Media Releases

New one-stop shop to deliver faster and simpler planning system

29 January 2026

A single front door for all major planning projects is taking shape with the Minns Labor Government putting the proposed regulatory changes to create the Development Coordination Authority (DCA) on public exhibition.

More than 8,000 first home buyers get their start in the Hunter, Newcastle and Lake Macquarie

29 January 2026

New data reveals that 8,280 first home buyers in the Hunter, Newcastle and Lake Macquarie have been given a helping hand by the Minns Labor Government, saving an average of $21,513 off the cost of their first home.

 

Row of NSW Pattern Book terraces begin construction

27 January 2026

Construction has begun on a row of seven NSW Pattern Book terraces in Edmondson Park in Sydney’s South-West.

World-class entertainment is coming to Wollongong

23 January 2026

The Minns Labor Government has today revealed the vision for a new world-class sports and entertainment precinct in Wollongong, committing $17 million to unlock the next stage of planning to bring the project to life.

Dream home design off the dollar menu from January 31

23 January 2026

People have just over a week to secure their dream home design for just $1 with the NSW Pattern Book introductory offer for an architect design of a low-rise home set to end on 31 January.

NSW housing completions hit five year high

21 January 2026

NSW has recorded its highest housing completion numbers in five years, with 13,057 homes completed from July to September 2025. This is the highest quarter for the state since March 2021.

New Crime Commissioner appointed

21 January 2026

Stephen Dametto has been appointed as the new Commissioner of the NSW Crime Commission, to lead its important work of tackling serious and organised crime.

Pre-sale Finance Guarantee unlocks Inner West homes

21 January 2026

The Minns Labor Government’s world-leading Pre-sale Finance Guarantee program is helping fast track new homes with a redevelopment in the Inner West receiving the first guarantee under the $1 billion scheme.

New School Zone on the way for Towradgi

20 January 2026

Pedestrians and motorists travelling in Towradgi will experience safer journeys with a new school zone being introduced this month.

 

The world’s best fish market officially opens in Sydney

19 January 2026

Sydney is now home to the world’s best fish market following the Minns Labor Government completing the new Sydney Fish Market that officially opens for business today.