Media Releases
Culturally significant harbour swim spot re-opens for summer
02 December 2025
Barangaroo’s much loved swim spot, Marrinawi Cove, has officially re-opened just in time for summer, after an upgrade undertaken by the Minns Labor Government has taken the popular bay spot to another level delivering a larger swimming area and increased amenities.
Penrith Beach to return better than ever for a third summer season Monday, 01 December 2025
01 December 2025
Western Sydney can get ready to slip, slop, slap and swim with their newest swim spot Penrith Beach, otherwise known as Pondi, set to open again on Sunday 7 December.
Sandhills Wetlands reopened as part of almost $26 million Byron Bay flood resilience project
01 December 2025
The restoration of a major wetland in the heart of Byron Bay is part of a $26 million project to reduce the impact of flooding in the tourist destination, as well as keeping pollution away from its celebrated beaches.
Southern Hemisphere’s biggest data centre gets the green light
28 November 2025
The biggest data centre in the Southern Hemisphere has been given the green light by the Minns Labor Government creating hundreds of jobs, supporting fast-growing demand for cloud storage and the booming digital economy.
Major emission reduction technology pilot for Appin coal mine approved
28 November 2025
The Minns Labor Government has approved a modification to the Bulli Seam Operations coal mine in the Illawarra that will deliver significant environmental benefits and support jobs in the Illawarra region.
New grants to power community energy action as Illawarra prepares for major renewable transition
27 November 2025
Households across the Illawarra will be better supported to cut energy bills and take part in the state’s clean energy transition, with the Minns Labor Government launching a new $5 million Community Energy Activation Program.
Wollongong scores the Rugby League World Cup 2026
24 November 2025
The Minns Labor Government has secured a blockbuster lineup of Rugby League World Cup 2026 matches for Wollongong, reinforcing the city’s growing reputation as a world-class destination for international sporting events.
World-leading NSW Pattern Book puts new mid-rise homes on the fast track
24 November 2025
The Minns Labor Government is today launching 9 new architect-designed mid-rise apartment building patterns as the next phase of the world leading NSW Housing Pattern Book, which is helping to accelerate the delivery of new homes across the state.
Western Sydney Speedway gears up for thrilling season return
22 November 2025
Speedway racing returns to Western Sydney Speedway at Eastern Creek this weekend, with some of the biggest names in motorsport gearing up for an action-packed 2025-2026 season, featuring fan favourites and thrilling new sprint car and motorbike showcases.
Funding released to support mining land re-use for the Hunter's future
20 November 2025
The Albanese Government, through the Net Zero Economy Authority and with in-kind support from the New South Wales Government, has finalised the Funding Agreement to deliver master plans for two mine sites in the Hunter region: BHP’s Mt Arthur site in Muswellbrook and Glencore’s Macquarie Coal site near Lake Macquarie.

