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Matt Kean backs push to outlaw gay conversion practices in NSW

Leading Coalition moderate says he supports the concept but is waiting to see Alex Greenwich’s bill

The Guardian - AU

Perrottet government to outlaw offshore gas drilling

The NSW government will block plans to drill gas off the NSW coast and says the Albanese government must ban offshore drilling in all Commonwealth waters.

AAP

Premier commits to Warragamba wall despite 'black hole'

Premier Dominic Perrottet insists the Warragamba Dam wall will be raised in the next four years, despite no funding being allocated in the NSW budget.

AAP

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NSW to enhance building industry watchdog powers

The NSW government will boost oversight of the construction industry in a bid to minimise the risk of building project delays caused by industrial action.

AAP

Emergency levy axing would save Hunter households 15 per cent on insurance

THE Insurance Council of Australia says Hunter households would save 15 per cent on their home insurance if the NSW government axed the Emergency Services Levy and found "a fairer way" to fund police, fire and related services.

Newcastle Herald

NSW paying more for insurance on fire, flood tax

After years of fires and floods, insurers are calling for an end to the Emergency Services Levy which sees residents in NSW paying more for their premiums.

AAP

NSW government promises thousands more EV chargers

A re-elected NSW coalition government would help deliver 30,000 EV chargers across the state by 2026 through cutting red tape on planning and strata laws.

AAP

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Western Sydney flooded with campaign cash, but Newcastle left with scraps: NSW Election

Six weeks out from the NSW election, the Hunter is a funding backwater.

Newcastle Herald

NSW Labor explains what it'll scrap if elected

The Opposition said it would cut the troubled Transport Asset Holding Entity in a move that will save $10.2 billion over eight years.

AAP

New promise for Mascot Towers owners after 'nightmare'

Owners of apartments in Sydney's ill-fated Mascot Towers will be given low-interest loans to repair the defect-plagued building if Labor wins the NSW election.

AAP

Push for NSW property tax reform triggers war of words

NSW Treasurer Matt Kean has defended forecasting a $924 million gain in property taxes before the controversial policy has passed parliament.

AAP

'Unsafe' Western Sydney Olympic Ice Rink given a lifeline with multimillion-dollar funding

One of Western Sydney's last remaining ice rinks will be given a second chance at life as it is awarded more than $17 million to cover much-needed repairs.

ABC News

NSW deficit doubles, weighed by flood and pandemic

The NSW budget deficit has blown out, but Treasurer Matt Kean says Labor's plans will add further fuel to the inflation fire.

AAP

Coal royalties up by $2.0 billion in NSW half-yearly budget update

The big driver of government revenue is mostly from mines exporting through Newcastle.

Newcastle Herald

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It'll be tough for Perrottet to win the NSW election. But Labor won't romp home either

At the New South Wales election on March 25 a 12-year-old Coalition government will be seeking re-election.

AAP

Heavy industry hitters move towards low-carbon tech

NSW is partnering with heavy industry giants such as cement manufacturer Boral to slash 10 million tonnes of carbon emissions.

Newcastle Herald

Low-carbon shifts for Tomago Aluminium, Orica in new state deal

Four of the state's highest emitting manufacturers, including Tomago Aluminium and Orica, will be supported to transform into low carbon facilities, following the launch of partnership agreements with the NSW government.

Newcastle Herald

NSW Labor matches Coalition, saying 'no plan' to raise coal royalty rates

Labor says no coal royalty rise as Japanese customers speak out

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Newcastle Herald

Targeting coal a simplistic response to the complicated issue that is the rising cost of energy

Coal an easy target in power price rise

Newcastle Herald

Treasurer Matt Kean rules out coal rate royalty rise as industry lobbies government for change

Treasurer Matt Kean rules out coal royalty rate rise

AAP

Grants to turbo charge electric car fleets

Funding for more than 1000 new electric vehicles has been announced in NSW, with ride-share and rental services set to upgrade their fleets.

The Guardian - AU

NSW plan to offer emissions offsets with car registration sends wrong message, critics say

It ‘could undermine people’s intent to find ways to reduce emissions from driving. Offsets don’t really reduce emissions,’ climate scientist says

Newcastle Herald

Matt Kean says 16 bids have been shortlisted in Electricity Infrastructure Roadmap tenders

Key in the ignition on Electricity Infrastructure Roadmap

ABC News

NSW drivers can now 'do their bit' to offset CO2 emissions during annual vehicle registration

NSW drivers can now offset their vehicle's carbon emissions annually — at a cost of about $80 — in a move the state government says will help the environment and the economy.

AAP

Carbon offsets now at car rego checkout

Buying carbon credits for car emissions will soon be possible for NSW drivers under a plan to tackle the rising carbon footprint of transport.

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