Media Releases

More than 700 social and affordable homes unlocked across Sydney through the Housing Australia Future Fund

13 August 2026

The Housing Australia Future Fund (HAFF) is continuing to deliver with almost 700 new social and affordable homes are on the way for Sydney as five housing projects receive planning approval.

Minns Labor Government backs Shellharbour’s growth with 11,700 new homes proposed

10 August 2026

The Minns Labor Government is delivering more homes and jobs for the Illawarra, placing two major rezoning proposals on public exhibition, that could unlock up to 11,700 new homes and 1,750 new jobs across a revitalised Shellharbour City Centre and the new Shellharbour Hospital Precinct.

Liberal’s plan to wind back housing reforms would mean fewer homes and higher prices

07 August 2026

The NSW Liberal and National’s proposal on housing released today to wind back the Minns Labor Government's Low and Mid-Rise Housing Policy would mean fewer homes being built, putting further pressure on prices and rents and making it even harder for young people, families and essential workers to live in Sydney, the Illawarra-Shoalhaven, the Central Coast and the Hunter.

Cherrybrook Precinct rezoning locks in new homes, jobs and parkland for northwest Sydney

07 August 2026

The Minns Labor Government has finalised the Cherrybrook Precinct rezoning, enabling the delivery of up to 10,000 new homes and more than 200 new retail jobs in northwest Sydney.

Historic Parramatta North set for a once in a generation renewal

07 August 2026

The Minns Labor Government has finalised the rezoning of 33 hectares of the Parramatta North precinct and will invest $124.5 million to power its transformation into a thriving, mixed-use community adjacent to one of Australia’s most important heritage sites.

Final Concept Design unveiled for treasured Anzac Park

06 August 2026

The Minns Labor Government has unveiled the final concept design for Anzac Park in West Ryde, delivering on a $6 million election commitment to transform the treasured 90-year-old park into a vibrant and accessible green space for the growing community.

A modern era of construction methods and approvals begins

05 August 2026

The Minns Labor Government has passed nation-leading building reforms through NSW Parliament introducing a new, modern era of approvals and construction methods.

 

HDA housing pipeline grows by close to 4000 homes

31 July 2026

A further 17 projects have been declared as State Significant Development (SSD) following recommendations from the Housing Delivery Authority (HDA).

New Plan to shape the future of the Illawarra Shoalhaven region

31 July 2026

The Minns Labor Government is backing the Illawarra Shoalhaven and helping it plan for a strong future with the release of the draft Illawarra-Shoalhaven Regional Plan.

Pre-Sale Finance Guarantee unlocks 650 new homes in Rhodes and Auburn

30 July 2026

The Minns Labor Government is turning stalled approvals into new home building, with construction of nearly 650 new homes in Rhodes and Auburn set to be fast tracked under its $1 billion Pre-sale Finance Guarantee.