Sydney is at risk of becoming a city with no grandchildren – Productivity Commission report finds
Today it has been revealed that Sydney is at risk of becoming a city with no grandchildren if we don’t meaningfully address the housing crisis.

Unveiling the new Darling Harbour: a sound shell, upsized playground and expanded Chinese Garden
The NSW Government is inviting Sydneysiders to rediscover Darling Harbour with the opening of three new public spaces.

Parkes to Narromine
The Parkes to Narromine section of the Inland Rail project was approved in June 2018. The project commenced operation in 2020.

Financial incentives for councils
The Faster Assessments program includes financial incentives for councils that meet housing targets to help deliver infrastructure including roads, open spaces and community facilities.

2024 August formal enforcements
The department conducts inspection and enforcement activities for compliance. Read the details of the formal enforcements conducted in August 2024.

Coal and petroleum exploration assessment
Preliminary Regional Issues Assessment for Potential Coal and Petroleum Exploration Release Areas.

Greening our City grant 2022
The latest round of grant funding awared $9.9 million to 21 projects in 17 councils across Greater Sydney.

Sustainable building reforms offer long-term savings for households
Home buyers and businesses can look forward to lower energy bills, with new sustainable building (BASIX) energy standards now in effect.

Biodiversity in Place – webinars
The Biodiversity in Place webinar series provides practical examples of how projects have considered biodiversity.

Assessment reports independent review
An independent review of the department’s assessment reports for state significant projects.
