This report details the findings and progress of the Oberon Rural Community Development Study from 1989 to 1994, focusing on its fifth year of operation. The study, conducted by Dwyer Leslie Pty. Ltd., investigates the social and economic impacts of forestry within the Oberon region. It builds upon previous reports, including those published by State Forests of New South Wales, and incorporates bibliographical references to support its findings. The document serves as a comprehensive record of the project's evolution and its contributions to understanding rural community dynamics.

This report is a technical document intended for stakeholders involved in rural community development and forestry management. Its value lies in its detailed, longitudinal data collection and analysis of the socio-economic effects of forestry in the Oberon region. The inclusion of previous years' reports and bibliographies suggests a thorough and evidence-based approach to its subject matter. The document serves as a crucial record for understanding the long-term implications of resource management on rural communities.