Media Releases
Billion-dollar distribution centre approval a first for Aerotropolis
09 March 2026
A new billion-dollar Aldi Automated Distribution Centre has been approved in the Aerotropolis, continuing momentum and signalling growing global investment confidence in one of Western Sydney’s most strategically important precincts.
Innovative green hydrogen and ammonia project to cut emissions for Moree farms
09 March 2026
Moree farms will soon be able to cut emissions with the region set to host an innovative green hydrogen and ammonia plant, powered by renewable energy, after the project was given the green light by the Minns Labor Government.
Barangaroo lets the dogs out in Hickson Park
06 March 2026
The Minns Labor Government is letting the dogs out in Barangaroo with the start of a three month off-leash trial at Hickson Park.
Champion for women in STEM: Dr Tamantha Stutchbury honoured as Wollongong's 2026 Local Woman of the Year
05 March 2026
Dr Tamantha Stutchbury has been named the 2026 Wollongong Local Woman of the Year by Member for Wollongong, Paul Scully, in recognition of her transformative leadership and unwavering commitment to empowering women in STEM and entrepreneurship.
NSW Government endorses 16 projects through Investment Delivery Authority
04 March 2026
The Minns Labor Government has endorsed the first tranche of projects through the Investment Delivery Authority (IDA), marking a major milestone in supporting the delivery of high‑value private sector investment across the state.
Vibrancy already in train for new Bays West precinct
04 March 2026
A once beloved community asset, the White Bay Power Station Entertainment Hall has been locked away from public view for decades but following a restoration it will open its doors once again for Biennale of Sydney 2026.
More than 7,800 homes declared state significant
04 March 2026
A further 17 projects have been declared as State Significant Development (SSD) following recommendations from the Housing Delivery Authority (HDA).
$270 Million investment to secure Port Kembla’s future and boost the Illawarra
03 March 2026
The Minns Labor Government is investing $270 million in local Wollongong and Port Kembla roads and transport links to strengthen the Illawarra as a critical economic gateway for New South Wales, supporting local jobs and unlocking future growth for the Illawarra.
Minns Government to deliver thousands of homes near the Bays Metro Station, while retaining our working harbour
03 March 2026
The Minns Labor Government is today unveiling a game-changing new precinct at Bays West – delivering up to 8,500 well-located homes, including a minimum of 10 per cent affordable and essential worker homes - directly above the new Bays West Metro Station currently under construction.
Speeding up the planning system to get shovels in the ground sooner
02 March 2026
The Minns Labor Government is continuing to slash red tape and speed up assessment times with the second proclamation that enacts reforms introduced through the NSW Planning Systems Reform Act 2025 enabling fast-tracked pathways that could halve assessment times.

