Media Releases

Securing the delivery of the Mount Ousley Interchange

20 May 2024

The Albanese and Minns Labor Governments remain committed to delivering the Mount Ousley Interchange along the M1 Princes Motorway, which will improve the safety and commute time of this busy road network in the Illawarra.

Planning reform to provide a leg up for farmers

15 May 2024

Proposed changes to the NSW planning system are set to make it easier for regional landholders to build sheds and carry out earthworks without the need for a development application (DA).

Windang Surf Club Grant Success

14 May 2024

Windang Surf Life Saving Club was among 32 clubs throughout NSW to be awarded grants for the upgrade, restoration or construction of facilities under the NSW Government’s Surf Club Facility Program.

Unveiling the new Darling Harbour: a sound shell, upsized playground and expanded Chinese Garden

08 May 2024

The NSW Government is inviting Sydneysiders to rediscover Darling Harbour with the opening of three new public spaces.

Illawarra Heart Health Centre celebrates 10 years

08 May 2024

The Illawarra Heart Health Centre is celebrating 10 years of helping the community during this year’s Heart Week (6-12 May) by bringing together staff and former patients to share their stories and reflect on their experiences with the service.

$300,000 funding agreement to help deliver flood resilient land in the Byron Shire

08 May 2024

The NSW Government is providing Byron Shire Council $300,000 through the Resilient Lands Program to provide safe, flood resilient land for new housing at the Saddle Road Precinct in Brunswick Heads.

Striking a better balance on later trading applications

07 May 2024

The NSW Government is introducing reforms to support restaurants and bars that want to trade later in locations that are not close by homes.

More than $200,000 in funding for Wollongong community sporting groups

06 May 2024

Seven sports organisations in the Wollongong electorate will share in a more than $200,000 funding boost from the NSW Government Member for Wollongong, Paul Scully, announced today.

Well-designed low and mid-rise housing is already in your backyard

03 May 2024

Today, the NSW Government and the Government Architect NSW, is launching an interactive map to showcase some of the best there is to offer in well-designed low and mid-rise homes.

The NSW Government is bringing planning into the 21st Century

30 April 2024

Councils will soon have the opportunity to trial AI in their local planning systems following a $5.6 million investment from the NSW Government.