Media Releases
Major economic boost to the Central West with Cowal gold mine granted extension, generating $134 million of investment
11 December 2024
The Cowal gold mine in the Central West has been granted an expansion by the Minns Labor Government to 2042, generating $134 million of capital investment and ensuring ongoing support for more than 500 jobs.
Community to guide the future of Moore Park South
08 December 2024
Moore Park South will be transformed by a new 20-hectare public park that will respond to the community’s future recreational needs in one of the densest residential areas in Australia.
Penrith Beach is back for another summer of fun
07 December 2024
Back and better than its first season, Penrith Beach is opening today for another summer of fun for Western Sydney.
Road and opportunities open at Naughtons Gap
06 December 2024
The inconvenient detour around a landslip at Naughtons Gap Road near Casino is now a thing of the past, following the completion of a $15.8 million disaster recovery project, funded by the Albanese and Minns Governments.
Final stage of Kooragang Island remediation complete
05 December 2024
The remediation of the former BHP land in Kooragang Island has been completed, creating a stunning new environmental and economic asset for Newcastle and the Hunter Region.
Penrith beach makes a splash with return date confirmed
02 December 2024
The Minns Labor Government has confirmed, on Saturday December 7th, Penrith Beach will be reopen for summer, providing access to a swimming spot for locals and visitors to cool down, relax and swim.
DA approved for build-to-rent homes in East Lismore
29 November 2024
A $30 million election commitment from the Minns Labor Government to provide a much-needed boost to rental options in the Northern Rivers is now a step closer to being realised.
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.