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Pests, diseases, weeds and contaminants are major threats to our natural environment and farming industries. Everyone has a role to play in protecting NSW from these biosecurity risks.
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Latest environment, land and water updates
Ministerial media release
Following the receipt of advice from the Independent Planning Commission (IPC), I have declared the City of Sydney’s proposal for a new square opposite Sydney Town Hall as State Significant Development (SSD).
Ministerial media release
The Minns Labor Government and Wollongong City Council are working together to end the erosion on part of the Windang Foreshore.
Ministerial media release
For the first time, pink lakes will be protected within the NSW national parks estate, following the joint purchase of Pulgamurtie Station by the Minns and Albanese Labor Governments.
Ministerial media release
The NSW Government is today unveiling Western Sydney’s newest major piece of water infrastructure which will enable more than 140,000 new homes and businesses to be connected to critical wastewater services.
Ministerial media release
Lismore’s CBD will be better protected from localised flooding, with a major upgrade to the Browns Creek Pump Station set to begin construction in November.
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Form
The pre-assessment credit price estimate (PACE) provides an estimate of credit prices only. It does not reflect the actual value of biodiversity credits and quoted figures may change over time. Your financial decisions should take into consideration all available market information.
Case study, Update
Summarises the impact we have had on private land conservation in the first half of 2026.
Guide
A guide to participant in our Biodiversity Credit Tender 26-01.
Policy and guidance, Strategy, Corporate document
Key corporate documents that guide how the Natural Resources Commission operates, manages risk, engages stakeholders, and upholds ethical standards.
Fact sheet
2026September Landscaping Fact Sheet for Shoalhaven Hospital Redevelopment.