Category: NSW News

Central Coast communities in and around Wyong are set to benefit from new key health worker accommodation with Wyong Hospital campus selected as the site for the units, which will help attract and retain more healthcare workers to the region.

The new accommodation is planned to include eight single bed and two double bed self-contained units, located on the Wyong Hospital campus.

Wyong is one of more than 20 key health worker accommodation projects being delivered in rural, regional and remote NSW, as part of the Minns Labor Government’s $200.1 million program.

The Minns Labor Government’s investment will support the building of new accommodation, refurbishment of existing living quarters, and the purchase of suitable properties such as residential units.

The Key Health Worker Accommodation Program will deliver fit-for-purpose, comfortable and convenient accommodation for healthcare workers across nine local health districts, including the Central Coast.

This investment builds on the $45.3 million in accommodation for key healthcare workers in the Murrumbidgee, Southern NSW, and Far West Local Health Districts, which is now complete with all new accommodation delivered and fully operational.

Construction of the new Wyong accommodation is expected to begin in 2026, following the appointment of a main works contractor.

Minister for Regional Health Ryan Park said:

“Providing affordable, safe and convenient accommodation for essential health workers is critical to attracting and retaining skilled staff, especially in regional and rural areas.

“By investing in high-quality and modern accommodation, close to workplaces, we’re helping to remove barriers to working in a regional setting and supporting a stronger workforce.

“It’s exciting to see the rollout of the Key Health Worker Accommodation Program in the Central Coast, with Wyong being one of the health services to benefit. “

Minister for the Central Coast and Member for Wyong David Harris said:

“It is great news that the Minns Labor Government is delivering dedicated accommodation at Wyong Hospital to provide our region’s health staff with more certainty and flexibility.

“In order to strengthen our regional, rural and remote health workforce, we need to invest in housing.

“Investing in suitable, local housing is not only a practical step for essential workers but it also strengthens continuity of care, trust and the overall health and wellbeing of our communities.”

Central Coast Local Health District Chief Executive Scott Mclachlan said:

“We are pleased that Wyong Hospital is part of the Key Healthcare Worker Accommodation program.  

“Ensuring we have a dedicated and skilled workforce here on the Central Coast is important in supporting our community to live healthy and fulfilling lives.  

“The ability to offer affordable accommodation solutions will help us address a key challenge healthcare workers face when moving into our region.”

The finish line for tunnelling on the eastern end of the Sydney Metro West project is in sight after two tunnel boring machines passed the deepest part of Darling Harbour on their way to Hunter Street.

The tunnel from Pyrmont has reached 35 metres below the water’s surface, passing under the Australian Maritime Museum and now heading towards King Street Wharf on the eastern shore of Darling Harbour.

The 1,100-tonne tunnel boring machines Jessie and Ruby each have less than 700 metres left to finish their job at rate of advance of 90 metres a week.

The machines are designed to dig in the high-pressure conditions beneath Sydney Harbour. They move at a slower pace than traditional tunnel boring machines due to the wetter conditions and geological environment they are navigating.

The next section of tunnel will be under some of Sydney’s busiest and best-known streets, including York, George and Pitt streets and pass closely underneath Wynyard Station to reach the Hunter Street cavern.

When Sydney Metro West opens in 2032, passengers will have fast, high-frequency and reliable metro services connecting the Sydney CBD with Parramatta in a 20-minute trip – doubling the rail capacity between those two centres.

Sydney Metro West will transform journeys west from the Sydney CBD, with travel times of:

• Hunter Street to Parramatta in 20 minutes
• Hunter Street to Sydney Olympic Park in 15 minutes
• Five Dock to Parramatta in 12 minutes
• Pyrmont to Hunter Street in 2 minutes

More than 5.87 million tonnes of earth will be excavated to build the Sydney Metro West tunnels, equivalent to filling the entire volume of the Sydney Opera House 2.6 times over.

In total, tunnelling is now 97% complete on the project. The first tunnel boring machine finished its work on the western end at Westmead in September.

Track laying and station construction will follow tunnelling, bringing Sydney another step closer to the opening of the new line.

Premier of NSW Chris Minns said:

“We are well on the way, and real, substantial progress is being made on this project underneath the city.

“This is one of the biggest public transport projects in the country, and it will have a major impact on how people get in and out of the city – to Westmead, Parramatta and Olympic Park.”

Minister for Transport John Graham said:

“This section of tunnel will provide a two-minute connection between Hunter Street and Pyrmont in future, with Sydney Olympic Park just another 13 minutes from there – a quantum leap for east – west public transport.

“I want to thank the professional team of 210 who are safely guiding these tunnel boring machines through some of the most challenging underground conditions to complete the job.”

The Albanese Labor Government and the Minns Labor Government today attempted to re-sell a project first announced in 2023, fooling no one with a glossy re-announcement of the $100 million safety upgrades to Bells Line of Road.
 
This project was announced by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and then NSW Premier Dominic Perrottet before the last state election. NSW Labor was sworn in on 5 April 2023. That is 957 days ago. Over two and half years. And Labor has nothing to show for it.
 
Jenny Aitchison likes to say she and Labor is getting on with the job. But what happened here? Is this another example of the Minns Labor Government’s tunnel vision and lack of ambition for infrastructure?
 
NSW is the only state in Australia without a dedicated Infrastructure Minister. Maybe that is her excuse. No minister. No plan. No progress. Just photos and recycled press releases.
 
And now Jenny Aitchison fronts the media in a joint announcement with (ironically) Federal Infrastructure Minister Catherine King, who fronted up last time this was announced in 2023 hoping that no one notices that nothing has happened in two and half years.
 
While roads remain unsafe, and regional communities wait for real work, Labor is focused on spin instead of delivery.
 
Opposition Leader Mark Speakman said regional families and freight operators have been waiting for promises to turn into projects.
 
“Over two and half years on, all Labor has done is take another photo. This re-announcement sums up just how little they have achieved,” Mr Speakman said.
 
Shadow Minister for Transport and Roads and Shadow Minister for Infrastructure Natalie Ward this should embarrass the local Labor member for the Blue Mountains. 
 
“Announcing the same money twice is not delivery. It is desperation. Our communities deserve more than recycled headlines and excuses,” Ms Ward said.
 
Shadow Minister for Regional Transport and Roads Dave Layzell said Labor leaves regional NSW behind once again.
 
They talk big, then pack up and go home. If they are so busy getting on with it, why has nothing happened since 2023?” Mr Layzell said.
 
Member for Bathurst Paul Toole said today’s stunt is an insult to every commuter stuck on dangerous roads.
 
“Labor can re-announce this as much as they want, but until shovels hit the ground, it is just more talk and another example of the NSW Labor Government getting on with nothing,” Mr Toole said.
 
The Minns Labor Government delivers excuses and reruns. It is clear who is getting on with it, and it is not Jenny Aitchison and or Labor.

Today is the day the Minns Labor Government must finally produce the Moore Park golf course business case and annexures. The deadline is 4pm. This is their final chance to comply with a lawful order of the NSW Legislative Council after months of obfuscation and defying parliamentary orders. Time is up.
 
Chris Minns said that under his government “integrity would be a verb”, but the only action they take is to hide from scrutiny and transparency. NSW deserves better.
 
If Labor cannot meet a simple order to produce documents, how can anyone trust them to build anything or manage billions in taxpayer funds?
 
At 9am, Chris Minns will be talking about Metro West, a project built by the NSW Liberals and Nationals. Instead of spinning theories and dodging scrutiny, perhaps he can explain whether Labor will meet today’s deadline or keep hiding the truth.
 
Shadow Treasurer Damien Tudehope said it’s time for Labor to live up to the standards they preach.
 
“If the Minns Labor Government fails to produce the documents by 4pm, then the Leader of the Government in the Legislative Council, Penny Sharpe will be required to front the Parliament tomorrow and explain why. And if she fails again, the House has the power to suspend her for contempt. It doesn’t get more serious than this,” Mr Tudehope said.
 
In the last Labor Government, Treasurer Michael Egan was suspended for refusing to hand over documents, we are now seeing the same playbook. The difference is that this time it is Penny Sharpe on the line.
 
Today Labor has a choice. Deliver the documents or face the consequences. When issues hit too close to home, their instinct is to ignore the substance, attack the messenger and pretend the problem doesn’t exist.

Workers compensation in NSW needs reform, but the Minns Labor Government is trying to make it even harder for seriously injured workers to get the help they need. While mental health services across the state are stretched thin, Premier Chris Minns and Treasurer Daniel Mookhey are pushing changes that will restrict access to help for serious psychological injury.
 
These changes will not prevent injuries, and they will not support frontline workers. They will simply make it harder for seriously injured people to access the care they need to recover.
 
Labor promised the world before the election. Labor MPs and MLCs signed a pledge to remove section 39 (the whole personal impairment threshold [WPI] for ongoing support) completely and protect injured workers. The signatories included 19 current ministers and the Minister who would normally have portfolio responsibility for these reforms, the Minister for Industrial Relations Sophie Cotsis. However, as this is about the mismanagement of the budget, Treasurer Daniel Mookhey is in charge. The Labor MPs and MLCs shook hands and smiled for cameras before the election , but that promise was tossed aside in the early hours of this morning.
 
Debate on the Workers Compensation Legislation Amendment Bill 2025 began at 2:35pm yesterday and dragged on until almost 5am today. When it came time to call a division on the WPI clauses, Labor MPs refused. They would not have their names recorded. They knew that their vote betrayed the very frontline workers they claimed to stand up for. They also knew it betrayed the unions who fund their campaigns.
 
Their behaviour exposed what really goes on in this Government, when issues hit too close to home. Their instinct is to ignore the substance, attack the messenger and pretend the problem doesn’t exist.
 
What makes it worse is the Premier’s refusal to face Sydney media today to explain what is going on with his Government in the Legislative Council. Instead of fronting up and explaining why his Government is trying to sell out injured workers, he is running off down the South Coast to prop up a Labor MP who has delivered nothing for her community.
 
Labor’s cowardice sits on top of one of the most shameful parliamentary weeks in years. The Leader of the Government in the Legislative Council Penny Sharpe was formally censured yesterday for failing to comply with multiple orders for papers relating to the Premier’s secret Moore Park deal with Clover Moore and Bob Carr. If the Government refuses to comply, the Legislative Council retains the option of suspending her from the Parliament.
 
This is the transparency standard of the Minns Labor Government. It is a Government that blocks scrutiny, filibusters debate and runs from accountability every chance it gets.
 
The Minns Labor Government has failed the transparency test and now the basic decency test.
 
Shadow Treasurer Damien Tudehope said what we have seen from Labor is a disgrace, breaking their election promise while also hiding from their record.
 
“When the moment came for a division, they refused. If you cannot put your name to a vote that affects injured workers across NSW, you are in the wrong job,” Mr Tudehope said.

Netball NSW’s Beyond the Court Roadshow wrapped up in Goulburn on Saturday after two days of school visits, leadership development, community engagement and workshops designed to strengthen and celebrate the region’s netball community.

Held from 14–15 November, the Roadshow brought GIANTS Netball athletes Amy Sligar and Erin O’Brien to town, joined by senior Netball NSW executives and Board Members, including Chair Sallianne Faulkner.
The program connected directly with local students, coaches, umpires, volunteers and young leaders, delivering education, inspiration, and practical support for those who power the sport in regional NSW.

School students celebrate GIANTS Netball in Goulburn.

On Friday, the GIANTS netball athletes visited Mulwaree High School, leading Q&A sessions with students before heading to the Goulburn Netball Courts for a community meet-and-greet attended by fans of all ages.

The evening concluded with the Youth Ambassador Program at the Goulburn Soldiers Club, where young local leaders took part in leadership activities, discussions, and mentoring with the athletes and the newly elected Chair of the inaugural Netball NSW Youth Advisory Group, Sofia Novak.

Netball NSW Executive General Manager – Community, Trish Crews, said the Roadshow reflected Netball NSW’s commitment to being present, accessible and connected with communities across the state.

Goulburn has embraced the Roadshow with enthusiasm and we’ve been thrilled to see so many young athletes, volunteers and families engage with the program.

Beyond the Court is about supporting every part of the netball ecosystem — not just the players on court, but the coaches, umpires, administrators and emerging leaders who make regional netball strong.

We’re committed to continuing to invest in communities like Goulburn, where the passion for our sport is as vibrant as ever.”

Saturday saw many community members take part in full-day Beyond the Court Workshops at Veolia Arena, featuring sessions for coaches, umpires, administrators and volunteers delivered by Netball NSW facilitators and executives.

Goulburn Mulwaree Council Mayor Nina Dillon welcomed the initiative and praised its impact on local participation.

We are proud to host the Netball NSW Regional Roadshow, showcasing the passion and talent that drives our regional sporting community. Events like this strengthen our local connections and inspire the next generation of athletes.”

The 2025 Roadshow forms part of Netball NSW’s broader commitment to strengthening regional pathways, developing future leaders, and celebrating the volunteers who underpin the sport across NSW.

More older women in Southwest Sydney will have a safe, secure place to live as the NSW and Commonwealth governments partner together to build more social homes for seniors.

Women aged 55 and over are the fastest-growing group at risk of homelessness, creating urgent need for more social homes for seniors across New South Wales.

Two renewal projects in Rosemeadow and Airds-Bradbury are delivering more than 100 new social homes for seniors, most of which will be allocated to women, including:

• 45 in Rosemeadow
• 31 in Bradbury
• Another 31 in Airds on track for completion by end of year.

In Rosemeadow, the NSW and Federal Governments have delivered 45 beautiful, modern homes for people aged 55 and over with lift access and tailored design to support independent living.

The Rosemeadow Estate Redevelopment has transformed a 1970s public housing estate into 230 new homes within a vibrant, mixed-tenure community, with potential for more homes now being investigated.

The Airds-Bradbury Renewal Project, delivered by the NSW Government, is one of the state’s largest public housing redevelopments, building more than 2,100 modern homes in the Campbelltown area.

The project is transforming a 200-hectare site into a thriving, mixed community with at least 30 per cent social housing, including these new homes for older residents.

So far, 165 new social homes and 843 private lots have been completed, alongside new community spaces, parks and playing fields. With several stages still to come, including another 31 seniors’ homes by the end of 2025, the renewal is expected to be complete by 2030.

These developments are an example of what is possible under the Minns Labor Government’s record-breaking $6.6 billion Building Homes for NSW program, which is delivering:

• 8,400 new public homes
• 21,000 affordable and market homes
• Upgrades to 30,000 existing social housing properties. 

NSW Minister for Housing and Homelessness Rose Jackson said:

“Older women are becoming the leading demographic of people most at risk of homelessness, whether it’s because of relationship breakdowns, the superannuation gap, or any number of other life challenges.

“Most of them are experiencing first-time homelessness at age 60, 70 or even older – it comes as a big shock and many women don’t know where to turn.

“That’s why this type of housing is so important. Everyone deserves to age with dignity, safety and independence, and these new homes are making that possible for more people in Southwest Sydney.”

Federal Member for Macarthur Dr Mike Freelander said:

“These new homes for seniors are a fantastic example of what can be achieved when the Commonwealth and NSW Governments work together to deliver real outcomes for our community.

“The renewal projects in Rosemeadow and Airds-Bradbury are transforming our suburbs for the better, giving seniors the opportunity to stay close to family, friends and local services.

“This is exactly the kind of investment that builds a fairer, stronger future for Macarthur.”

State Member for Campbelltown Greg Warren said:

“Many of the new homes are going to women aged over 55, the fastest-growing group at risk of homelessness, and that’s exactly who we need to be supporting with secure, long-term housing.

“These are high-quality, modern homes close to shops and services, giving seniors in Southwest Sydney the security and comfort they deserve.”

And the homeless men?

The largest public preschool construction program in NSW history is now underway in regional NSW, with work set to commence on more than 20 new public preschools before the end of 2025.

This work has been marked with construction beginning on a new public preschool at Bomaderry Public School – one of 10 new public preschools in the Illawarra/Shoalhaven, and 49 across regional NSW, set to open by early 2027.

The historic building program is a key election commitment of the Minns Labor Government to open 100 public preschools across NSW, improving access to affordable, high quality early education for families in areas where it is most needed.

The $769 million investment will double the number of public preschools in NSW, making it the largest expansion of public early learning in NSW history.

All public preschools will be co-located with local public schools, supporting children’s transition into kindergarten and easing pick-up and drop-off for parents with older students at the same school.

The preschools will offer high-quality early education within state-of-the-art learning facilities which will include landscaped outdoor playground areas.

Once complete they will provide places for up to 9,000 additional children to access high quality early education in their local community.

The program to build 100 new public preschools is part of the Minns Labor Government’s historic investment in early learning, ensuring that every child across NSW has the best possible start to their education. The investment also includes:

• $100 million to help community preschools provide more hours and welcome more children
• $60 million to build and upgrade 50 preschools at non-government schools
• $200 million to support Aboriginal-led early learning
• $20 million for capital works at early childhood services in areas of need
• More than $29 million for scholarships to increase the number of early childhood workers.

Premier of New South Wales, Chris Minns said:

“Providing the best possible start for our children is one of the most important investments any government can make which is why we’re building 100 new public preschools including 49 in regional NSW.

“Families in rural and regional NSW have told us they are struggling to find affordable, high-quality early learning close to home. That’s exactly what these new public preschools in the regions will help fix – like this one right here in Bomaderry.

“The former government didn’t build a single public preschool in twelve years. We’re building one hundred in our first term, that are co-located with public schools so parents can also avoid the double drop off.”

Minister for Regional New South Wales Tara Moriarty said:

“This is a significant milestone for the region, with construction beginning on 10 new public preschools across the Illawarra and South Coast.

“These new preschools will ensure families in the region have access to world-class early education closer to home.

“This is a historic investment that will make a huge difference for local communities, and we are proud to see it roll out.”

Acting Minister for Education and Early Learning Courtney Houssos said:

“From Bomaderry to Griffith and Wollongbar to Tamworth, we are providing more children in the regions with the best possible start to their education.

“We know quality early learning makes all the difference to a child’s success in school. It really is life changing.

“That is why the Minns Labor Government, with the leadership of Deputy Premier Prue Car, made this historic commitment, because we strongly believe all NSW children should have access to high-quality early education.”

Member for Kiama Katelin McInerney said:

“I’m thrilled to be marking the start of construction on Bomaderry’s new fee-free public preschool. It will be such an important resource for our families.

“Bomaderry families have told me that we need more quality early learning options and I’m delighted that construction is underway and the school will soon be welcoming its first class of preschoolers.”

Member for South Coast Liza Butler said:

“I’m incredibly proud to see construction starting on these new preschools across the South Coast. This was a key commitment we took to the election, and we’re delivering on that promise for local families.

“The Minns Government understands how vital early education is to a child’s development and to support local families. The preschools we are building at Greenwell Point, Sanctuary Point, and the brand-new Worrigee Public School will give more children the best possible start to their education, right in the heart of their local community.

“When we committed to delivering public preschools on school grounds, we meant it, and now we’re turning that commitment into concrete reality. It’s exciting to see construction underway and to know that families across the South Coast will soon benefit from more accessible, public early education.”

Bomaderry Public School Principal Dionne Hanbidge said:

“We have been advocating for an onsite preschool because we truly understand how much our children and families will benefit from this local early learning opportunity.

“Having a public preschool right here on our school grounds is pretty close to a dream come true, as it will not only provide high-quality early education but also create a seamless transition for our children as they move into kindergarten. Our kindergarteners will continue to learn and thrive from day 1!

“We are incredibly proud and excited to welcome the next generation of learners into a custom built, high quality facility, right here at Bomaderry Public School—supporting them to achieve their goals from the very start.”

Regional public preschool works commencing construction before the end of 2025:

• Barrack Heights Public Preschool
• Berkeley West Public Preschool
• Bomaderry Public Preschool
• Cringila Public Preschool
• Greenwell Point Public Preschool
• Hayes Park Public Preschool
• Lake Heights Public Preschool
• Sanctuary Point Public Preschool
• Queanbeyan South Public Preschool
• Hillvue Public Preschool
• Moorland Public Preschool
• Tacking Point Public Preschool
• Warialda Public Preschool
• Wollongbar Public Preschool
• Booragul Public Preschool
• Nulkaba Public Preschool
• Tenambit Public Preschool
• Tuggerawong Public Preschool
• Weston Public Preschool
• Deniliquin South Public Preschool
• Hanwood Public Preschool
• New Bourke Public School Early Years Transition Centre

Kyogle Multi-Purpose Service (MPS) is celebrating 100 years of service with a Community Open Day highlighting the hospital’s proud history of delivering care and support to the Northern NSW region.

The community open day, being held on Saturday 15 November 2025, will reflect on the hospital’s past achievements and ongoing commitment to providing exceptional healthcare, since admitting its first patient on 2 May 1925.

Kyogle MPS, co-located alongside a private GP practice, today provides emergency, general medical, and aged care services as part of a flexible model of care tailored to the local community. It includes provision for 28 aged care residents who live on site.

Between 1 July 2024 and 30 June 2025, more than 5,400 people attended the centre’s Emergency Department, with more than 380 patients admitted and almost 3,600 non-admitted patient service events provided.

During the community event, the original bright yellow 1938 Dodge Ambulance will be on display, a loan from Temora Ambulance Museum. The ambulance has been transported back to Kyogle, thanks to a community fundraising drive spearheaded by Kyogle Museum.

Additionally, a display of a 1925 hospital ward featuring hospital memorabilia and artefacts collected by Kyogle and Urbenville museums will be set up helping attendees to transport back in time.

The event will also feature NSW Health services ranging from BreastScreen NSW to Aboriginal healthcare, health promotion, snakebite treatment, dementia, diabetes treatment and more.

Aged care residents, including three centenarians who call Kyogle MPS home, will join in festivities.

Kyogle hospital has long been supported by the community, particularly the volunteers of Kyogle Hospital Auxiliary, whose fundraising efforts have benefitted many patients and staff over the years.

Kyogle MPS is one of four Multi-Purpose Service sites in the Northern NSW Local Health District (NNSWLHD).

Minister for the North Coast Janelle Saffin:

“Since its establishment, the Kyogle MPS has played a vital role in improving the health and wellbeing of our communities in the Northern Rivers. 

“The service is an outstanding example of the success that can be achieved when health professionals work collaboratively with communities to find the best solutions for their health care needs.

“This is an amazing milestone, and I am pleased to be able to celebrate it with the community, staff and volunteers who have made this service the amazing place it is today and will be for the next 100 years too.”

NNSWLHD Chief Executive Tracey Maisey:

“Community spirit is what makes Kyogle such a great place, and the same goes for our team at the Kyogle MPS, who provide exceptional care for our patients and residents every day.

“I am thrilled to celebrate this remarkable milestone with our staff and the community, which reflects not only our current health services, but generations of healthcare professionals who have come before us.

“I’d like to pay special thanks to the many volunteers at Kyogle Museum, Kyogle Hospital Auxiliary and MPS staff who have worked tirelessly towards making this event so special.”

former chairman of Kyogle Health Services Planning and Steering Committee Tom Fitzgerald:

“Community spirit was the driving force behind the opening of Kyogle Memorial Hospital some 100 years ago and again in the early 2000’s in our fight to ensure the MPS service remained in town.

“Community spirit remains as strong as ever today, with volunteers from Kyogle Hospital Auxiliary, Kyogle Museum and others continuing to raise funds for the healthcare of our residents.

“Kyogle MPS is well-loved and supported by our community, and we appreciate the acute care and aged care services we have so close to home, as well as the neighbouring McKid Medical Service whose GPs serve the community so well.”              

The Minns Labor Government has today announced $100,000 in funding for the Children’s Tumour Foundation to support children, adults and their loved ones impacted by neurofibromatosis (NF) tumours across NSW.

Over 13,000 people in Australia live with neurofibromatosis (NF), a group of rare and complex genetic conditions that cause tumours to form on nerves throughout the body.

The additional funding will help the Children’s Tumour Foundation to continue supporting families impacted by NF by offering vital education resources, case management, online peer support and in person connection for more than 100 people at an upcoming NSW Family Camp.

Both virtual and in-person supported events provide respite and connection for families impacted by NF, especially for those patients and their families living in regional and remote NSW. 

The funding will also help to raise awareness of NF across the state and support the continuation of a Clinical Nurse Consultant position at Sydney Children’s Hospital Westmead ensuring the complex multidisciplinary care required to support paediatric patients remains available.

NF can lead to a range of significant health issues such as deafness, blindness, physical differences, bone abnormalities, learning difficulties, epilepsy, chronic pain and cancer.

For more information visit the Children’s Tumour Foundation.

Minister for Health, Ryan Park:

“The Children’s Tumour Foundation is championing public awareness and offering critical support for people living with neurofibromatosis (NF) tumours in NSW.

“This work can have an extremely powerful impact on people living with NF, so I’m delighted to be able to provide the Children’s Tumour Foundation with this additional funding that will help the charity to reach more people in NSW. 

“Access to the right resources can make a real difference, helping families and patients feel supported, informed and less alone as they navigate complex health conditions.

“It’s a pleasure to be able to assist the organisation in continuing its work in providing emotional support and expert advice to improve the health and wellbeing outcomes of people affected by NF across the state.”

Children’s Tumour Foundation of Australia Head of Support Ruth Lindsay:

“The Children’s Tumour Foundation is deeply grateful to the Minns Government for providing this vital funding, which enables us to continue supporting every person in NSW impacted by neurofibromatosis (NF). Our upcoming NF Community Camp offers families the rare chance to relax, connect and enjoy meaningful time together away from hospital appointments and the daily stresses of living with a complex health condition.

“Neurofibromatosis might be a hard word to say, but it can be even harder to live with. Through our phone and online support services, and our peer support activities, we help people stay connected, informed and empowered. For those living with a chronic, lifelong condition that affects both physical and mental health, knowing that support is just a phone call or email away can make all the difference.”

Children’s Tumour Foundation NF camp participant:

“Before the camp, I felt very alone in my NF journey with my son. My concern, particularly for him, growing up with both physical and cognitive differences was a large concern for me. With the NF camp, we have had the opportunity to meet other children (and parents) with a similar lived experience who can not only empathise with the situations we face; but also offer advice and resources on how to approach these situations – whether it be medical professionals, educational settings, or in general society.”