NSW Government News

Sydney CBD buses are now PrePay only

Mon, 10 Aug 2009 00:44:00 GMT

Sydney's CBD buses have been converted to PrePay-only between 7am and 7pm on weekdays.

Maritime online alert service launched

Mon, 03 Aug 2009 04:56:39 GMT

Ports and Waterways Minister Joe Tripodi today launched a first in Maritime safety, an online alert system to help boat owners and rock fishermen prepare and plan a day out on or near the water.

Sydney farmers turn to texting to save water

Fri, 31 Jul 2009 00:41:19 GMT

A telephone SMS irrigation scheduling service using satellite information will be offered to landholders to help improve water use efficiency in the Hawkesbury Nepean Catchment, Minister for Primary Industries Ian Macdonald said today.

NSW exports defy world economic conditions

Thu, 30 Jul 2009 03:37:51 GMT

The NSW economy continues to defy global conditions with the latest trade figures showing strong growth in commodity and manufacturing exports.

Driving to the snow? Read these tips first

Wed, 29 Jul 2009 01:52:22 GMT

Driving in the snow can be challenging, especially if you are not used to the icy conditions. The following tips will help prepare you and your car for the trip.

Footrot controlled in NSW after 20 year battle

Wed, 29 Jul 2009 00:20:32 GMT

Sheep flocks in NSW are now essentially free of virulent footrot after twenty years of hard work by producers, Livestock Health and Pest Authorities (LHPAs) and the Department of Primary Industries (DPI) in implementing the NSW Footrot Strategic Plan, Min

Korean War Memorial Unveiled

Tue, 28 Jul 2009 04:16:59 GMT

A memorial to the 340 Australian soldiers killed in the Korean War was officially unveiled at Moore Park on Sunday in front of a crowd of more than 600 people, said Minister Assisting the Premier on Veterans' Affairs Graham West.

$19 million investment provides Perisher with ready made snow

Mon, 27 Jul 2009 05:05:23 GMT

Perisher will officially launch the final stage of a $19 million, three year expansion of their snowmaking facilities today.

New home for Tassie devils at Taronga Zoo

Fri, 24 Jul 2009 04:39:45 GMT

Taronga Zoo has gone to tender with a plan to build a new exhibit for Tasmanian devils which will greatly increase awareness of this iconic native animal's plight.

Minister encourages households to keep ballooning heating bills down

Tue, 21 Jul 2009 00:15:28 GMT

NSW households are being urged to reduce their energy use and save money on their power bills by being heat smart this winter.

Tough new rules for car hoons

Fri, 17 Jul 2009 05:28:50 GMT

Minister for Roads Michael Daley today announced that car hoons who raise or lower their cars' suspension will have to meet tough new rules.

Athletes of all abilities welcome at Sydney 2009 World Masters Games

Fri, 17 Jul 2009 05:15:05 GMT

Minister for Tourism Jodi McKay today encouraged sportspeople with a disability to register for the world's largest multi-sport event, the Sydney 2009 World Masters Games.

Zero tolerance for leaving kids in cars

Wed, 15 Jul 2009 04:50:17 GMT

As the school holidays begin, Minister for Community Services Linda Burney today issued a strong warning to parents: leaving children unsupervised in cars is dangerous and is a crime.

$2 million for gambling research and counselling

Tue, 14 Jul 2009 06:15:16 GMT

The Rees Government has allocated $1.45 million to Gambling Research Australia (GRA) to continue a comprehensive national gambling research program for another five years.

NETS helps more than 50,000 children in 30 years

Thu, 09 Jul 2009 06:25:44 GMT

The Newborn and paediatric Emergency Transport Service (NETS) is today celebrating 30 years of providing life saving services for tens of thousands of children and their families.

More bus drivers than ever before

Wed, 08 Jul 2009 07:44:24 GMT

Government investment in buses had led to a 48% increase in the number of bus drivers recruited over the last two years.

New CityRail timetable now available online

Wed, 08 Jul 2009 07:12:52 GMT

CityRail passengers to go online and view the new 2009 Timetable so they can start getting prepared for its introduction in October.

New beginning for volunteer marine rescue in NSW

Tue, 07 Jul 2009 05:05:17 GMT

Ports and Waterways Minister Joe Tripodi today ushered in a new era in volunteer marine rescue services with the official launch of Marine Rescue NSW.

Performers to get better deal

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 02:10:01 GMT

Regulatory Reform Minister Joe Tripodi today called on actors, musicians, models, dancers and other performers in NSW to have their say in an important industry review.

Tips for choosing early education services for your children

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 02:07:21 GMT

Minister for Community Services Linda Burney today urged parents who want to enroll their children in early education before they start 'big' school, to do so now.

Government donates two million to help rebuild Wayside Chapel

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 01:40:05 GMT

The NSW Government is providing two million dollars to the Wayside Chapel to help them rebuild their facilities

Higher town water restrictions requested for Murray Valley

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 04:34:47 GMT

The NSW Department of Water and Energy has requested all Murray and Murrumbidgee Councils and water supply authorities adopt level 4 restrictions at the commencement of 2009/10 water year.

July 1 NSW Budget initiatives

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 02:22:12 GMT

Treasurer Eric Roozendaal said three key NSW Budget initiatives come into effect from today.

Tough new tobacco laws begin today

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 01:20:20 GMT

Tough new anti-tobacco laws banning drivers smoking in cars when a child or passenger under the age of 16 is present come into effect today.

Sydneysiders to start shaping the futre of Western Sydney harbour today

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 05:21:36 GMT

The most interactive consultation process in NSW Government history starts today, and will help inform the future uses of land and foreshore west of the Sydney Harbour Bridge.

NSW Budget 2009-10

Tue, 16 Jun 2009 04:37:12 GMT

The NSW Government is delivering a $62.9 billion building program over the next four years - the largest infrastructure investment in NSW history.

Community Building Partnership

Tue, 16 Jun 2009 02:35:21 GMT

The NSW Government's $35 million Community Building Partnership program will support local jobs, stimulate growth and improve community facilities.

Swine Flu update

Mon, 04 May 2009 05:20:15 GMT

Human cases of a new form of influenza virus (H1N1 Influenza 09) have been identified in several countries including Australia.

NSW Nation Building and Jobs Plan Taskforce

Tue, 10 Mar 2009 23:32:30 GMT

Key milestones are regularly being achieved in the delivery of the Commonwealth's Nation Building and Jobs Plan package.

RailCorp Customer Service Improvement Program

Mon, 27 Oct 2008 05:34:49 GMT

RailCorp has already commenced work to implement a range of key recommendations from a recent report by the Boston Consulting Group.

Rees to shake up Sydney Ferry Services

Mon, 27 Oct 2008 05:31:21 GMT

Premier Nathan Rees today announced that the Government would take control of the State Owned Corporation responsible for Sydney Ferries.

Rail Maintenance Review Report

Mon, 27 Oct 2008 05:28:32 GMT

Today, Transport Minister David Campbell released the October 2007 report by former Qantas maintenance expert Keith Clark into Rail Maintenance practices in RailCorp maintenance yards.