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NSW Budget: Inclusive, safe and engaged communities

25 June 2026 The NSW Budget boosts health, aged care, arts and community services, while concerns remain about prevention funding and library support. Read More

NSW Budget: Resilience and emergency management

25 June 2026 The NSW Budget provides disaster recovery funding for damaged infrastructure, flood resilience measures and repairs to key flood management assets. Read More

NSW Budget: Environment and sustainability

25 June 2026 The NSW Budget invests in threatened species, biosecurity and energy transition projects, while questions remain over waste levy spending. Read More

NSW Budget: Roads and infrastructure

25 June 2026 The NSW Budget funds major road, transport and water infrastructure projects, but councils remain concerned about limited support for local water utilities. Read More

NSW Budget: Planning and housing

25 June 2026 The NSW Budget continues housing reforms, funding faster approvals, modern construction methods, social housing and regional housing delivery. Read More

NSW Budget: Financial sustainability

25 June 2026 LGNSW welcomes $470.1m to transfer RFS red fleet ownership from councils, while raising concerns about higher ESL costs and stagnant pensioner rate rebate funding. Read More

NSW Budget: Skills and workforce

25 June 2026 The NSW Budget invests in TAFE, skills and workforce development to help councils tackle shortages, strengthen regional workforces and train job-ready workers. Read More

Councils and unions unite to demand fairer funding

24 June 2026 Councils from every State and Territory have united with unions to warn Federal Parliament of a looming financial crisis that threatens the very survival of councils. Read More

Councils welcome boost for early childhood education workforce

18 June 2026 Federal funding supporting a 15% pay rise for early childhood educators will continue, helping councils attract and retain skilled staff. Read More

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