Media Releases
Warrawong Parklands to transform into a world-class destination
17 September 2025
The Minns Government has today released a draft Master Plan to guide the transformation of the Warrawong Parklands into an iconic outdoor destination shaped around nature, active living, and community.
Planning system reform to help build NSW’s future
17 September 2025
The Minns Labor Government is introducing landmark legislation to deliver more homes through a modern, faster, and fairer planning system for NSW.
Funding to amp up live music in Wollongong
15 September 2025
Two Wollongong venues will soon be able to host more live music, create new opportunities for local musicians, and boost the night-time economy, thanks to NSW Government funding to upgrade sound, lighting, and accessibility—helping keep stages alive and music pumping.
A new life for Parramatta Road as up to 8,000 new homes could be delivered along the corridor
14 September 2025
The Minns Labor Government and Inner West Councillors are today announcing an agreement to partner on rezoning along the Parramatta Road corridor that could deliver around 8,000 new homes close to the CBD.
Wollongong bus layover up and running
12 September 2025
Wollongong’s long-awaited new permanent bus layover is complete and will be in operation on Atchison Street from Monday.
Boosting new homes for renters
09 September 2025
The Minns Labor Government has today introduced a bill to Parliament extending tax cuts to boost new build-to-rent homes.
More than 7,700 more homes declared state significant
09 September 2025
Free drone show lights up Darling Harbor in new trial
08 September 2025
A free dazzling drone show on Saturday night saw around 20,000 people gather on Darling Harbor forecourts for a vibrant spring-themed display.
Plans for the world’s largest industrial land transformation are here
05 September 2025
The world’s current largest industrial land transformation project has taken a major step forward, with a rezoning proposal released today to revitalise 200 hectares of land at BlueScope’s Port Kembla site.
Upgraded health services for the Illawarra community
04 September 2025
Patients at Wollongong Hospital can now access a new and upgraded Medical Ambulatory Care (MAC) Unit at the hospital, as part of a $21.9 million investment from the Minns Labor Government to enhance health services and infrastructure at Wollongong Hospital.