$100 million to increase biodiversity protection and deliver certainty for housing
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$100 million to increase biodiversity protection and deliver certainty for housing
Monday, 18 March 2024
The NSW Labor Government has delivered on its commitment to strengthen protection for koalas while helping deliver much-needed housing in Western and South Western Sydney, by enhancing the Cumberland Plain Conservation Plan.
Read moreInaugural 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.
Read moreBiggest 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.
Read moreDriving 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.
Read moreNSW Government introduces laws to ban harmful LGBTQ+ conversion practices
The NSW Government will today introduce a bill to parliament to ban LGBTQ+ conversion practices, fulfilling a key election commitment.
Read moreNSW Government releases Bus Taskforce Second Report
A bold new blueprint that will deliver the biggest improvements to NSW bus services in a generation has been outlined in the Bus Industry Taskforce's second report released today.
Read more$3.5 million boost for koala care in regional NSW
The NSW Government is delivering on its commitment to provide additional support to wildlife hospitals, koala protection and research with more than $3.5 million in new funding provided to three regional wildlife care facilities.
Read more$2 million to support diverse women find employment
A new round of applications for the NSW Government Return to Work Pathways Program opens today, with up to $2 million available to support women from diverse backgrounds get job ready and secure sustainable employment.
Read moreSeven train stations to be upgraded as part of NSW Government’s $800 million Safe Accessible Transport Plan
The NSW Government is today announcing seven new stations will receive upgrades as part of an $800 million election commitment to accelerate accessibility upgrades at stations across NSW.
Read moreBlue Plaque commemorating the life of Quong Tart unveiled in Sydney
Minister for Heritage Penny Sharpe has unveiled a Blue Plaque in Ashfield, recognising the life of
historical figure Quong Tart and celebrating his political advocacy and charity work in the 1800’s.