Henson Park secures funding for last piece of the puzzle
The Minns Labor Government today announced it will provide $1 million toward upgrades to Henson Park to help transform the much-loved suburban ground into a fit-for-purpose community facility.
Local students name cranes at the new Shellharbour Hospital
Two tower cranes supporting the delivery of the new Shellharbour Hospital will officially be known as ‘Shane’ and ‘Anita Lift’ after being named by two local school students.
Major infrastructure package to support Western Sydney Aerotropolis growth
The Minns Labor Government is today announcing a comprehensive $835 million investment to enable development, support job creation and maximise economic growth for the Western Sydney Aerotropolis region.
NSW Budget delivers $40.1m towards Australia’s first complex care centre for children
Children with chronic and complex health conditions and their families will benefit from an additional $40.1 million investment in the 2025-26 Budget to create the first complex care centre of its kind in Australia named the ‘Kookaburra Centre’.
$9.2 million splash for Penrith Beach, Regatta Centre and Whitewater Stadium
Western Sydney’s favourite swim spot, Penrith Beach (affectionately known as ‘Pondi’) will return for two more seasons and the Sydney International Regatta Centre and Penrith Whitewater Stadium will be upgraded thanks to a $9.2 million investment from the Minns Labor Government.
Body worn video camera rollout to deter violence and aggression in the workplace
The Minns Labor Government has commenced a state-wide rollout of body worn video (BWV) to deter violence or aggression against SafeWork NSW inspectors.
Budget blockbuster: Search begins for second film studio in Sydney
The Minns Labor Government is investing $100 million in a capital fund to begin the hunt for the location of a second film studio for Sydney.
Motorists urged to click and claim toll relief before June 30
Motorists are being advised to step on the accelerator to claim their toll relief under the Minns Labor Government’s $60 a week toll cap.
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
This World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (15 June), older people and the wider community are being urged to recognise financial abuse ‘red flags’ to help prevent exploitation.
Surging Japanese arrivals boost Sydney economy
Sydney and NSW are surging in popularity as the premier visitor destination in the Asia Pacific, with the latest Tourism Research Australia data showing Japanese visitors to NSW rose 24.8 per cent to 151,800 in the year ending December 2024, with visitors staying 4.7 million nights (up 42.7 per cent year on year) and spending $496.2 million (up 16.5 per cent).