NSW leads the country in battery reform to fight fires and pollution
The Minns Labor Government is responding to the rise in battery-related fires with nation-leading battery regulation and the expansion of a major public safety campaign to keep dangerous batteries out of household bins.
Nearly $20 million to deliver 33 life-saving road safety projects across regional NSW
Thirty-three new life-saving projects will make roads safer for pedestrians, cyclists and drivers across regional New South Wales, targeting high-risk locations and delivering practical upgrades where they are needed most.
Minns Labor Government rolls out free nasal spray influenza vaccine for kids under 5
The Minns Labor Government is rolling out free nasal spray flu vaccines for 2-4 year olds to increase influenza vaccine uptake in young children following the worst flu season on record.
Work underway to modernise Lismore CBD flood defence system
Two submersible flood pumps are about to be installed at a critical section of Lismore’s flood defence system, replacing stormwater removal units previously powered by tractors in the CBD.
Update on NSW fuel response: Fuel companies comply with direction
All fuel companies have complied with the NSW Minister for Energy’s direction to supply information that will help the Government map the supply chain and ensure fuel is delivered where it is needed.
Coulsons Creek Road (MR358) opens to traffic
Coulsons Creek Road in the Upper Hunter is open to traffic for the first time in almost five years.
More frontline mental health clinicians to help people in need
The Minns Labor Government will boost frontline mental healthcare across NSW with more than $64 million to recruit an additional 29 clinicians plus more funding for community-based care targeting young people and regional communities.
Pre-Sale Finance Guarantee builds housing momentum across Sydney
The Minns Labor Government’s world-leading $1 billion Pre-sale Finance Guarantee is building momentum in the housing pipeline, with a further 300 new homes in Pyrmont and Westmead set to start construction sooner thanks to the scheme.
Emergency foster carers receive first boost to crisis payment in over 20 years
The Minns Labor Government is boosting support for emergency foster carers by more than doubling the immediate crisis care payment, recognising the vital role foster carers play when children need a safe home urgently.
FuelCheck to receive $2.2 million boost as fuel transparency compliance blitzes surge
The Minns Labor Government will inject $2.2 million to upgrade FuelCheck and help the people of NSW manage cost-of-living pressures as compliance activity ramps up.