The NSW Government today took another firm step towards a stronger, more efficient and more streamlined NSW planning system focused on the delivery of more housing, jobs, and infrastructure.

The Minns Labor Government will use new NSW planning laws to focus State-owned Housing Corporations on tackling the State’s housing crisis, by building more social and affordable homes, faster.

The Minns Labor Government is taking another important step to address the NSW housing supply crisis it inherited by encouraging and incentivising the construction of additional homes, including more social housing.

A new 40-year vision for metropolitan Wollongong is beginning to take shape, with the NSW Government progressing plans for a Health Precinct Strategy that will further strengthen the southern city as a well-connected, innovative, and progressive city.

New South Wales will be better protected and prepared for future disasters following today’s announcement of 19 local projects funded under Round One of the Albanese Government’s new Disaster Ready Fund.

Another piece of the Green Square puzzle is complete today with the next stage of housing close to critical infrastructure reaching its peak in Zetland. Minister for Planning and Public Spaces Paul Scully said Green Square is a great example of the NSW Government working with industry to deliver a successful mixed-use precinct including private, social and affordable housing close to public transport.

The Minns Government’s Environmental Planning and Assessment (Housing and Productivity) Contributions Bill has today passed the NSW Legislative Assembly.

Planning approval for a $182 million upgrade of three berths at Port Kembla will help to guarantee the supply of Illawarra steel for new homes, schools, hospitals, and transport infrastructure.

NSW councils will receive $25,000 to pay young planners tuition fees under a new strategy to help the NSW Government address skills shortages and tackle the housing crisis right across the state. 

The NSW Government will retain ownership of an 8.2-hectare parcel of land on the Lake Illawarra foreshore at Warrawong and develop a plan to transform the foreshore location into a must-visit destination for Illawarra locals and visitors.