At the time of writing, opportunities for further accommodation within and adjacent to the WHA are being examined. Baitfishing is as per Inland Fisheries Commission regulations. At the time of writing bait fishing is allowed in two lakes in the Central Plateau Conservation Area. Preferred dive sites in the Bathurst Channel area are to be identified, education material on diving developed and, if necessary, conditions placed on the use of sensitive areas. Fossicking for specified minerals is allowed at defined sites near Adamsfield, in the Adamsfield Conservation Area.
Current areas remain available under the present conditions and codes of practice.
The old packhorse track to Adamsfield can also be considered. Hunting areas are to remain on the Eastern and Northern parts of the Central Plateau Conservation Area. Current boundaries can be varied as required though the overall size of the areas is to remain the same. Two possible small additional areas in and around Macquarie Harbour are to be investigated. Existing huts and shacks will be subject to an assessment for their cultural and recreational significance and environmental impact.