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NSW Government Fast-Tracks Major Projects with New Authority

The NSW government will launch a new Investment Delivery Authority (IDA) to expedite approvals for major commercial projects exceeding $1 billion, prioritizing renewable energy, technology, and hotel developments.

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NSW Transport Official Confesses to Role in $11.5 Million Corruption Scandal

A former Transport for NSW officer, Katya Wang, admitted to assisting her romantic partner, Ibrahim Helmy, in a $11.5 million corruption scheme involving falsified invoices and manipulated tenders, receiving $6,000 in kickbacks; Helmy is on the run from police.

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NSW ICAC Inquiry: Allegations of Contract Irregularities and Reprisal Actions at SINSW

An Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC) inquiry in NSW is investigating allegations of improper conduct by former School Infrastructure NSW (SINSW) head Anthony Manning, including awarding a $9 million contract to Kathy Jones and Associates despite not being the highest-ranked bidder, an...

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Sydney Rail Outage Causes City-Wide Commuter Chaos

A train striking an overhead power line near Sydney's Strathfield station caused a city-wide rail network outage on Tuesday, leading to widespread commuter chaos and prompting the NSW Premier to urge residents to leave work early to avoid peak-hour congestion; repairs were completed Wednesday mornin...

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NSW to Potentially Buy Back Northern Beaches Hospital Amidst Healthscope's Financial Crisis

Facing a \$1.6 billion debt, Healthscope, the private owner of the Northern Beaches Hospital, seeks to return the public hospital component to NSW government ownership, prompting concerns about costs and patient care after recent incidents.

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Sydney Trains Shut Down After Rail Union Negotiations Collapse

On Friday, Sydney's train network experienced a complete shutdown due to over 300 rail workers failing to report for duty after negotiations between the rail unions and NSW government collapsed over a \$4500 bonus payment from a previous enterprise agreement.

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NSW Government Delays Action on ICAC's Lobbying Reform Recommendations

NSW's Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC) criticizes inadequate lobbying regulations, urging reforms to address corruption risks and increase transparency, while the government's slow response raises concerns.

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\$20 Million Spent on Cancelled Westmead School Project

The NSW government cancelled plans for a second primary school in Westmead, diverting \$20,485,000 already spent and an additional \$953,000 for upgrades to existing schools, citing enrollment data, despite projected population growth and the success of private schools in the area.

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ICAC Investigates Former NSW School Building Unit Head for Alleged Corruption

The Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC) is investigating allegations of contract irregularities and misallocation of funds within the NSW government's school building unit, headed by Anthony Manning, who was previously dismissed from the health department due to his isolating leadership...

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ICAC Investigates NSW School Building Contract Corruption Allegations

The NSW Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC) is investigating allegations of corruption against former Schools Infrastructure NSW chief executive Anthony Manning and other staff, focusing on a $39 million contract awarded to APP that was later cancelled, raising concerns about procuremen...

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NSW Approves Controversial \$300 Million Powerhouse Museum Redevelopment

The NSW government approved a \$300 million redevelopment of the Powerhouse Museum in Ultimo, starting mid-2025 and aiming for completion by 2027, despite significant public opposition and concerns about reduced exhibition space.

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NSW Premier Referred to ICAC over Rosehill Development

A NSW parliamentary inquiry is expected to recommend that Premier Chris Minns be referred to the ICAC over his involvement in a proposal to redevelop the Rosehill racecourse into a housing development, with allegations focusing on his friendship with ATC government relations manager Steve McMahon.

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