Plans, strategies and policies in preparation
During the preparation of some management plans, strategies and policies, the department provides an opportunity for stakeholders and the public to be involved in the planning process.
To make a submission or comment on a plan, strategy or policy in development, refer to the information below or visit the yourSAy website.
The following plans, strategies and policies are currently in preparation:
Deep Creek National Park, Talisker Conservation Park and small parks of the Southern Fleurieu Peninsula Management Plan
Public consultation on the Deep Creek National Park, Talisker Conservation Park and small parks of the Southern Fleurieu Peninsula Draft Management Plan has now closed. The final plan is being prepared.
Contact Senior Policy Officer Rachel Pfitzner at DEWProtectedAreaManagement@sa.gov.au to get involved.
Status: Final plan in preparation.
Dingley Dell Conservation Park
Public consultation on the Dingley Dell Conservation Park Draft Management Plan has now closed. The final plan is being prepared.
Contact Planning and Policy Officer, Park Management Program Andrew Raymond at DEWProtectedAreaManagement@sa.gov.au to find out more.
Status: Final plan in preparation.
Kauwi-marnirla - Field River Conservation Park Management Plan
Public consultation on the Kauwi-marnirla – Field River Conservation Park Draft Management Plan is open now until 5pm Thursday 30 April 2026.
For more information on the draft plan and how to provide feedback or make a submission, visit the YourSAy website. A copy of the draft plan is available here.
Please note, ahead of the 2026 South Australian State Election, the government will enter the caretaker period from 21 February 2026 until at least 21 March 2026. During this time, in line with caretaker conventions, public consultation via YourSAy will be paused until the election outcome.
You can provide your own written submission at any time to DEWProtectedAreaManagement@sa.gov.au
For all queries or to get involved, contact Park Planning Officer, Bec Brown at DEWProtectedAreaManagement@sa.gov.au.
Status: Draft plan in consultation.
Lawari Conservation Park Management Plan
Contact Team Leader, Park Management Program Kym Rumbelow on 0411 779 623 or DEWProtectedAreaManagement@sa.gov.au.
Status: Draft plan in preparation.
Monarto Parks Management Plan
Incorporating Ferries-McDonald, Kinchina, Monarto and Monarto Woodlands conservation parks.
Public consultation on the Monarto Parks Draft Management Plan has now closed.
Contact Park Planning Officer, Rebecca Brown on DEWProtectedAreaManagement@sa.gov.au to find out more.
Status: Final plan in preparation.
Nilpena Ediacara National Park Management Plan
Public consultation on the Nilpena Ediacara National Park Draft Management Plan 2025 is now open until 5pm 16 February 2026.
For more information on the draft plan and how to make a submission visit YourSAy. A copy of the draft plan is available here.
Contact Senior Policy and Planning Officer Rachel Pfitzner at DEWProtectedAreaManagement@sa.gov.au to get involved.
Status: Draft Plan in consultation.
Nullarbor Parks Management Plan
The Department for Environment and Water is proposing to amend the plan to enable additional campgrounds and infrastructure to minimise environmental impacts and manage public safety and is seeking public views on what they think should be addressed in the amendment.
Refer to the Public Notice for more information. Public consultation closes 5pm Friday 28 February 2025.
Contact Andrew Raymond, Policy and Planning Officer at DEWProtectedAreaManagement@sa.gov.au to find out more.
Status: Pre-planning consultation.
Small Central Lofty Parks Management Plan
Incorporating Mark Oliphant, Mount George, Mylor and the Knoll conservation parks.
Public consultation on the Small Central Lofty Parks Draft Management Plan is now closed.
Contact Park Planning Officer, Rebecca Brown on DEWProtectedAreaManagement@sa.gov.au to find out more.
Status: Final plan in preparation.
More information
Find out what park plans, strategies and policies are already in place.
View the complete list of parks and reserves and park management plans.
