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Building materails are a major contributor to the urban heat island effect as heat is readily absorbed and stored in the built environment.

Both strategic plans and planning controls have a role to play in creating cooler places and can be used to set strategic directions for heat mitigation.

Urban structure is commonly considered in the master planning and strategic planning phases of new precincts and also orientation, spacing and ventilation.

Development control plans are a key tool councils use to recognise the significant role that tree canopy and vegetation play in urban cooling.

While BASIX sets out minimum water efficiency standards for new homes, councils can consider complimentary controls to retain water in the landscape and enhance cooling.

Although new technologies are rapidly emerging in this area, simple and cost-effective solutions are already available for cool roofing, walls and pavements.

The NSW Government has given planning approval for a major refurbishment of BlueScope’s 60-year-old Plate Mill to strengthen production, stimulate the state’s economy, and create new local jobs.

Your land may be home to rare and important native trees and plants not found anywhere else in Australia or the world. We need your help to preserve it. 

The NSW Government and the City of Newcastle are seeking community feedback on a new shared vision for the Broadmeadow Regionally Significant growth precinct in the Hunter region.

Today the NSW Government and Shoalhaven City Council will together invest $10.35 million to fast-track infrastructure supporting the delivery of 2,000 new homes for the West Nowra community.