Media Releases

Close to 8,400 homes declared State Significant

10 June 2026

A further 27 projects have been declared as State Significant Development (SSD) following recommendations from the Housing Delivery Authority (HDA).

Green light for safer journeys in Chain Valley Bay

10 June 2026

New traffic lights are in full operation today at the intersection of the Pacific Highway and Chain Valley Bay Road on the Central Coast, marking the completion of a $6.7 million upgrade that will improve safety and access for local residents and road users.

Plan to address Commonwealth government bed block in Illawarra

10 June 2026

The NSW Government is pursuing its own strategy to address the Commonwealth Government’s bed block of NSW hospitals - with almost 166 beds now occupied by community members waiting on Commonwealth Government funding for either an aged care or NDIS placement in the Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District.

Making an icon even more iconic

The Minns Labor Government is unlocking the Sydney Opera House’s full potential, increasing capacity, hours and making common sense noise changes so the concerns of a few residents no longer compromise the experience of millions of concert goers at the world-famous icon.

Cooler, greener playgrounds: 150 schools to benefit from expanded tree planting program

04 June 2026

The Minns Labor Government is investing $2.3 million to plant thousands of trees, shrubs and bush tucker gardens to help combat urban heating in more than 150 schools over the next four years.

Housing Delivery Authority sets new 60-day clock on EOIs

03 June 2026

The Housing Delivery Authority (HDA) was established to drive the delivery of more homes, and more affordable homes, in NSW and that remains its focus.

Investing in low-carbon manufacturing and jobs in the Illawarra

02 June 2026

The Minns Labor Government is calling on manufacturers in the Illawarra to apply for a share of $225 million to create more local jobs and help NSW build the products and materials needed for the industries of the future.

Targeted investment round now open to secure NSW’s fuel future

02 June 2026

Expressions of Interest (EOI) are now open for major investment projects designed to strengthen fuel security and resilience.

Sydney turns green and gold for Socceroos World Cup campaign

31 May 2026

The Minns Labor Government is inviting football fans to come together and cheer on the Socceroos for free, with two massive live sites set to transform Darling Harbour and Sydney Olympic Park into live fan zones during the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

 

Neary 50 new homes built in Sydney’s North-West as major renewal moves to next stage

30 May 2026

The renewal of social housing in Sydney’s north-west is well underway, with nearly 50 new homes recently completed as Stage 1A of the Telopea Renewal project receives planning approval.