Ministerial media releases

Read official NSW Government media releases from the Premier, Deputy Premier and selected ministers. Visit the relevant departmental website for announcements by other ministers.

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Ministerial media release
28 November 2023

Red imported fire ants in South Murwillumbah update

Following the eradication of the 5 red imported fire ants nests at South Murwillumbah on the weekend, the NSW Government has been further implementing its fire ant plan by focusing on tracing, surveillance and educating local businesses and the community.

Ministerial media release
28 November 2023

New planning rules to fast track low-rise and mid-rise housing

The Minns government is confronting the housing crisis with bold reforms to create tens of thousands of new, well-located, low-rise and mid-rise homes.

Ministerial media release
28 November 2023

Can you spot a scam? Learn how to stay protected this holiday season

The NSW Government is urging people to be alert to cybercriminals targeting busy online shoppers ahead of Christmas, with more than $126.5 million lost to scams across the state in 2023.

Ministerial media release
28 November 2023

$6.1 million infrastructure boost for local communities

Thirty-five community groups will share $6.1 million in funding under the latest round of the NSW Government’s Club grants Category 3 Infrastructure Grants Program.

Ministerial media release
27 November 2023

Consumer Affairs Ministers committed to protecting consumers

Commonwealth, State and Territory Consumer Affairs Ministers met on Friday 24 November 2023 with a renewed commitment to collaboration across borders and to strengthen consumer protections.

Ministerial media release
27 November 2023

Summer-ready Queenscliff returns to the harbour

After an early retirement in October 2021, the Queenscliff has made a spectacular return to the Circular Quay to Manly run following months of careful restoration work.

Ministerial media release
27 November 2023

Transport link to waterfront precinct taking shape as community has first look

Travel to the Barangaroo precinct will soon be even easier, with the new metro station making strides ahead of fast and reliable metro services starting on the Sydney Metro City and Southwest line next year. 

Ministerial media release
27 November 2023

Exploring modular housing to deliver more social homes sooner

A new cross government taskforce will meet for the first time today to provide expert industry advice to the NSW Government to explore the use of modular housing to deliver much needed social homes for people in NSW.

Ministerial media release
26 November 2023

Western Sydney to join the State’s best swimming destinations

A new ‘beach’ in Penrith, soon to be added to the list of NSW’s most iconic places to swim, will ensure people in Western Sydney have a place to cool off over summer.

Ministerial media release
25 November 2023

Pharmacy prescribing trial will expand to include some skin conditions

In 2024, it will be easier for people suffering from certain skin conditions to access prescription medicines, as part of the NSW Government’s pharmacy prescribing trial.

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