Media Releases

Sydney lifts its cap on fun – officially raising the cap on concerts at the SCG precinct

17 January 2024

The NSW Government is today announcing the lifting of the archaic SCG precinct concert cap from an average of 4 events a year to 20 events a year – putting an end to these restrictions that have stifled the NSW economy and its cultural lifeblood.

Wind farm approved to deliver clean energy to 700,000 homes

22 December 2023

Clean, renewable energy to power up to 700,000 homes a year has been given the green light with the NSW Government’s approval for the Yanco Delta wind farm in the state’s South West Renewable Energy Zone (REZ).

Green light for the return to racing at Western Sydney International Speedway

22 December 2023

Speedway racing will make a long-awaited but welcome return to Eastern Creek in early 2024 following the appointment of a new Venue Manager and Operator for Western Sydney International Speedway.

$30,000 funding boost to cater for Berkeley community kitchen upgrade

21 December 2023

Member for Wollongong, Paul Scully, has delivered another election commitment with $30,000 in funding secured for the much-needed upgrade of kitchen facilities at Berkeley Neighbourhood Centre.

Final master plan sets vision for jobs growth in Albury

21 December 2023

The long-term vision to create highly skilled jobs and boost the Riverina economy has been released courtesy of the Albury Regional Job Precinct final master plan, which outlines a prosperous future for the NEXUS Industrial Precinct and adjacent land.

Penrith Beach attendees rejoice as ‘Pondi’ booms on opening day

20 December 2023

Western Sydney’s first beach has been hailed a success by locals as more than 1200 people descended onto golden sand to cool off at Penrith Beach on its opening day on Tuesday.

Towels at the ready – Penrith Beach is open for business

19 December 2023

It’s official – Western Sydney’s first beach is open for business thanks to a $1.7 million investment by the Minns Labor Government.

Inclusive Play Spaces for Wollongong

18 December 2023

The Australian Government and NSW Government continue to support Wollongong City Council to deliver priority local road and community infrastructure projects, with the Stuart Park All Ages Abilities Playground now complete.

Rezoning finalised for hundreds of new Parramatta Homes

15 December 2023

The state-led rezoning for Parramatta's Church Street North precinct, alongside the Parramatta Light Rail, is now complete allowing for up to 1,800 new homes to be built.

Help shape the future of Wollongong’s Health Precinct

15 December 2023

The NSW Government is seeking community feedback on a discussion paper to help guide a development strategy for the future Wollongong Health Precinct.