Region plans

Region plans translate State priorities into place-based strategies. They identify where and when growth should occur, including new homes, jobs and infrastructure.

Each plan sets a 20-year vision for land use, housing, infrastructure, employment and environmental outcomes.

Region plans:

  • translate State priorities into regional land use responses and actions
  • guide the sequencing of development and infrastructure delivery
  • align growth with infrastructure provision
  • support coordinated delivery across State agencies, councils and other delivery partners.

Region plans are reviewed and updated every 5 years to ensure they remain relevant and responsive to changing needs and opportunities.

Draft Illawarra Shoalhaven Plan

We’ve drafted a new Illawarra Shoalhaven Plan to guide the region’s growth through to 2046. The draft Illawarra Shoalhaven Plan was on exhibition on the NSW Planning Portal from 31 July to 28 September 2026.

Thank you to everyone who provided feedback. We’re currently reviewing and considering this feedback before finalising the plan later this year.  

The region plans listed below remain in effect while new region plans are developed. 

Explore current region plans

Map illustration of Sydney region.
Map illustration of Sydney region. 
Credit: NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure
The Sydney Plan

Finalised 13 August 2026, the Sydney Plan is the first of a new generation of region plans, setting the long-term direction for growth, housing, jobs and infrastructure across Greater Sydney.

Small boat at Koolewong Boat Ramp, located on the NSW Central Coast. Credit: Salty Dingo
Small boat at Koolewong Boat Ramp, located on the NSW Central Coast. 
Credit: Salty Dingo
Central Coast Region

Updated and finalised in October 2022.

Aerial view of the Central West and Orana region.
Central West and Orana Regional Plan 2041

Updated and finalised in December 2022.

Endeavor Mine. Cobar, NSW. Credit: NSW Department of Planning and Environment / Quentin Jones
Far West

Draft 2041 Plan exhibited in 2023.

Family enjoying a walk along the Newcastle Memorial Walk, The Hill. Credit: Destination NSW
Hunter Regional Plan 2041

Updated and finalised in December 2022.

A birds-eye view of boats in Ulladulla Harbour. Credit: NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure / Kramer Photography
Illawarra Shoalhaven Regional Plan 2041

Updated and finalised May 2021.

Couple enjoying a glass of wine at sunset in Tamworth's countryside. Credit: Destination NSW
New England North West Regional Plan 2041

Updated and finalised in September 2022.

Couple walking their dog along Coffs Harbour jetty boardwalk.
North Coast

Updated and finalised in December 2022.

Family enjoying a relaxing walk alongside the Edward River, Deniliquin in the state's Riverina Murray region. Credit: Destination NSW
Family enjoying a relaxing walk alongside the Edward River, Deniliquin in the state's Riverina Murray region. 
Credit: Destination NSW
Riverina Murray Regional Plan 2041

Updated and finalised in January 2023.

Curiosity Rocks, Lake Jindabyne. Credit: Robin Ward / NSW Department of Planning and Environment
South East and Tablelands

Draft 2041 Plan exhibited in 2023.

For questions about region plans, email regionalstrategicplanning@dpie.nsw.gov.au