Dharug National Park

Park management activities

Managing weeds, pest animals and other threats

Pests and weeds have a significant impact to the ecosystems within Dharug National Park. Risk assessments for new and emerging weeds are carried out as an ongoing initiative within the park. Pest management of wild dogs is a priority and an important part of the work NPWS does to protect the integrity of biodiversity which exists within Dharug.

Exploring World Heritage

Dharug National Park incorporates the Old Great North Road, one of 11 historic sites which form the Australian Convict Sites World Heritage property. NPWS protects and conserves the road’s historic significance through a variety of initiatives. These aim to retain and recover the road’s World Heritage values, while ensuring no further negative impact. NPWS liaises with park neighbours and authorities as required.

Managing fire

NSW is one of the most bushfire prone areas in the world as a result of our climate, weather systems, vegetation and the rugged terrain. NPWS is committed to maintaining natural and cultural heritage values and minimising the likelihood and impact of bushfires via a strategic program of fire research, fire planning, hazard reduction, highly trained rapid response firefighting crews and community alerts.