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Published on: 16 Mar 2026
We have developed a statewide natural hazards package that encourages councils to consider natural hazard risks during strategic land-use planning.
Oxley Highway at sunset. Liverpool Plains, NSW. Credit: NSW Department of Planning and Environment / Neil Fenelon
Published on: 16 Mar 2026
The land-use planning system plays an important role in creating communities that are resilient to chronic stresses and episodic shocks.
Hikers at Gerrin Point Lookout with view onto Maitland Bay in Bouddi National Park, near Woy Woy NSW. Credit: NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure/Don Fuchs
Published on: 16 Mar 2026
Local Planning Panels make independent, transparent decisions on development proposals to ensure good planning outcomes for communities.
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Published on: 11 Mar 2026
The Cumberland Plain Conservation Plan commits to establishing new public reserves and private conservation land, connecting important areas of habita...
Natural vegetation in the Cumberland Plains. Credit: Greg Steenbeeke
Published on: 10 Mar 2026
The Minns Labor Government has revealed details of the proposed Burwood North Metro state led rezoning which could unlock up to 18,300 new homes and 3...
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Published on: 09 Mar 2026
Moree farms will soon be able to cut emissions with the region set to host an innovative green hydrogen and ammonia plant, powered by renewable energy...
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Published on: 09 Mar 2026
The State Environmental Planning Policy (Vegetation in Non-Rural Areas) 2017 (Vegetation SEPP) commenced in New South Wales on 25 August 2017.
Vegetation in Cumberland area. Credit: Greg Steenbeek
Published on: 09 Mar 2026
As our population grows and our state develops, we have put plans in place to ensure that we protect the natural environment and heritage.
Carriageworks precinct in North Eveleigh, Redfern, Sydney CBD NSW. Credit: NSW Department of Planning and Environment / Salty Dingo
Published on: 04 Mar 2026
The Government Architect NSW works across government, private sector and community to improve social, environmental and economic outcomes for NSW.
The Government Architect NSW team who improve built-environment outcomes for NSW. Credit: Government Architect NSW