Planning

News

After something specific?

Theme
Show all (7) Theme
View by
Published on: 01 Apr 2026
A bold new future has been set for Sydney Olympic Park, as both a world class sport and entertainment precinct and vibrant community with homes and jo...
NSW Government logo
Published on: 01 Apr 2026
Sydney Olympic Park Authority has prepared a master plan and rezoning proposal to support the growth of Sydney Olympic Park.
Aerial view of Sydney Olympic Park facilities and infrastructure. Credit: Sydney Olympic Park Authority
Published on: 30 Mar 2026
Western Sydney’s favourite swim spot, Penrith Beach, is opening for an extra day on the new Anzac Day public holiday and operating with extended hours...
NSW Government logo
Published on: 27 Mar 2026
We introduced Sydney and regional planning panels in 2009 to strengthen decision-making for regionally significant development applications.
NSW Government logo
Published on: 27 Mar 2026
Trees and vegetation that act as fuel for bushfires are permitted to be cleared in identified bushfire prone areas, without the need to get approval.
Landscape outside of Warialda, NSW. Credit: NSW Department of Planning and Environment / Neil Fenelon
Published on: 27 Mar 2026
Mandatory Local Planning Panels (LPPs) are in place for all councils in Sydney, Wollongong City, the Central Coast, Wingecarribee Shire and Lismore Ci...
NSW Government logo
Published on: 27 Mar 2026
Councils and planning panels will continue to be able to prepare bespoke conditions for site-specific issues that are not addressed by the standard co...
NSW Government logo
Published on: 27 Mar 2026
Guidance on window safety requirements in NSW, including rules that help prevent falls and ensure compliant, secure and child‑safe building design.
Large double-storey homes in a residential street in Cherrybrook, North West Sydney NSW. Credit: NSW Department of Planning and Environment / Adam Hollingworth
Published on: 27 Mar 2026
Learn about development assessment in the Alpine Region, including approval pathways and requirements under current planning policies and regulations.
Houses in Perisher Valley, NSW. Credit: Jaime Plaza Van Roon/DPHI