Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure

🎵🐟 The new Sydney Fish Market is hosting a free twilight New Wave Concert Series from 21 Feb with emerging Aussie artists live from 5–8pm. Fresh tunes, fresh seafood, perfect sunsets. 🌅🍤 More info: ow.ly/VRYL50YhWpx

Nine modern, affordable & energy-efficient apartments now in the NSW Housing Pattern Book 🏡 ✅ Flexible ✅ Easy to build ✅ Streamlined approvals ✅ Discounted for 6 months Explore: ow.ly/e2PX50Xxhvl

We’ve approved up to 10 cultural activation events each year at Royal Randwick Racecourse - unlocking $19M in cultural & economic value. From late 2026: 🎶 Concerts 🎨 Festivals 🏘️ Community events Read more at ow.ly/M13050Xi70o

The NSW Government has introduced a landmark Bill to Parliament, proposing once-in-a-generation planning reforms to fast-track housing delivery. We're building a system that's: 🚀 Faster 💡 Modernised 🏡 Outcomes-driven Learn more at ow.ly/Cbfb50WYvYl

A @BlueScope transformation project at Port Kembla is one step closer, with the release of a draft planning proposal. The plan aims to rezone 200 hectares of unused land into a high-tech precinct supporting up to 30,000 jobs in Wollongong. Read more at ow.ly/Aw8V50WSQTS

The Greenfield Development Company No 2 (GDC) Master Plan will unlock up to 1.4 million sqm of space, create over 10,000 jobs, deliver 115 hectares of green space, and boost freight access to Sydney's new airport. Have your say ow.ly/9ABh50WQ4Tx👈 📷 Terroir and GDC

The Faster Assessments Incentive Program rewards top-performing councils in growth areas to help deliver more homes, faster. Round 1 is now open delivering up to $67 million in infrastructure grants. Learn more at ow.ly/ToHw50WPlhp 👈

@aarongillett Hi Aaron, yes, we are launching mid-rise housing designs for the NSW Housing Pattern Book later this year. Mid-rise housing includes apartments ranging from 3 to 6 storeys. Find out more at planning.nsw.gov.au/government-arc…

@nswdphi The pattern book looks great, nice work. Any plans to include higher-density Paris/Berlin/Copenhagen-style designs for up to 6 storeys?

This August, Barangaroo is your wellness playground 🌿 Bootcamps, yoga sound baths, saunas and a 10th anniversary picnic. All free by Sydney Harbour. Move, connect, unwind. 🌿🧘💃 📅 Program: ow.ly/mGmk50WHlbj

🚧 Thinking of constructing a waterfront jetty? 🚧  Come and chat with us at the #SydneyBoatShow! We will give you all the intel on developing on waterfront Crown land. Find us in the Boating Safety Zone from 14-17 August 2025.

🦖 Celebrate #ScienceWeek with a fun, free family day out full of science and discovery with Greater Sydney Parklands. Lizard Log (Western Sydney Parklands) 10 August and Centennial Park 17 August. To learn more: ow.ly/JVFC50WArsE 👈

Thinking of hitting the road solo? 🚗🏕️ Reflections Holidays has seen a 21% rise in solo bookings, as people discover NSW at their own pace. Top Reflections holiday spots for soloing: Ballina, Urunga, Lake Burrendong, Burrinjuck Waters & Eden. 👉 ow.ly/1e4S50Wx5Zh

We’ve approved an $81.4M bioenergy facility in Sydney’s southwest that will turn organic waste into clean energy for one of Australia’s biggest brickmakers. Powered by @austral-bricks and @delorean-corporation, this project supports NSW’s net zero goals. ow.ly/Uoma50WwrFU

The first stage of the NSW Housing Pattern Book is live, featuring 8 sustainable low-rise designs that deliver affordability without compromise. Alongside the pattern book, a new 10-day approval pathway has been developed to fast-track these homes. ow.ly/2mar50WqkMF

After a $4.7M upgrade, the much-loved Wentworth caravan park (formerly Willow Bend) is back as Wanderer’s Crossing River Retreat! New amenities, landscaping, and power. Add it to your travel map! Learn more: ow.ly/vT3H50WqiZN

Have your say on proposed changes to exhibition timeframes. We’re proposing a minimum 14-day exhibition period for some residential State Significant Developments to speed up housing projects assessments while still making sure your voice is heard. ow.ly/5KG950WiLCs

Thanks to a $1 million grant from the NSW Government's Crown Reserves Improvement Fund, City of Newcastle will transform a historic building into a modern, accessible café. Find out more at ow.ly/oaLB50WguRW 👈

Nocturne is a FREE four-week music series at Barangaroo’s new Pier Pavilion. From 26 June to 19 July, enjoy unforgettable Thursday to Saturday nights. 👉 For more, visit: ow.ly/611r50WfRUY

The 2025-26 State Budget is here, and will focus on: ✅ Building homes for NSW ✅ Improving public spaces ✅ Encouraging investment and supporting innovation in NSW ✅ Supporting First Nations communities ✅Working with local government Read more at budget.nsw.gov.au

To assess and prioritise proposals under the Housing and Productivity Contribution scheme in a fair and competitive way, we've released a draft Works-in-Kind Guideline. It’s open for feedback until 17 July, and we want to hear from you! 👉 planningportal.nsw.gov.au/draftplans/exh…