Repairing damage and restoring power after two waves of storms
Power has now been restored to around 300,000 homes, businesses and other properties which were blacked out when severe storms swept across NSW, and energy crews and NSW State Emergency Service volunteers are working hard to connect the remaining 8,600 customers.
Making Central Coast beaches safer this summer
People wanting to enjoy the surf on Central Coast beaches this Australia Day Long Weekend will do so more safely thanks to the Minns Labor Government’s fast-tracked installation of emergency response beacons (ERBs).
One million safe drivers rewarded with a demerit point removed
One million drivers who remained offence-free on the road over the past 12 months are being rewarded for their contribution to safety with a demerit point scrubbed from their licence.
NSW Government welcomes PEP-11 decision
The Minns Labor Government welcomes Commonwealth Minister for Industry and Science Ed Husic’s decision to refuse an amendment of work program and time for Petroleum Exploration Permit 11 (PEP-11) in Commonwealth waters off the coast of NSW between Newcastle and Sydney.
Great Australian artists to entertain NSW seniors at Premier’s Gala Concerts
Thousands of NSW Seniors are set to be entertained by Todd McKenney, Rob Mills, Tarryn Stokes and Prinnie Stevens at this year’s Premier’s Gala Concerts, with free tickets available early next month.
Sydney Marathon ballot overrun with international entries
The Sydney Marathon’s elevation to World Marathon Major status has led to a surge in demand from international runners, with its first ever ballot attracting more than 79,000 applications for a coveted 35,000 positions on the starting line on August 31.
Better Bus services begin to connect North-West Sydney residents to Metro
As summer holidays come to an end, North-West Sydney residents can look forward to more buses, more often with a New Year timetable shakeup.
$1 billion to build critical Western Sydney infrastucture
Today the Albanese and Minns Labor Governments are taking another important step in building Australia’s future, announcing $1 billion to better connect Western Sydney to the word.
Royal Hotel reigns as most popular NSW pub name
The most popular names for NSW pubs have been revealed, with Royal Hotel taking the top spot as the most common watering hole in 2025.
Disaster support for Port Stephens, Maitland, and the Snowy Valleys after severe storms
The Albanese and Minns Governments are supporting communities in the Maitland, Port Stephens, and Snowy Valleys Local Government Areas (LGAs) following severe thunderstorms and intense rainfall that impacted the regions between January 15 and January 17.