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.
Backyard water supplies to be used for bush fire emergencies
People living in bush fire-prone areas should notify their local firefighters of backyard water supplies such as swimming pools and dams that could be used in a bushfire emergency.
First Breakfast on the Bridge winners announced
6,000 ticket ballot winners who will get the chance to enjoy a picnic breakfast on Sydney’s iconic Bridge will begin to be notified from today.
NSW plunges further into drought
Despite heavy rain in coastal areas, the latest Government figures reveal 67.7% of NSW is now drought declared (up from 65.9%), Minister for Primary Industries Ian Macdonald said today.
NSW to trial hybrid buses
Minister for Transport David Campbell today announced the NSW Government would trial brand new 'green' technology buses.
New timetables start 11 October
CityRail is counting down to the start of the new 2009 timetable this Sunday 11 October when customers will benefit from more weekday train services
Finalists announced for NSW Tourism Awards
Minister for Tourism Jodi McKay today announced the finalists for the 2009 NSW Tourism Awards
$87 Million waiting to be claimed from estates
Attorney General John Hatzistergos said more than $34 million from deceased estates was given to unsuspecting beneficiaries in the last financial year, after they were tracked down by the NSW Trustee & Guardian.
Numbers add up on Green Slip price calculator
Finance Minister Joe Tripodi, said more than 19,000 people per week are getting the message to ‘shop around’ for their Green Slip thanks to the Motor Accident Authorities’ Green Slip Calculator.