Forests NSW: Good Neighbour Policy

Forests NSW and its people will:

• be recognised in our communities as environmentally responsible, professional forest managers
• develop and maintain excellent relationships with our neighbours 
• be recognised as a good corporate citizen 
• work with and gain the confidence and support of neighbours in managing the community's forests 
• understand our neighbours and their needs, and nurture their trust and respect 
• actively engage and involve our neighbours in management of the community's forests

To achieve this, we will:

• communicate and consult with our neighbours 
• seek every opportunity to explain and interpret State Forests management practices 
• provide detailed information about proposed activities or works in progress 
• actively participate in community forums on issues relating to forests, forest management and community values 
• be responsive to neighbour's concerns and professionally conciliate any issues 
• co-operate with neighbours to resolve concerns 
• encourage and motivate our employees, forest user group, interest group, agents and licensees of Forests NSW to develop a good neighbourly ethic