New rules for learner drivers
The pressure on parents to teach their children to drive is about to be eased under new rules announced. From December 19, one hour of structured driving tuition
Dangerous fire days ahead for NSW
NSW residents are warned to be prepared, with the searing temperatures over the next few
NSW schools become bilingual
Four NSW primary schools have been selected to become bilingual in Asian languages.
Berry hall wins world architecture award
The Berry Sport and Recreation Centre on the NSW South Coast has won an International design award at the prestigious World Architecture Festival in Barcelona.
NSW government leads the way in planning for sea level rise
The NSW Government has announced the next steps in it’s plan to respond to the future challenges of sea level rise, and how to protect coast communities.
First stage developments for Barangaroo
Two consortia have been invited to compete in the final phase of the process to select the developer for the first stage of Barangaroo, Sydney’s world benchmark city waterfront precinct.
Sydney's buses are now PrePay-only in the CBD
PrePay simply means purchasing a ticket before boarding the bus. No tickets are sold on board the bus.
Maritime online alert service launched
The NSW Government today launched a first in Maritime safety – an online alert system to help boat owners and rock fishermen prepare and plan a day out on or near the water. Mr Tripodi said the Maritime alert is based on official weather data and...
Exports defy world economic conditions
The NSW economy continues to defy global conditions with the latest trade figures showing strong growth in commodity and manufacturing exports.
Sydney farmers turn to texting to save water
A telephone SMS irrigation scheduling service using satellite information will be offered to landholders to help improve water use efficiency in the Hawkesbury Nepean Catchment, Minister for Primary Industries Ian Macdonald said today. “This is the...
If driving to the snow read these tips first
Driving in the snow can be challenging, especially if you are not used to the icy conditions. The following tips will help prepare you and your car for the trip.
Korean War Memorial unveiled
A memorial to the 340 Australian soldiers killed in the Korean War was officially unveiled at Moore Park on Sunday in front of a crowd of more than 600 people. The memorial recognises the Australian soldiers who successfully defended the cause of...
$19 million investment provides Perisher with ready made snow
This upgrade will result in a network of over 100 new automated snowmaking machines on popular runs in Happy Valley and on Mt Perisher.