Media Releases

Southern Hemisphere’s biggest data centre gets the green light

28 November 2025

The biggest data centre in the Southern Hemisphere has been given the green light by the Minns Labor Government creating hundreds of jobs, supporting fast-growing demand for cloud storage and the booming digital economy.

Major emission reduction technology pilot for Appin coal mine approved

28 November 2025

The Minns Labor Government has approved a modification to the Bulli Seam Operations coal mine in the Illawarra that will deliver significant environmental benefits and support jobs in the Illawarra region.

New grants to power community energy action as Illawarra prepares for major renewable transition

27 November 2025

Households across the Illawarra will be better supported to cut energy bills and take part in the state’s clean energy transition, with the Minns Labor Government launching a new $5 million Community Energy Activation Program.

Wollongong scores the Rugby League World Cup 2026

24 November 2025

The Minns Labor Government has secured a blockbuster lineup of Rugby League World Cup 2026 matches for Wollongong, reinforcing the city’s growing reputation as a world-class destination for international sporting events.

World-leading NSW Pattern Book puts new mid-rise homes on the fast track

24 November 2025

The Minns Labor Government is today launching 9 new architect-designed mid-rise apartment building patterns as the next phase of the world leading NSW Housing Pattern Book, which is helping to accelerate the delivery of new homes across the state. 

Western Sydney Speedway gears up for thrilling season return

22 November 2025

Speedway racing returns to Western Sydney Speedway at Eastern Creek this weekend, with some of the biggest names in motorsport gearing up for an action-packed 2025-2026 season, featuring fan favourites and thrilling new sprint car and motorbike showcases.

Funding released to support mining land re-use for the Hunter's future

20 November 2025

The Albanese Government, through the Net Zero Economy Authority and with in-kind support from the New South Wales Government, has finalised the Funding Agreement to deliver master plans for two mine sites in the Hunter region: BHP’s Mt Arthur site in Muswellbrook and Glencore’s Macquarie Coal site near Lake Macquarie.

Backing buskers: delivering a soundtrack to Sydney’s harbour precincts

19 November 2025

The Minns Labor Government is increasing busking locations across The Rocks, Darling Harbour and Barangaroo by nearly two thirds.

Bold vision to transform Nowra’s CBD and riverfront precinct

19 November 2025

The Minns Labor Government has today released new plans to revitalise Nowra’s CBD, deliver more jobs, boost the local economy, and create a vibrant riverfront precinct that will unlock more than 900 new homes.

Hundreds more homes proposed in Warwick Farm

19 November 2025

Hundreds of new homes close to public transport, schools and services are a step closer for South-West Sydney, with a rezoning proposal now on exhibition for Mannix Parade Precinct in Warwick Farm.