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Critical water infrastructure to unlock thousands of new homes in Wilton

The NSW Government is moving ahead with critical water and wastewater works to support housing growth in the community of Wilton in Sydney’s south-west.

The Minns Labor Government is committed to delivering the homes, the infrastructure, and the essential services communities need as part of one plan.

Wilton Stage 2 will enable water and wastewater services for about 4,000 new homes in the area, doubling the total servicing capacity across Wilton to around 8,000 homes and businesses.

This investment builds on major work already underway, ensuring essential water and wastewater infrastructure keeps pace with population growth, allowing more families to move to one of the state’s key growth areas.

Sydney Water has already begun construction in Wilton Stage 1, which is upgrading the existing Wilton Water Resource Recovery Facility and building new pumping stations, reservoirs and pipelines.

In another major delivery milestone, Sydney Water has awarded Haslin Constructions the contract to upgrade the Wilton Water Resource Recovery Facility.

The upgrade will significantly increase local wastewater treatment capacity to support future growth while helping reduce truck movement through the area.

Stage 2 is now in the early planning and design phase with planning and pre-delivery activities underway, including partnering with NSW Government property developer Landcom on its North Wilton development. Stage 1 works are on track for completion at the end of 2027.

This is part of the Minns Labor Government’s plan to build better communities by delivering homes alongside essential infrastructure and services.

NSW Minister for Water, Rose Jackson:

“We need and want more homes but they can’t be built without the essential pipes and pumps that support them.

“For too long, a lack of investment in essential infrastructure has created headaches for housing growth. Our government is doing things differently.

“We are making sure water and wastewater services keep pace with demand, giving thousands more families an opportunity to call Wilton home.”

Member for Wollondilly Judy Hannan:

“I acknowledge this is a significant milestone for this growing community in Wollondilly. A long-standing problem with housing growth in areas with inadequate but necessary water and sewer services has been solved.

“The community can look forward to another Wilton infrastructure project moving from planning stage to construction stage. When completed, this essential sewer infrastructure project will put an end to Wilton Green residents having their have sewerage collected and transported out by trucks.

“Also, this exciting announcement will have capacity to service new home approvals in the future to about 8,000 new homes in total across the three estates in Wilton.”

Sydney Water Managing Director, Darren Cleary:

“Sydney Water Managing Director Darren Cleary said Stage 1 work was already taking shape across Wilton while planning and pre-delivery activities progress for the next stage of growth.

“Wilton is growing quickly and we’re working hard to deliver the infrastructure required to support that growth now and well into the future,” Mr Cleary said.

“Five new reservoirs are nearing completion, a new pumping station is about to be commissioned, and Wilton High School will be connected to our network ahead of its opening.

“We’re also supplying recycled water to the high school grounds, Hannaford Oval and Bingara Gorge Golf Course to help keep these important community spaces green, while making better use of our water resources.

“The next stage of our work will expand water, wastewater and recycled water servicing to support around 4,000 more homes and provide greater certainty for Wilton’s continued growth.”

Innovation in women’s sport rewarded

Sixteen NSW sporting organisations will share in $500,000 to deliver 19 projects aimed at getting more women and girls into sport and keeping them there as part of the Minns Labor Government’s four-year Play Her Way strategy to help women and girls get into sport and stay in it.

The projects will build career pathways, drive inclusive cultures, and lift participation for women and girls across NSW.

Grants of $3,000 to $45,000 were awarded to NSW State Sporting Organisations and State Sporting Organisations for People with Disability across four funding streams. Applicants could also partner with academies or organisations already working with women, girls, and under-represented communities to deliver their projects.

Projects funded through the Play Her Way Innovation Program include:

Triathlon NSW received $45,000 for Tri Her Way, a women-led digital triathlon club that will create a safe, inclusive and connected online community where young women can build skills, connect with others and participate in the sport.

NSW Rugby Union received $44,983 for Rugby Her Way, a female-focused participation and development program designed by women to support new and returning players while building the skills and confidence of players and coaches.

Motorsport Australia received $45,000 for AccelerateHER NSW: A Connected Pathway for Girls in Motorsport, delivering school programs, mentoring opportunities and a regional rally school to encourage more girls and young women—particularly first-time and regional participants—to get involved in motorsport.

Athletics NSW received $5,000 for Her Track, Her Career, creating a structured internship program to provide young women with career pathways and practical experience in the sports industry.

Volleyball NSW received $45,000 for CoachHer, a flexible leadership and coach development program that will support more women to become coaches through inclusive and hybrid training opportunities.

For further information, including the list of recipients visit: https://www.nsw.gov.au/grants-and-funding

Minister for Sport Steve Kamper said:

“The Play Her Way Innovation Program is helping more women and girls access the opportunities, support and pathways they need to participate and thrive in sport.”

“This funding will help sporting organisations test new ideas, create more welcoming environments and open up more opportunities for women and girls to get involved and stay involved.

“The Play Her Way Innovation Program is about giving sporting organisations the tools to make lasting change, so the next generation of women and girls can see a place for themselves in every part of sport.”

Minister for Women Jodie Harrison said:

“The Minns Labor Government is working to empower women and girls to participate in sport at all levels.

“It’s great to see so many different organisations receiving the Play Her Way grants so that together we can develop inclusive cultures and remove barriers across sport for women and girls.

“These projects will provide safe and supportive environments for

them to not just participate but develop into coaching and leadership positions.”

Triathlon NSW CEO Adam Wicks said:

“We are incredibly grateful to the NSW Government for supporting innovative approaches that help more women and girls connect with triathlon.

“This funding will enable us to create a women-led digital triathlon club specifically designed for women aged 16-25, providing a safe, flexible and supportive community that overcomes many of the traditional barriers to participation.

“All the benefits of a the traditional ‘membership’ with the added benefits of being online and virtual, creating online communities.

“Importantly, the initiative will be shaped by the very women it aims to support.

“We know that participation looks different for everyone, particularly for young women balancing work, study, family and other commitments.

“By leveraging technology and online engagement, we can create stronger connections, build confidence, and belong, and provide new pathways for more women to discover and thrive in our sport.”

ABC digs below its usual sewer level

Just when you thought the far-left media couldn’t sink any lower, the ABC has plumbed new depths of depravity by featuring – and refusing to take down or apologise for – a short film depicting some idiot’s perverted fantasy of torturing Gina Rinehart.

Why the hell are taxpayers still funding the ABC when it permits and even defends this sort of vile behaviour?

It’s just the latest controversy to hit the heavily biassed and completely unaccountable ABC, giving more impetus to calls to defund the so-called ‘national broadcaster’.

One Nation’s policy will withdraw taxpayer funding for the ABC’s operations in large markets already saturated with media organisations across the political spectrum, while continuing to fund some of the ABC’s operations in regional, rural and remote areas where there is a significantly reduced commercial media presence. If people in the cities want to consume ABC material, they’ll have to pay a subscription.

We expect this will save Australian taxpayers up to a billion dollars per year.

In days long past, the ABC used to set the benchmark in unbiased, objective news and current affairs. Somewhere along the line, things changed for the worse. The ABC has lost its social licence, lost much of its audience, and thrown away any claim to integrity.

Australia advances AUKUS capability with dry dock design appointment

AUKUS is taking another important step, with the Albanese Government selecting a designer for the submarine contingency dry dock capability in support of Australia’s conventionally-armed, nuclear-powered submarine fleet.

Leidos Gibbs and Cox Australia has been selected to lead the preliminary design for a contingency dry dock, which will be established in Western Australia to support our future nuclear-powered submarine capability.

This announcement reflects the Albanese Government’s considered approach to delivering this capability and forms part of the Government’s broader investment in Western Australia across HMAS Stirling and the Henderson Defence Precinct for sovereign shipbuilding and the sustainment of our surface vessels and submarines.

Selecting the designer to provide floating dry dock design services will ensure Australia is ready to undertake critical repairs and maintenance for the nation’s future nuclear-powered submarines from the early 2030s, ahead of the requirement to conduct submarine depot-level maintenance from the late 2030s.

This contingency dry dock capability is a critical pre-condition of Australia receiving its first Virginia class submarine and will provide a critical contingency capability for Australia and its partners.

These vital maintenance capabilities will be established in accordance with domestic processes and regulatory requirements, and consistent with Australia’s international obligations to maintaining the highest standards for nuclear safety, security and safeguards.

In addition to supporting a strong, sovereign industrial base, a contingency dry dock capability will play a vital role in ensuring Australia can sustain and operate its future submarine fleet and work with our partners in the United States and the United Kingdom to support security and stability across the Indo-Pacific region.

This design work is underpinned by the Albanese Government’s investment of an initial $12 billion to deliver the Defence Precinct at Henderson which, alongside the Government’s record investments in AUKUS and shipbuilding, will support 10,000 direct jobs over the next two decades in Western Australia.

Deputy Prime Minister, Richard Marles:

“AUKUS is delivering the capabilities Australia needs to keep our nation safe.

“The contingency dry dock capability is a critical step in building a sovereign submarine sustainment system.

“This investment ensures Australia will have the infrastructure, workforce and industrial capability required to support our future nuclear-powered submarines.”

Minister for Defence Industry, Pat Conroy:

“AUKUS is happening right now.

“The development of infrastructure at Henderson will position Western Australia at the centre of our submarine sustainment enterprise.

“This is another example of AUKUS delivering long-term industrial capability and highly skilled jobs for Australians.”

Australian pineapple growers fear import risks could cost them

The Coalition is demanding Labor stop its attack on Australian farmers, amid growing concerns that Labor could be putting Queensland’s crucial pineapple industry at risk.

Leader of The Opposition Angus Taylor said it was deeply concerning to hear from farmers who are worried about Labor’s new proposal to import pineapples from all areas of India and Indonesia into Australia.

With the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry’s draft report now open for public consultation, until 14 September, Mr Taylor said it was important the concerns of local growers were heard.

“Australia should support trade where it is safe and fair, however, new pineapple imports should not be approved until the science has been independently tested, the final conditions are clear and Australian growers are protected from biosecurity harm,” Mr Taylor said.

“The Coalition will always back our crucial agriculture industry and ensure their voices are heard – that’s why today’s meeting with local growers in Hervey Bay is so important.”

Leader of The Nationals Matt Canavan said Australia’s pineapple industry is overwhelmingly dependent on the domestic market, with only about eight tonnes of fresh or dried pineapple exported in 2024.

“Growers have told me today, they have no meaningful alternative market if additional imports displace Australian fruit or reduce domestic prices,” Mr Canavan said.

“Even modest import volumes could have a commercial effect if they arrive during peak Queensland production, particularly when growers are already facing rising input, labour and freight costs.”

Member for Hinkler David Batt said all Australian pineapples are grown in Queensland, especially in the electorate of Hinkler.

“The pineapple industry is already experiencing higher labour, fuel, freight, fertiliser, electricity and compliance costs, and even modest import volumes could place further pressure on our growers,” Mr Batt said.

“Growers are also asking whether or not imported pineapples would face the same labour, chemical, environmental and compliance costs as Australian growers.”

Pineapple Growers Association Australia chair Scott Maxwell said every year, more than 35 million pineapples are grown across Queensland, valued at around $80 million, so protecting the industry is crucial.

“We realise fair trade has to happen, but the issue we have is that they have identified numerous pests they have over there, and we no longer have the chemicals available to us in Australia to deal with those pests,” Mr Maxwell.

“They have identified mealy bugs, scale insects and thrips overseas, which an enormous concern. The biggest issue is that we don’t have a chemical registered to control them.”

Fraser Coast pineapple grower Col Hawken said being a small industry, local growers don’t have the money or resources to stop pests.

“If pineapples come into Australia from overseas and we don’t have chemicals to combat it, that’s it, we will be finished,” Mr Hawken said.

“It might be low risk, but to us, any risk, to any commodity, is simply too much risk to have.”

Council adopts 10-year roadmap to shape Newcastle’s cultural future

City of Newcastle will work with the NSW Government to assess options for long-term affordable access to creative spaces for artists, makers and cultural organisations.

The action is a priority under the new Cultural Plan 2026-2036, which was unanimously adopted at last night’s council meeting.

Upstage at the Playhouse production Karma Kafe Civic Theatre’s Upstage at the Playhouse is one of the current City of Newcastle programs supporting the city’s cultural sector. Pictured here is the production of Karma Kafe being performed at the Playhouse in 2025. Photo credit: Elena Gan

The plan will guide City of Newcastle’s commitment to local arts, culture and creative industries during the next decade.

Lord Mayor Gavin Morris said nurturing Newcastle’s creative soul was essential as it continued to grow and develop into a vibrant global city.

“Culture is not simply entertainment. It shapes how our neighbourhoods feel, how we relate to our past and how young people imagine their future,” Cr Morris said.

“This plan supports practical action, from affordable creative space and stronger support for local artists to investment in live music, nightlife and community infrastructure.

“It recognises that creativity happens across the whole city and commits to creating opportunities for communities across Newcastle’s suburbs.”

By 2036, the plan aims to deliver a city where First Nations leadership is embedded throughout cultural life, where culture is accessible in every neighbourhood and where artists can sustain careers locally.

It is split into a series of short, medium and long-term goals, and clarifies City of Newcastle’s role as a champion, advocate or enabler of those actions.

Community and Culture Strategic Advisory Committee Chair, Councillor Jenny Barrie said extensive industry consultation had grounded the plan in lived experience.

“We worked with more than 70 stakeholders to understand the opportunities, pressures and real-world conditions experienced every day by cultural workers, organisations, communities and Traditional Custodians,” Cr Barrie said.

“What we heard most often was the need for more accessible spaces, more sustainable pathways, stronger inclusion, and a cultural identity that appropriately represents the city.

“The final plan provides a shared vision and clear pathway to ensure Newcastle remains a city of storytellers, enriched by the many histories, cultures and communities that call Newcastle home.”

The plan responds to feedback received throughout the public exhibition, including the need for more affordable and fit-for-purpose places to create, rehearse, perform, gather and share work.

This includes progressing discussions with the NSW Government into the feasibility of a Creative Land Trust, that would acquire, hold and manage land and buildings in perpetuity for creative use.

City of Newcastle is one of only two councils in the state working with the government to safeguard cultural floor space in this way.

Other short-term actions in the plan include trialling a new microgrant program to support small-scale creative and community-led activity, championing the development of an annual creative summit and partnering with the independent sector to increase year-round cultural activity in the western suburbs.

The plan recognises the enduring cultural leadership of the Awabakal and Worimi peoples and commits to ensuring First Nations knowledge, stories and connection to place continue to inform Newcastle’s cultural future.

The adopted Cultural Plan 2026-2036 can be viewed on City of Newcastle’s website.

Major exhibition scores hometown debut for globally recognised artist

When Newcastle plays host to The Matildas this September, the performance won’t happen in front of a stadium packed with football fans – but on the walls of Newcastle Art Gallery.

The 23-minute video work will make its NSW gallery debut alongside a world-first exhibition, Muse, which surveys 20 years of art practice by globally recognised Newcastle-based artist Angela Tiatia.

Image from The Matildas, 2025 work by Angela Tiatia Still from Angela Tiatia The Matildas 2025. National Portrait Gallery of Australia. Commissioned with funds provided by Tim Fairfax AC and the Commonwealth Bank of Australia.

Newcastle Art Gallery Director Lauretta Morton OAM said the exhibition will immerse audiences in the largest presentation to date of Tiatia’s visually luscious and politically incisive work.

“Angela Tiatia is one of the most vital voices in contemporary Australian art, and we’re incredibly proud to present the first major survey of her career here in Newcastle, the city she now calls home,” Ms Morton said.

“We are thrilled to pair this survey with her extraordinary 2025 portrait, The Matildas, giving our audiences a rare chance to see the wide breadth of her incredible practice in one place.”

Featuring video, photography and installation, Angela Tiatia: Muse will bring together Tiatia’s most significant works from public and private collections across Australia, celebrating her poetic considerations of climate, capitalism, and colonisation.

The exhibition traces the arc of the Sāmoan/Australian artist’s multi-disciplinary career, from her earliest practice in which she turned the camera on herself as subject, through to grander-scale works incorporating larger, ensemble casts.

Works on display in the ticketed exhibition include Hibiscus rosa sinensis, 2010, which Tiatia refers to as her first major work as a professional artist, transposing Mexican poet Enrique González Martínez’s rejection of imported European Romantic tradition onto a Pacific frame of reference rejecting Western-constructed images of Polynesia.

The pearl, 2021, was commissioned by the Art Gallery of New South Wales in response to an exhibition of works by French artist Henri Matisse, while Narcissus, 2019, uses a cast of 40 to reimagine the Greco-Roman myth of a young man who falls in love with his own reflection, to reflect on global selfie culture fueled through social media.

Narcissus by Angela Tiatia Angela Tiatia, Narcissus (still), 2019, single-channel 2K high definition video. Image courtesy the artist and Sullivan+Strumpf, Sydney © the artist

Tiatia said looking back across two decades of work has been an opportunity to reflect on the enduring questions that have shaped her practice.

“While each work responds to a particular moment, together they speak to a sustained engagement with systems of power and the complexities of our shared histories,” Tiatia said.

“It’s a privilege to present this exhibition in Newcastle, and to share it with audiences alongside The Matildas, a work that celebrates collective strength and the power of representation.”

Newcastle Art Gallery will also present the first gallery showing of The Matildas, 2025, outside the National Portrait Gallery.

Filmed across three continents, five cities and seven shoots, the 23-minute video portrait captures the presence, emotion and mental focus of all 23 players from the CommBank Matildas FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 Squad, including Newcastle’s own Emily van Egmond and Clare Wheeler.

The video portrait celebrates a pivotal moment in Australian sporting history, capturing moments of connection, strength and emotion in an unmissable cinematic experience that will be presented free to the public.

National Portrait Gallery Director Bree Pickering said Tiatia’s moving-image portrait is a celebration of a squad that transformed Australia.

“In 2023, the Matildas brought us together and encouraged millions of Australians who didn’t believe sport was for them to get out on the pitch and cheer from the stands,” Ms Pickering said.

“Angela’s tender and powerful approach to the depiction of women through the lens created a portrait of 23 extraordinary athletes and one team. We are thrilled to share The Matildas with audiences at the Newcastle Art Gallery.”

A recipient of multiple awards, including the 2018 Ravenswood Australian Women’s Art Prize, Tiatia has exhibited extensively both nationally and internationally, including in the United States, Germany, South America, New Zealand, London and the in collateral exhibitions of the Venice Biennale, Italy.

Her work is held in major public collections including the Palais de Tokyo in Paris, Art Gallery of New South Wales, Museum of Contemporary Art Australia, National Gallery of Victoria and Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa.

Tickets for Angela Tiatia: Muse are on sale tomorrow via the Newcastle Art Gallery website. Entry to The Matildas, 2025 is free to the public.

The exhibition runs from 26 September 2026 to 7 February 2027.

It will open alongside City of Newcastle’s flagship multi-arts festival, New Annual, which features 10 days of art, music, theatre and performance from 25 September to 4 October 2026.

The full program for New Annual will be unveiled on Friday 31 July.

NSW makes a splash as strongest rescue capability in history hits the water

Dozens of new rescue jet skis will soon be patrolling the NSW coastline, following the Minns Labor Government’s record $23 million investment in water safety.

Ahead of the summer patrol season, Surf Life Saving NSW’s rescue fleet has been bolstered with 67 jet skis now delivered, strengthening the existing network of emergency response assets.

The latest fleet of jet skis are fitted with upgraded rescue and safety technology, including live feed tracking systems and Personal Locator Beacons – helping volunteer rescuers respond more effectively in demanding surf conditions.

The most recent locations benefitting from the rollout include:

Byron Bay
Ballina
Evans Head
Clarence
Woolgoolga
Coffs Harbour
Redhead
Catherine Hill Bay
Terrigal
Avoca
Copacabana
Malabar
Shellharbour

Lifesaving technologies such as Rescue Water Craft (jet skis), drones and Emergency Rescue Beacons are now positioned up and down the NSW coast, supporting rapid year-round emergency response and safety for communities and visitors.

Over the past three seasons, nearly 1,000 rescues have been performed by jet ski – almost 300 of during the 2025/26 season.

In addition to delivering the strongest ever rescue fleet contingent, the Minns Labor Government has invested in 64 Emergency Response Beacons at known ‘blackspot’ locations – with a total of 68 now installed and operational in NSW.

Minister for Emergency Services Jihad Dib said:

“We’re delighted that the Minns Labor Government’s record investment has supported Surf Life Saving NSW to bring the statewide strength of jet skis up to 67 – creating the most comprehensive rescue capability our state has ever seen.

“From the North Coast to the Illawarra, this will mean more communities are better protected year-round, not just during the summer patrol season.

“Not only will they save the lives of community members and visitors, but they will reduce the risk for our volunteers when they go to the aid of others.”

Surf Life Saving NSW CEO, Steve Pearce said:

“Jet skis are the backbone of our Rescue Services response capability, especially away from patrolled locations and in search and rescue situations.

“The continued support of the NSW Government ensures our volunteer surf lifesavers have access to modern, purpose-built equipment that enables faster response times, improved safety for rescue personnel and better outcomes for those in need along the state’s coastline.

“We’re really pleased that in addition to supplying the fleet of jet skis across the state, operators who use the new equipment will also be fitted out with a complete suite of PPE including personal flotation devices, helmets, trauma kits and full-length wetsuits.”

Minns Labor Government to deliver 83 road safety upgrades across NSW as part of $2.8 billion Budget investment

In a major boost to road safety, the Minns Labor Government is investing $230 million towards 83 targeted safety upgrades across the state, to tackle high-risk locations and help save lives.

The next stage of the Towards Zero Safer Roads Program is delivering practical improvements on state roads which are designed to reduce the likelihood and severity of crashes.

These safety upgrades will deliver important road infrastructure at locations identified to be high-risk that the community has long called for. This includes safety barriers, rumble strips, shoulder widening, upgraded intersections and new and improved pedestrian crossings.

The 83 funded projects span both metropolitan and regional NSW, focusing on high-risk locations, known crash hotspots and key transport routes.

The investment is part of a $2.8 billion commitment over four years for road safety in the 2026-27 NSW Budget, with 62 per cent of road safety funding in 2026-27 to go to regional areas.

Among the major upgrades to be delivered are:

a $30 million program to install targeted sections of continuous safety barriers along the Hume Highway from Mittagong to the Victorian border, improving protection for motorists on one of the state’s key freight and regional routes
a $13.9 million upgrade along the Newell Highway between Tocumwal and Forbes, including targeted barrier installation and line marking improvements to reduce the risk of serious crashes on a critical regional link
a $7.3 million upgrade at the Great Western Highway and Kington Street intersection in Minchinbury, delivering new traffic signals to improve safety at a busy Western Sydney intersection
a $7 million upgrade at the Old Hume Highway (Remembrance Driveway) in Camden South, delivering new traffic signals at Wire Lane and Elizabeth Macarthur Avenue that locals and the Member for Camden have long advocated for
a $5.9 million intersection and pedestrian safety upgrade on the Great Western Highway at Emu Plains, including new traffic signals, safer crossings and changes to reduce conflict points for drivers and pedestrians; and
a $3.1 million upgrade of the Beecroft Road and Kirkham Street intersection in Beecroft, including new traffic signals.

Development of several projects has already begun.

The remaining safety improvements will be developed and delivered over the next three years to support safer journeys for motorists, passengers, freight operators and local communities.

Minister for Roads and Regional Transport, Jenny Aitchison:

“Every life lost on our roads is one too many. These targeted upgrades are about making high-risk areas safer and helping more people get home to their loved ones.

“We’re investing in practical safety improvements where they’ll have the greatest impact, reducing the risk of serious crashes and saving lives across NSW.

“From safety barriers and safer intersections to better pedestrian crossings, these 83 upgrades are focused on preventing crashes before they happen and reducing the severity when they do.

“The $2.8 billion investment from the Minns Labor Government in the recent Budget reflects our commitment to the Towards Zero vision, and to making roads across the state, safer for everyone who uses them.”

Construction starts on new Jindabyne Ambulance Station

The Snowy Mountains community is a step closer to a new state-of-the-art Jindabyne ambulance station, with construction underway.

Minister for Regional Health Ryan Park and Member for Monaro Steve Whan today joined paramedics for a sod turn event, marking the start of works for the Jindabyne Ambulance Station.

Hines Construction has been appointed to deliver the project following a competitive tender process.

The new Jindabyne Ambulance Station is being delivered as part of the NSW Government’s $236.1 million Rural Ambulance Infrastructure Reconfiguration Program and will include:

six internal ambulance vehicle parking bays, including a dedicated wash bay
administration and office areas
staff amenities including a gym
on-site parking
logistics and storage facilities.

The new station will be located on Kosciuszko Road, west of Snowy Mountains Grammar School.

The station’s location will provide direct access to the major road network, supporting timely emergency response across Jindabyne and the wider Snowy Mountains region.

The purpose-built ambulance station will replace the existing station at Thredbo Terrace, Jindabyne, providing modern infrastructure to support local paramedics and enhance emergency healthcare for the community.

Site establishment works are underway with construction activity on site to increase in the coming months.

Construction is expected to be completed in late 2027.

The NSW Government’s Rural Ambulance Infrastructure Reconfiguration Program has already delivered 53 new, rebuilt or upgraded ambulance stations across rural and regional NSW to boost frontline emergency care.

In addition, the NSW Government’s $615.5 million NSW Ambulance Infrastructure Program is delivering 30 new ambulance stations and supporting infrastructure across Sydney, the Central Coast, Newcastle, the Hunter and Illawarra regions over the coming years.

The NSW Government is recruiting an additional 500 paramedics for rural and regional areas, to strengthen emergency and mobile healthcare services across the state.

For more information visit: www.nsw.gov.au/jindabyne-ambulance-station

Minister for Regional Health Ryan Park:

“Today’s sod turn marks an exciting milestone for the new Jindabyne ambulance station, with construction now underway on this important project for the Snowy Mountains community.

“This new station will provide local paramedics with modern facilities designed to support them as they continue delivering high-quality emergency care.

“We’re building more ambulance stations and recruiting more paramedics in regional NSW, delivering faster response times and better outcomes for patients.”

Member for Monaro Steve Whan:

“It’s fantastic to see construction officially commence on the new Jindabyne ambulance station.

“The Nationals said they had a plan, but failed to deliver anything. This milestone reflects the NSW Government’s commitment to delivering better health infrastructure for the people of Monaro and the wider Snowy Mountains region.

“Jindabyne is growing quickly, and the town deserves a modern and fit-for-purpose ambulance station, and I look forward to watching the station take shape over the coming months and seeing the benefits it will deliver for our local community for years to come.”