The NSW and South Australian Governments announced a new mandatory condition of post-sentence supervision orders to improve community safety. NSW Attorney General Mark Speakman said new mandatory condition of post-sentence supervision orders will be introduced, which will require offenders to remain
Sydneysiders are invited to join the first Sydney Christmas program, which will include a new celebration in the city centre, concerts, pop-up choirs and shopping specials. Starting from Saturday 24 November, the Sydney Christmas program will take place for 30 days through to Christmas Eve. On Satur
Hundreds of apartment buildings and houses will join the City of Sydney’s first food scraps collection trial in mid-2019.The food scraps collection trial is part of the City’s Leave Nothing to Waste action plan that aims to divert more than 90 percent of waste from landfill by 2030. As part of the p
Sydney Lunar Festival will welcome tourists and performers from a wider range of multicultural communities than ever before, according to the City of Sydney. To celebrate the Year of the Pig, the Sydney Lunar Festival will welcome audiences from around the world, as well as Sydney’s multicultural Ch
The City of Sydney announced its draft late-night trading planning controls to jump start Sydney’s nightlife and economy.The proposals include extending 24-hour trading across the entire city centre, allowing shops, businesses and low-impact food and drink venues on high streets to trade until 2am,
The NSW Government announced its plans to establish a Special Commission of Inquiry into ice this week. Premier Gladys Berejiklian said the Special Commission of Inquiry into crystal methamphetamine will inquire into and report on the nature, prevalence and impact of ice in NSW. Moreover, the Commis
The University of Sydney will establish a second campus in Western Sydney as part of a leading international health, education and research precinct.Partnering with the NSW Government, the announced project is expected to attract more than 25,000 students and further drive its vision for a world-lea
The NSW Government will introduce a tougher maximum penalty for the offence of starting a bushfire. Premier Gladys Berejiklian said the Government will seek to increase the maximum jail sentence for NSW’s targeted bushfire offence from 14 years to 21 years. “Deliberately starting a bushfire is a sel
A new report revealed that Australians’ quality of diet across all age groups are poor.A report from the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW), Nutrition across the life stages, showed that Australians across different stages of life are not generally meeting Australia’s food and nutrien
A brand new Christmas festival will transform Sydney into a festive playground for the first time. The first ‘Christmas in the City’ will begin on Saturday 24 November, a new festival that would allow people to enjoy Sydney’s Christmas celebrations. "Our Christmas celebrations have grown in popular
Music Festival safety will be greatly improved with the implementation of the expert panel recommendations. The NSW Government announced that new licensing regime and laws will be introduced to improve safety at music festivals. Premier Gladys Berejiklian convened the expert panel following the trag
Sydneysiders are encouraged to join the one-night-only finale of this year’s Sydney Rides Festival. On Saturday 27 October, spooks, spokes and special effects will transform and illuminate Mrs Macquaries Road for a traffic-free Halloween street party for ghouls of all ages. Lord Mayor Clover Moore s
The NSW Government will recruit more specialist teachers to boost the number of students studying maths in the final years of school.Premier Gladys Berejiklian announced the new mathematics strategy which was launched to prepare for the STEM jobs of the future. “We have done well to encourage studen
The 2019 Vivid Sydney Expressions of Interest is now open, inviting submissions from individuals and organisations across the global creative community.NSW Minister for Tourism and Major events Adam Marshall encouraged artists and creators to submit their Expression of Interest (EOIs) for next year’
Tunnelling of Australia’s longest and deepest road tunnels, NorthConnex is now complete.Federal Minister for Cities, Urban Infrastructure and Population Alan Tudge said completion of NorthConnex means drivers can now travel between Newcastle and Melbourne without stopping at a single set of traffic
The NSW Government will introduce new laws to combat online stalking and intimidation offences. New laws will be designed to protect people from serious online abuse, ranging from serious cases of cyberbullying and trolling, through to the stalking and harassment of victims of domestic and personal
New drink driving legislation have passed NSW Parliament, imposing tougher penalties. Minister for Roads, Maritime and Freight Melina Pavey said there was a need for a “stronger deterrent”.“Last year 55 people lost their lives in alcohol related crashes and 81 people died in crashes involving someon
The Public is encouraged to provide their feedback on a new policy for busking.The City of Sydney is seeking ways to open up busking opportunities in more city locations and replace complex guidelines with clearer guidance.Through the new policy, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people will no
The NSW Government announced a $6 million grant to deliver hundreds of new preschool places across the State. Premier Gladys Berejiklian said the grants will be used to improve preschool infrastructure through renovation and extension of preschool facilities there is evidence of high need and growin
Primary and high school students are encouraged to take part in the Spring School Holiday Program this holiday.The City of Sydney announced its holiday program which provide diverse activities ranging from building robots and creative workshops to cinema excursions and cycling adventures. “I encoura