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Information on coastal and marine management in NSW, including policies, programs and guidance that support resilient, healthy and sustainable coastlines.

The Coastal Lands Protection Scheme, which began in 1973, brings significant coastal lands into public ownership and supports the care and management of these lands.

The NSW Coastal Design Guidelines provide a framework on how to protect this natural resource and can be used by councils, developers and anyone involved in designing coastal places.

The department is a member of the NSW Marine Estate Management Authority, which coordinates policies and programs for improving the state’s marine environment.

The Building Sustainability Index (BASIX) is a sustainability assessment tool used to reduce the environmental impact of new residential buildings in NSW.

The Minns Labor Government has unveiled the designs of a new park at Kellyville and released the first $90 million of infrastructure grants from a $520 million investment in the Transport Oriented Development (TOD) Accelerated Precincts.

Transport Oriented Development encourages sustainable, mixed-use development around transport nodes. It aims to create vibrant and walkable communities.

Funding and infrastructure delivery is a key part of planning for the community and the department aims to provide correct infrastructure at the right time.

The Independent Advisory Panel for Underground Mining has been established to give scientific advice about underground coal mining proposals.

The Independent Expert Advisory Panel for Energy Transition comprises an independent chair and experts in the fields of ecology, roads and traffic and additional expertise as required.