NSW Budget
Discover NSW’s economic priorities and major investments in health, education, housing and transport for the 2026–27 Budget.
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The NSW Government can help you find solutions for your small business. The Service NSW Business Bureau offers free, personalised support at every business stage through the Business Concierge service, and provides independent business advice, events and resources through Business Connect.
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Latest business and economy updates
Ministerial media release
The decision of S&P Global to upgrade its outlook for New South Wales to Stable and reaffirm its AA+ credit rating is a strong endorsement of the Minns Labor Government’s responsible economic stewardship.
News
Terrigal is known for its beaches, but a growing group of local businesses is working to strengthen its reputation as a vibrant destination for visitors year-round. Among them is hospitality operator Karl Schlothauer, whose work is helping to bring businesses together around a shared vision for the precinct.
Ministerial media release
The Minns Labor Government is backing the future of digital agriculture, with a virtual fencing trial in southern NSW showing how the new technology can help farmers manage livestock more efficiently while improving animal welfare.
Ministerial media release
The Minns Labor Government will launch a science and innovation fund to coordinate strategic investments, deliver on government priorities and turn the state’s research strengths into new businesses.
Ministerial media release
Small businesses across NSW can access fee-free, expert support starting today, as the Minns Labor Government officially launches the upgraded $37 million Small Business Advisory Program.
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Strategy
This Strategy sets out a clear, whole-of-government approach to strengthening a self-determined Aboriginal business ecosystem in NSW over the next 5 years. It provides a coordinated framework for the NSW Government to support Aboriginal businesses through every stage, while embedding Aboriginal leadership and ways of knowing at the centre of implementation.
Assessment
Gaming machine threshold increase with Class 1 LIA
Treasury Policy and Guidelines (TPG)
This Policy provides practical guidance for distinguishing between expenditure that is part of the cost of property, plant and equipment in accordance with Australian Accounting Standard AASB 116 Property, Plant and Equipment (AASB 116) (sometimes referred to as capital expenditure) and expenditure that should be treated as expenses (sometimes referred to as operating expenditure). It also outlines accounting principles for depreciation of property, plant and equipment. The purpose of this Policy is to ensure consistency and comparability in the treatment of capital expenditure and depreciation across the NSW public sector.
FAQ
Find answers to common questions to assist with Expression of Interest and detailed applications.
FAQ
The Special Entertainment Precinct (SEP) Kickstart Grant Round 3 is a $1.2M (excl. GST) program to support NSW councils to establish SEPs and investigate Purple Flag accreditation.