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Published on: 02 Jul 2026
Statement of Expectations Order
The Minister's Environmental Planning and Assessment (Statement of Expectations) Order supports councils to continue improving approval times.
An example of mid-rise housing at Huntley Street, Alexandria. Credit: James Grabowski/DPHI
Published on: 02 Jul 2026
Toggerai Park
Toggerai Park is a new 17‑hectare bushland park near Appin, offering walking trails, nature‑based play, picnic areas and spaces to relax and connect.
A man leaps into the air to catch a frisbee in Toggerai Park. Credit: DPHI / Nick Watt
Published on: 02 Jul 2026
Development near rail corridors and busy roads
Development near transport corridors requires careful planning to prevent conflicts, ensure safety, and protect the operation of transport infrastruct...
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Published on: 02 Jul 2026
Expressions of Interest open for the future of housing construction in NSW
The world’s best and brightest in housing are invited to help build more high-quality homes, faster for the people of NSW using Modern Methods of Cons...
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Published on: 02 Jul 2026
In-fill affordable housing
In-fill affordable housing provides opportunities for the delivery of new affordable housing to meet the needs of households on very low to moderate i...
Prickly pear cactus on a residential street in Banksia, NSW. Credit: NSW Department of Planning and Environment / Adam Hollingworth
Published on: 02 Jul 2026
Crown development applications
Crown agencies play a major role in providing essential services and infrastructure in areas such as education, health, social housing, transport, eme...
The Narrabri District Health Service building, surrounded by a fence, with a clear sign in front.
A fenced health facility with a sign reading "Narrabri District Health Service.". 
Credit: NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure / Neil Fenelon
Published on: 02 Jul 2026
Major new park opens in Sydney’s growing south-west
Families in Sydney's south-west have a new place to relax, play, and connect with nature, with the Minns Labor Government today opening Toggerai Park ...
Ministerial media release
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Published on: 02 Jul 2026
Sustainable Buildings SEPP
The NSW Government is committed to the development of sustainable and resilient homes and buildings. We are introducing a new policy to support these ...
Two people sitting and socialising at the UNSW Village, a student accommodation location designed by Architectus. Credit: Andrew Cohen 2018
Two people sitting and socialising at the UNSW Village, a student accommodation location designed by Architectus. 
Credit: Andrew Cohen 2018
Published on: 02 Jul 2026
Transport infrastructure
The Transport and Infrastructure SEPP makes it easier to protect, improve or use land in NSW, including using land for transport infrastructure.
Glenfield to Leppington South West Rail train tracks, Sydney. Credit: NSW Department of Planning and Environment / Salty Dingo