Way forward for Sydney Trains as final Rail Review released

 

The final Sydney Trains Review has been released, outlining key challenges and recommendations, including major system upgrades, fleet reliability and workforce gaps.

The findings provide a framework for reform that will shape the future of our railways in New South Wales.

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Sydney bus drivers to receive staff opal cards from today

New and current bus drivers right across Sydney will be receiving their staff Opal cards from today.

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Interim NSW VET Review released

The NSW Government today released the Interim NSW VET Review into the state’s vocational education and training sector.

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New Parramatta River Class Ferry arrives in Sydney, ready to begin service

The first new Australian built Parramatta River Class ferry has just arrived in Sydney after passing the ultimate sea test, crossing the Bass Strait.

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Music to the ears: new recording and touring grants

Musicians and artists are set to receive a boost under the NSW Labor Government with the opening of grants focused on rebuilding the NSW touring circuit.

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School counsellor vacancies drop amid recruitment drive to support student wellbeing

The NSW Government is moving ahead with its election commitment to recruit an additional 250 (FTE) school counsellors, with 86 new school counsellors and psychologists starting work in NSW public schools at the beginning of this school year amid a 35% drop in vacancies since last year.

 

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Planning begins for $350 million Canterbury Hospital Redevelopment

An important step has been taken for the biggest upgrade of Canterbury Hospital in 26 years, with the project’s lead design team appointed.

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Inaugural NSW Women’s Safety Commissioner Strategic Plan released

The Inaugural NSW Women’s Safety Commissioner Strategic Plan, Working together to address domestic, family and sexual violence, has been released today, providing a roadmap for the Office of the Women’s Safety Commissioner’s activities between 2024 and 2027.

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Biggest boost to environmental regulation in three decades

Penalties for many environmental crimes will double under the biggest amendment to environmental protection laws since the Environment Protection Authority was created in 1991.

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Driving a cleaner future: Vehicle Emissions Star Ratings

he NSW Government has launched a new Vehicle Emissions Star Rating website to help drivers consider sustainability when making their next vehicle purchase.

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