Welcome to the Australian Climbing Association NSW
We are the peak body for recreational rock climbing.
ACANSW advocates for open access and is funded by climbers like you through memberships and donations. Discover our latest news and events.
Join us or renew your membership online today.
ACANSW would like to acknowledge the Traditional custodians across NSW. We respect the long and continuing connection that Aboriginal people have with these lands in which we recreate and live. We recognise that any climbing access needs to be considerate of Aboriginal cultural heritage.
ACANSW wishes to continue building relationships with, and learning from Traditional custodians. We hope to work alongside First Nations peoples to find appropriate resolutions wherever climbing access is perceived to come into conflict with Aboriginal Cultural Heritage.
Upcoming Events
- Monkeyfest 2026 13th June 2026 Back by popular demand, this community event is open to members of ACANSW, Pulse gym and Newcastle University Mountaineering club and their families. ... more
Latest News
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Submissions needed- Bald Rock and Boonoo Boonoo National Park draft amendment
24th May 2026
We encourage all climbers, especially those in Northern NSW (and southern Queensland) to put in a submission to the NSW NPWS about overturning the long-standing ban on climbing in these national parks. Talking points are provided in the article. Submissions close June 5th. ... more
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Broad headed snakes- what every NSW climber needs to know
20th May 2026
Broad-headed snakes, which favor northwest-facing cliffs within 200 km of Sydney, are critically endangered. Climbers should be mindful of this beautiful species and take care to respect its habitat ... more
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Wolgan Valley Helicopters- Have your say
11th May 2026
The Emirates Wolgan Valley resort has applied to increase helicopter flights into the Wolgan to 30 movements/day or 210 movements/week. You have until 5pm, 18 May to lodge a submission about this with the Dept of Planning. Although this is proposed as a "Temporary modification" to allow resort opera... ... more
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Submissions needed- proposed climbing ban in Kiama region national parks
05th February 2026
Although there is little climbing recorded in this region, excellent quality Hawkesbury sandstone and adventurous exploration opportunities exist for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers. If you oppose blanket bans then get your submission in by Feb 9. ... more
