Tools
Check the suitability of a new road name
Before you propose a road name, check whether it's suitable by using our road name evaluation tool.
Look up a place name
Use our place name search to find the history, origin, meaning and pronunciation of places in NSW.
Find a suburb
Use our suburb search to view an interactive map of the suburb/locality extent and surrounds.
Access our proposal system – for registered users
Log in to our system to propose a name or check your proposal's progress.
Policy
Address policy and user manual
Find all the policies and guidelines for addressing in NSW.
Place naming policy
The principles that guide our duty to accurate and consistent naming.
Resources
Browse all of the GNB's guides, factsheets and policies.
Information
How places are named
Learn about the role of the GNB in place naming, and who can propose names.
Aboriginal place naming
Read about how to get started if you'd like to propose an Aboriginal name.
GNB board meeting dates
Meet the board, and find information on upcoming board meetings.