A Conservation Management Plan (CMP) is in the process of being finalized (March 2010) by a group of consultants in conjunction with National Parks (Narooma Office).

It is proposed that the CMP be publicized before being adopted by June 2010. At this stage we do not have an electronic copy.

The CMP brings together in a central location much of the history of the valley and its way of life following settlement after the discovery of gold in nearby Araluen. The report also elaborates on the procedures and legislation that are in place for heritage studies and listings - these sections are about as long as the historical contributions.

The report identifies that there are historical heritage sites which need to have a more detailed management plan. These include the old homestead bakery, the water race that supplied water for the bakery, the ploughed fields of corn and the homestead itself.

The report notes the importance of the several bridle tracks into and out of the valley but these are not considered further.

There appears to be little in the way of detailed plans for the management of future use of the valley. The increasing demands on the valley especially through Xmas and Easter are not covered and it is likely that these details will be developed over time.

A copy of the report will be posted on this website when available.

If you are a 4WD Club, or person with an interest in these developments, then Email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it so that I might keep you informed when anything new is released. (I attend meetings with NPWS about twice a year to discuss issues with National Parks in SE NSW).

There is a not for profit Association which has been concerned with maintaining access to National Parks particularly in SE NSW.

See: www.accessforall.asn.au