hectares of national parks and reserves, heritage conservation efforts, environmental water delivery programs, and climate change adaptation strategies. Financial statements show the organization maintained sound fiscal management while delivering core environmental and heritage protection services. Significant policy achievements included development of the NSW Biodiversity Offset Policy, reforms to flying fox management, and progress on coastal management reforms. The report provides comprehensive coverage of OEH's operational activities, governance arrangements, and performance against strategic goals in environmental conservation, heritage protection, and sustainable resource management across New South Wales.