Media Releases

Wollongong Health Precinct Update

29 November 2024

A revitalised Wollongong Health Precinct is one step closer following the release of an Engagement Outcomes Report detailing the community’s views on the proposed development following community consultations in 2024.

Chapter closes on another successful Kids Book Drive

27 November 2024

Wollongong residents have again rallied to support the annual Paul Scully Kids Book Drive, kindly donating thousands of books to be gifted to local school kids across the Wollongong electorate.

More councils in line for accelerated disaster recovery payments

27 November 2024

A further 14 regional NSW councils are set to receive upfront natural disaster recovery payments through new funding arrangements provided by the Minns Labor Government.

More homes and jobs near transport as masterplans finalised

25 November 2024

The Minns Labor Government has delivered masterplans for its Transport Oriented Development (TOD) Accelerated Precincts.

Approved $1 billion battery one of NSW’s biggest

23 November 2024

The Minns Government has approved a $1 billion Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) near Newcastle which will play a key role in keeping the city’s lights on during peak demands.

Reforms to planning to fast-track delivery of new public schools and health facilities

22 November 2024

The Minns Labor Government is cutting red tape in the planning system today, announcing significant reform to fast-track the delivery of new and upgraded public schools and health facilities by up to eight months.

Four buyback homes to get a new lease on life at Mount Pleasant Resilient Lands Program site

22 November 2024

As part of the largest assisted relocation program in Australian history, the first of four buyback homes have been relocated to the Resilient Lands Program (RLP) site at Mount Pleasant Estate in Goonellabah this week.

Faster funding for Wingecarribee Shire Council road repairs

21 November 2024

The NSW Labor Government has sped up delivery of new funding to Wingecarribee Shire Council repair roads and transport infrastructure damaged during natural disasters.

Faster funding for Central Coast Council road repairs

21 November 2024

The NSW Labor Government has sped up delivery of new funding for Central Coast Council to repair roads and transport infrastructure damaged during natural disasters.

Faster funding for Armidale road repairs

21 November 2024

The NSW Labor Government has sped up delivery of new funding to Armidale Regional Council to repair roads and transport infrastructure damaged during natural disasters.