NSW disaster agency introduced amid floods NSW is introducing legislation to create a Reconstruction Authority to cut red-tape and help communities quickly rebuild after natural disasters. AAP · Nov 8, 2022
New South Wales taxi drivers accept $905 million government package NSW taxi drivers have approved a near-$1 billion compensation package, as the state also looks to scrap stamp duty for first home buyers. The New Daily · Nov 8, 2022
NSW taxi drivers accept $905m govt package The NSW government will attempt to pass legislation on taxi compensation and housing initiatives in the final sitting weeks before the March state election. AAP · Nov 7, 2022
Cashless cards punish gamblers: Clubs NSW The gaming industry says introducing cashless cards in NSW would punish punters and be a hallmark of a police state. AAP · Nov 7, 2022
Michael Pascoe: Will NSW’s political parties put people before donors? Don’t bet on it Will the NSW government get out from under the thumb of the gambling industry? Alan Kohler writes he's not betting on it. The New Daily · Nov 4, 2022
‘A nervous wait’: parts of regional NSW brace for worst flooding in 70 years The Lachlan River in Forbes is expected to exceed 10.8 metres by Friday night – a level not reached since 1952 The Guardian - AU · Nov 4, 2022
‘We need to change’: Dominic Perrottet says cashless gambling cards will be used in NSW Premier presses the case for the scheme despite a lack of commitment from Labor and the Nationals The Guardian - AU · Nov 3, 2022
Push to have wide-ranging NSW gaming probe A "moment of truth" has come for the major parties in NSW, key independents say, as the premier commits to building a cashless gaming card regime. AAP · Nov 3, 2022
NSW minister raises doubts over cashless gambling scheme that Dominic Perrottet is ‘in favour of’ Expert refutes suggestion by deputy premier Paul Toole that technology ‘not available to introduce’ The Guardian - AU · Nov 2, 2022
UK Agent-General Stephen Cartwright denies getting special treatment, inquiry calls on Dominic Perrottet NSW's UK Agent-General Stephen Cartwright tells a parliamentary inquiry his appointment to the $600,000 role was based on merit not on the fact former deputy premier John Barilaro referred him. ABC News · Nov 2, 2022
Dominic Perrottet asked to see shortlist for UK trade job despite previously denying involvement An email reveals then-NSW treasurer Dominic Perrottet wanted to meet with the shortlisted candidates for a lucrative UK trade role even though an independent recruitment process had already made a selection. ABC News · Oct 31, 2022
NSW govt spruik '63-year' land tax benefit NSW Treasury analysis says many first-home buyers who opt to pay annual land tax instead of upfront stamp duty will save money in the long run. AAP · Oct 31, 2022
Western Sydney boost as NSW election nears The NSW government has announced that $5 billion from the sale of a toll motorway will fund infrastructure in the state election battleground of western Sydney. AAP · Oct 30, 2022
Unite and conquer: how Alex Greenwich plans to make NSW more progressive ‘There’s never been a better time to be an independent,’ says Sydney MP celebrating 10 years in office The Guardian - AU · Oct 28, 2022
The New Daily · Oct 28, 2022 Michael Pascoe: NSW Crime Commission puts price on politicians’ heads The price the crime commission put on the politicians’ right to remain in public life remains, writes Michael Pascoe
ABC News · Oct 28, 2022 Northern Rivers flood buyback scheme offers residents fresh start, but some fear losing community Torn between the lure of safety and the pull of community, the buyback scheme brings hope to residents in flooded communities, but some fear losing their connections.
The Conversation · Oct 28, 2022 Labor retains large lead in Victorian Resolve poll four weeks from election; also leads in NSW The Victorian state election will be held in four weeks, on November 26. A Resolve poll for The Age, conducted October 20-24 from a sample of “more than 800”, gave Labor a 59-41 lead over the Coalition.
AAP · Oct 27, 2022 NSW flood victims criticise buyback scheme Northern NSW residents impacted by floods say they were not adequately consulted over the newly announced $520 million buyback package for homes.
The Guardian - AU · Oct 27, 2022 Flood-prone northern NSW homes to be targeted under $800m buyback scheme About 2,000 homes could be purchased or retrofitted under plan being announced by Anthony Albanese and Dominic Perrottet
The New Daily · Oct 27, 2022 Rescuers brave floods for special ‘Humpday’ rescue A camel who wandered off from her herd was saved by rescuers who braved the floods and took her to safety.
AAP · Oct 27, 2022 Variety of views on NSW opt-in land tax The NSW government wants to introduce an optional land tax for first-home buyers in January, but a parliamentary inquiry is examining the scheme first.
AAP · Oct 27, 2022 Vic, NSW unite for border hospital upgrade Facing elections, the Victorian and NSW governments have announced a $558 million redevelopment of a hospital bordering the two states.
The Guardian - AU · Oct 27, 2022 Perrottet and Andrews announce joint plan to overhaul Albury Base hospital NSW premier says $550m project to boost health in border region is a ‘great example of co-operation across political lines’
ABC News · Oct 27, 2022 Victoria and NSW governments commit to $558m redevelopment of Albury Base Hospital The New South Wales and Victorian governments have announced additional funding to deliver a $558 million redevelopment of Albury Base Hospital.
AAP · Oct 26, 2022 Perrottet seeks extra federal flood funds Further flood relief may be heading towards regional communities across inland NSW, as Premier Dominic Perrottet signals that an announcement is on the way.