App-ealing features boost Service NSW accessibility, security and functionality
The NSW Government is enhancing the Service NSW app to improve digital accessibility, strengthen data security, and boost user experience.
New NSW Privacy Commissioner appointed
Ms Sonia Minutillo has been appointed as the new NSW Privacy Commissioner to deliver an independent voice on the administration of privacy legislation.
Consumers urged to check it or forget it following ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred
Communities recovering from the impacts of ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred are being reminded to stay vigilant when it comes to arranging repairs or building work with tradespeople.
Automatic Mutual Recognition expanded in NSW
The Minns Labor Government has moved to make it easier for more qualified workers from interstate to operate in NSW after the passing of new laws last night expanding Automatic Mutual Recognition (AMR) to more industries.
Minns Government seeks energy bill relief for cyclone region
The Minns Labor Government has written to energy companies asking them to defer electricity bills and waive a fee for NSW households and businesses hit by ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred, to further ease the pressure on those recovering from the natural disaster.
Sydney man fined more than $470,000 for unlicensed and uninsured building work
A Sydney man has been hit with a $473,000 fine after being found guilty of more than 40 breaches involving unlicensed and uninsured residential building work for four consumers in 2022.
NSW leads the way in tackling rent bidding
Latest data from the Minns Labor Government’s Rental Taskforce has revealed solicited rent bidding via listing platforms has been virtually stamped out.
Service NSW Centre closures as Cyclone Alfred approaches the coast
Several Service NSW Centres will be closed over the coming days to protect both customers and staff with Cyclone Alfred expected to impact the northern regions of the State as it tracks towards the coast.
New expert taskforce to help address silica related health risks for workers in tunnelling projects
The Minns Labor Government has established a new Expert Taskforce to oversee and help address silica related health risks for workers in tunnelling projects.
Consumer warning as NSW Fair Trading odometer tampering crackdown fines 28 sellers in one month
Used-car buyers are being urged to check a vehicle’s history before purchase after NSW Fair Trading issued 28 fines in a month and a man was sentenced to a nine-month intensive corrections order for unlicensed motor dealing and odometer tampering.