Construction workers accommodation
There is an urgent need to provide housing for temporary workers involved in constructing large-scale projects within renewable energy zones (REZs).
Regional housing
Supporting regional communities by providing around 270 new homes for key workers, and unlocking 127,000 regional homes.
Regulated water catchments
Our updated planning framework for protecting and managing our natural environment supports the community’s health, economic security and cultural identity.
Environment and heritage
As our population grows and our state develops, we have put plans in place to ensure that we protect the natural environment and heritage.
Innovative green hydrogen and ammonia project to cut emissions for Moree farms
Moree farms will soon be able to cut emissions with the region set to host an innovative green hydrogen and ammonia plant, powered by renewable energy, after the project was given the green light by the Minns Labor Government.
Protecting and restoring conservation land
The Cumberland Plain Conservation Plan commits to establishing new public reserves and private conservation land, connecting important areas of habitat and helping to restore degraded landscapes.
5 things you can do on your farm
The NSW government is making it easier for farmers to use their land for tourism activities such as farm experiences, cellar doors and farm stay accommodation.
Consultation and feedback
Preliminary Regional Issues Assessments summarise the key issues, opportunities and constraints associated with releasing areas for resource exploration.
Agritourism case studies
The NSW Government is making it easier for farmers to use their land for agritourism. The changes support sustainable tourism, giving people more reasons to visit regional and rural NSW.
Agritourism planning changes
The department is introducing clear planning definitions for agritourism in NSW to help farmers understand how they can use their land for new income streams.