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NSW Government
Dream home design off the dollar menu from January 31

23 Jan 2026

People have just over a week to secure their dream home design for just $1 with the NSW Pattern Book introductory offer for an architect design of a low-rise home set to end on 31 January.

NSW Government
Pre-sale Finance Guarantee unlocks Inner West homes

21 Jan 2026

The Minns Labor Government’s world-leading Pre-sale Finance Guarantee program is helping fast track new homes with a redevelopment in the Inner West receiving the first guarantee under the $1 billion scheme.

NSW Government
Help kick off the upgrade of Leichhardt Oval

16 Jan 2026

Designs for the $40 million upgrade of Sydney's iconic Leichhardt Oval have been unveiled and the community is encouraged to have its say on the proposal.

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Planning Portal updates

Learn about changes to NSW Planning Portal digital services and explore the 2-year feature and technology roadmap.

Planning Portal release information

Discover the latest digital enhancements designed to improve the customer experience and support key policy initiatives.

Planning reforms

Discover how planning reforms are speeding up assessment timeframes, cutting red tape, and supporting projects that deliver jobs and community benefits across NSW.

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New housing at Cameron Park, Lake Macquarie NSW. Credit: NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure / Jaime Plaza Van Roon