LoneWolf said:Our Hobby is under great threat of Closures everywhere in NSW Due to those who choose to ignore the rules and spoil things for everyone else..., hence the reply above... But Do the Right thing and no issues...
In NSW, if an area is in a 'Fossicking District' AND under an Exploration Lease, you don't need permission to Prospect that area, unless its on private property, Then you do need landowners Permission...
For State Forests, have a look on their websites for their maps... They will tell you if you can fossick and also where you can NOT fossick... Some areas in a SF may have exclusion zones, cause there may be an endangered Frog or plant... Then all you need is a Fossicking Permit available from them to Fossick in the right areas......
But I know that Coffs Harbour is NOT in a Fossicking District, so you need to follow SF maps for advise... I know some SF's are still closed from Fire Damage in the area as well and its all on their Websites.. They also have an office in Coffs that can give you info as well...
I lived in Woolgoolga for 10yrs and know the area very well.. Good Luck... Them Hills are full of Gold...
Google 'Georges Gold Mine' books... Vol 1 & 2. Free from most websites.... Well worth a read before you head out...
Also have a look at a Member here called 'Bluecurrant' he has found some very nice colour in the area..
Not much Detecting areas tho, But the Creeks are great for a Pan... erfect:
LW....
Thanks for the feedback, its what I was hoping to get. I will certainly visit SF office in Coffs to ensure Im not breaking any laws.
I have had a read of Georges Gold Mine books, as you say they make a great read.
Thanks again.