Speeding up the planning system to get shovels in the ground sooner
The Minns Labor Government is continuing to slash red tape and speed up assessment times with the second proclamation that enacts reforms introduced through the NSW Planning Systems Reform Act 2025 enabling fast-tracked pathways that could halve assessment times.
Better planning decisions for Aboriginal communities
Two new groups have been established to speed up assessments, improve outcomes and unlock economic benefits for Aboriginal communities.
Connections – Central Coast Regional Plan 2041
The NSW Central Coast is part of a network of Aboriginal cultural heritage sites and places, connected by walking trails, routes and dreaming tracks.
People – North Coast Regional Plan 2041
The North Coast region provides a diversity of lifestyles – some seek the coastal townships and cities, while others enjoy the hinterlands.
Housing – North Coast Regional Plan 2041
We expect that over the next 20 years we will need a minimum of 41,300 extra homes to meet the needs of the growing population.
Delivering cool materials through planning controls
Although new technologies are rapidly emerging in this area, simple and cost-effective solutions are already available for cool roofing, walls and pavements.
Environment – Riverina Murray Regional Plan 2041
The Riverina Murray’s diverse environment is shaped around its waterways, many of which are protected for their biodiversity values and for residents and visitors to enjoy.
Economy – Riverina Murray Regional Plan 2041
The Riverina Murray is a prosperous region. Its premium agricultural land allows for a highly diversified economy. Irrigated agriculture remains significant, particularly in the west of the region.
Infrastructure – North Coast Regional Plan 2041
The North Coast’s transport infrastructure underpins its economic opportunities. It provides efficient and reliable access for residents, visitors and freight.
Reforms to planning to fast-track delivery of new public schools and health facilities
The Minns Labor Government is cutting red tape in the planning system today, announcing significant reform to fast-track the delivery of new and upgraded public schools and health facilities by up to eight months.