It is high time Sydney had a high line to match Paris and New York City The vision of all those who have defended Sydney Harbour’s foreshores is reflected in the push to create a world-class attraction The Guardian - AU · May 23, 2023
Former NSW govt’s first-home buyer reforms stamped out The Perrottet government's signature stamp duty reform is likely headed for the chopping block as the government secures vital support from the cross bench. The New Daily · May 23, 2023
Former NSW govt's first-home buyer reforms stamped out The Perrottet government's signature stamp duty reform is likely headed for the chopping block as the government secures vital support from the cross bench. AAP · May 22, 2023
Opera House curtain call for luminary Barry Humphries The Sydney Opera House will host the state memorial for Barry Humphries where the life and career of the internationally acclaimed performer will be honoured. The New Daily · May 22, 2023
Death knell for NSW’s first-home buyer experiment Premier Chris Minns says Labor's proposed new tax concession scheme will benefit the majority of first-home buyers, with many paying no stamp duty at all. The New Daily · May 22, 2023
NSW government set to abolish first home buyer land tax choice Almost 5,000 properties are locked into the previous Coalition government's signature scheme since it started late last year, but from July 1 it will no longer exist. ABC News · May 21, 2023
Push for 'fairer' plan for NSW first-home buyers The majority of NSW first-home buyers would pay no stamp duty at all under the new Labor government's plans to replace the existing option of annual land tax. AAP · May 21, 2023
Gambling signage to be stripped from NSW pubs and clubs Terms such as "VIP Room" will be among those banned from signage under a promised NSW government crackdown on gaming room advertising. AAP · May 18, 2023
Clover Moore warns NSW government against sale of state-owned land Exclusive: Sydney’s lord mayor calls plan to sell unused parcels to develop housing ‘disappointing’ The Guardian - AU · May 18, 2023
NSW paramedics refuse patient transfers in 24-hour pay dispute row A 24-hour ban on transporting discharged patients from hospital will be in place in NSW as paramedics and patient transfer officers unite. The New Daily · May 17, 2023
Waterloo South public housing residents will be rehoused nearby after sale, NSW government pledges Exclusive: Tenants feel let down by Labor, but Chris Minns insists sale does not meet ‘definition of privatisation’ The Guardian - AU · May 16, 2023
NSW paramedics and transport service workers plan 24-hour strike Patients discharged from hospital in New South Wales are set to be without government transport home on Thursday as the health union increases pressure over wages. ABC News · May 16, 2023
Premier announces new building commission to regulate NSW construction industry The New South Wales government has fulfilled an election campaign promise to set up a building commission to oversee the construction industry. ABC News · May 16, 2023
Get comfortable with vertical housing, NSW Premier Chris Minns says Sydney is on the way up, with the NSW Premier calling for an end to the urban sprawl and a shift to more medium and high-rise housing. The New Daily · May 15, 2023
ABC News · May 14, 2023 Paediatric heart transplant service to open at Westmead children's hospital The state's first dedicated paediatric heart transplant service will open its doors at the Children's Hospital at Westmead in July.
The Guardian - AU · May 10, 2023 ‘Pouring fuel on the fire’: fear NSW’s move to ban secret rental bidding will drive prices up Proposal would force agents to disclose higher offers to other prospective tenants, resulting in ‘rental auctions’, says advocate
The Guardian - AU · May 10, 2023 NSW premier tells ministers not to directly respond to questions from MP Gareth Ward Chris Minns says committee will determine if the Kiama MP, charged with sexual assault, is again suspended from parliament
The Independent UK · May 9, 2023 Premier defends Sydney Opera House snub for Charles III coronation Premier says Opera House should honour Australians first and foremost
The Guardian - AU · May 9, 2023 NSW moves to end ‘secret’ rental bidding and bring in portable bonds scheme Exclusive: Premier Chris Minns says legislation will create a ‘fairer’ rental market by providing more certainty and flexibility
ABC News · May 8, 2023 NSW premier defends decision to keep Opera House sails unlit for King Charles's coronation More than 3 million Australians watched King Charles's coronation, with Parliament House among the many significant buildings across the country lit up, but those in Sydney remained in the dark.
The Guardian - AU · May 8, 2023 Royal drama at Sydney Opera House after refusal to light up sails for king’s coronation Government argues the financial burden would have been significant if the projection had gone ahead
The New Daily · May 8, 2023 No apology over Opera House sails coronation snub NSW Premier Chris Minns says the prohibitive cost of lighting up the Opera House was the reason he ditched plans to illuminate the sails for the coronation.
ABC News · May 7, 2023 Rent freezes off the table in NSW as new government focuses on bonds and bidding The New South Wales government is prioritising changes to the rental bond system and secret bidding as parliament resumes this week, but that is not the relief many tenants are desperate for.
The New Daily · May 5, 2023 NSW Premier Chris Minns’ job offer to Nationals mate sparks fury and division in Coalition A Nationals MP has been accused of contemplating treachery against the Coalition as he considers a lucrative role in the NSW parliament.
ABC News · May 3, 2023 'Consequences' flagged by New South Wales Nationals if Ben Franklin accepts upper house president role New South Wales Nationals leader Paul Toole says there will be repercussions if party member Ben Franklin accepts an upper house president role, offered to him by close friend Premier Chris Minns.