On 3 June 2025, the Legislative Assembly of the NSW Parliament passed the Workers Compensation Legislation Amendment Bill 2025. It was introduced to the Legislative Council the following day, where it has stayed. The real story is how the government obtained the numbers to pass this Bill through the Legislative Assembly. It was a trade-off […]| Wood Central
A record 34 Australian properties — 33 homes and a single commercial office — will open their doors for scheduled tours during the International Passivhaus Open Day, which will run from November 7 to 9, organisers said, marking the strongest national showing yet for the high-performance building standard. It comes as the Australian Passivhaus Association […]| Wood Central
More than 465 Australian sites now operate a Responsible Wood or PEFC ‘chain of custody’ system —a high watermark for forest certification in the country. That is according to Responsible Wood’s 2024/25 Annual Report, published today. “In 2024-25, we were notified by certification bodies that six chains of custody certificates had been withdrawn; however, we […]| Wood Central
Australia’s federal, state, and territory building ministers have agreed to pause all non-essential changes to the National Construction Code (NCC), a decision that industry groups say will reduce regulatory complexity and give builders greater certainty, thereby speeding up housing delivery. Wood Central understands that the ministers signed off on a package that allows a targeted […]| Wood Central
The median price of residential land in Australia jumped by 6.8% over the 2024-25 financial year, which is more than three times faster than consumer price inflation over the same period, according to the Housing Industry Association. The HIA-Cotality Residential Land Report provides updated information on sales activity in 52 housing markets across Australia, including […]| Wood Central
Australia's koala population—listed as “Endangered” in Queensland, New South Wales, and the ACT since at least 2022—is now booming across the eastern se| woodcentral.com.au
If you'll be visiting The Rocks once our state and international borders reopen, then you're in for a treat. This area has a ton of colonial history and I find it to be incredibly scenic, with multiple locations where you can get great views of the city. Here's my suggestions for the absolute best things to do in The Rocks, Sydney. The post Best things to do in The Rocks, Sydney: A local’s guide to this historic neighbourhood appeared first on A Globe Well Travelled.| A Globe Well Travelled
When Australia's storm season nears, property owners and managers look for reliable partners to preserve their investments. As extreme weather The post Remedial Services Firm Leverages AI For Marketing Strategy appeared first on Robotic Marketer.| Robotic Marketer
More than a hundred timber workers — and their work boots — have gathered outside the offices of Janelle Saffin, NSW minister and a strong proponent for the| woodcentral.com.au
Blue Mountains is one of my favourite places to visit near Sydney. It’s iconic Australia – dramatic cliffs, lush valleys, and endless ... Read more The post My Perfect Blue Mountains 1 Day Itinerary (From Sydney) appeared first on Australia Obsessed.| Australia Obsessed
I spent two years living in Sydney, and loved every minute of it. From catching the ferry to work every day, to ... Read more The post Living in Sydney: What It’s Really Like (From Someone Who Lived There) appeared first on Australia Obsessed.| Australia Obsessed
Australia's NEM has achieved multiple BESS records, highlighted by total storage capacity reaching 6.5GWh for the first time.| Energy-Storage.News
Someva Renewables and AGL Energy have received the federal greenlight to develop a 2GWh wind-plus-storage project in NSW, Australia.| Energy-Storage.News
11:20 – I don’t think we’ll get any more voting data tonight. I’ve done a quick video summing up the results on Instagram. That’s it for tonight. 10:13 – Kiama p…| The Tally Room
Sovereign citizens don't believe the laws apply to them, so they challenge any punitive measures in court. A NSW magistrate warns this is having serious consequences for everyone.| www.abc.net.au
Before nominations for the Kiama by-election (background here) closed on Thursday, Family First issued a press release stating the party had withdrawn from the contest. Family First’s registered of…| Antony Green's Election Blog
With the resignation of Gareth Ward this morning, shortly before his expected expulsion from Parliament, a by-election will be needed to replace him in Parliament. The Kiama by-election should happ…| The Tally Room
Update: the campaign will be short with the by-election announced for Saturday 13 September. The writ will be issued on 22 August which in NSW electoral law is also the date when the electoral roll…| Antony Green's Election Blog
Is Coffs Harbour worth visiting? The post The Truth About Coffs Harbour, Australia appeared first on Leave Your Daily Hell.| Leave Your Daily Hell
Kristy Peters Key words. mistletoe propagation, Regent Honeyeater, Long-flowered Mistletoe, Needle-leaf Mistletoe Introduction. Mistletoes are hemiparasitic plants that play essential ecological roles in various ecosystems worldwide. Mistletoe is a keystone resource for birds. Its fruits and flowers sustain dozens of … Continue reading →| EMR Project Summaries
Key words. Ecological burn, Asparagus fern, Garden escapes Introduction. Stansfield Reserve consists of approximately 6.5 hectares of bushland in Coal Point, on the western side of Lake Macquarie in New South Wales. Two dry sclerophyll forest vegetation communities occur in … Continue reading →| EMR Project Summaries
Minyumai Rangers Introduction. ‘Minyumai’ is an approx. 2000ha property owned by Minyumai Landholding Aboriginal Corporation (MLHAC) and managed by the MLAC board and the Minyumai Rangers. The property is located on the far north coast of NSW, adjacent to Bundjalung … Continue reading →| EMR Project Summaries
A report by the NSW Auditor-General into the regulation of gaming machines has found that efforts by the state’s regulatory| IAG
GT's review of Sydney's new restaurant opening, The Grill at The International. Our verdict: its classy, confident and cosmopolitan.| Gourmet Traveller
Located just 100 km’s from Sydney but world’s apart from city life, the World Heritage listed Blue Mountains is noted for its stunning mountain views, vibrant forests, thundering waterf…| Love Travelling Blog
Scenic World is a nature themed attraction that really lives up to its name as it is located amid a lush rainforest within the World Heritage listed Blue Mountains in New South Wales. Scenic World,…| Love Travelling Blog
The Entrance We opted to spend the night at The Entrance, an oddly named seaside resort tucked between the Pacific Ocean and the tranquil waters of Tuggerah Lake. The town lies a 95 minute drive no…| Love Travelling Blog
Photon Energy Group said in its Q4 2024 financial results that it lost €1.5 million on the sale of several solar plants in New South Wales.| PV Tech
A proposed electricity interconnector between South Australia and New South Wales gets regulatory approval, however its economic benefit is significantly downplayed.| www.abc.net.au
Newcastle is Australia’s second oldest city and is located just a two hour drive north of Sydney. With heritage buildings, top class museums and a stunning coastline it’s a great place to spe…| Love Travelling Blog
Port Stephens is located an easy two and a half hour drive north of Sydney covering an area that’s even larger than Sydney Harbour. It’s surrounded by natural beauty, wildlife reserves,…| Love Travelling Blog
The Hunter Valley is one of Australia’s renowned wine regions and is also home to the beautiful Hunter Valley Gardens. The region is located around a two hour drive from Sydney and getting ar…| Love Travelling Blog
Having spent the last five days exploring Sydney it was time to move on so we collected a hire car from the airport, loaded our luggage on board and set off for the next part of our Australian adve…| Love Travelling Blog
New South Wales Government House, Sydney Government House, Sydney Government House was built in 1845 and resembles a small castle and is the official home of the Governor of the State of New South …| Love Travelling Blog
The Sydney Opera House is one of Australia’s most iconic buildings and is located on the headland of Bennelong Point. If you’re curious about its history and what it looks like inside then co…| Love Travelling Blog
Darling Harbour is a popular waterside location that’s close to the centre of Sydney so after enjoying breakfast on the balcony of our suite at the Quest, St. Leonards we boarded a train to t…| Love Travelling Blog
Arriving in Sydney After enjoying a fabulous three day stopover in Singapore we boarded a late night Singapore Airlines flight down to Sydney, arriving at 11.00 a.m. local time. It had been many ye…| Love Travelling Blog
Copper has performed well in recent years, and the price of copper on the COMEX and LME reached record highs in May.While it has pulled back over the following months, there is plenty of optimism for the red metal over the longer-term. Many market watchers are forecasting a robust outlook, especiall...| INN
Renting a campervan in Australia? Here's everything you need to know about booking, planning your route, finding campsites and what to pack.| Rebecca and the World
These epic Australian road trips will give you serious wanderlust. From the coast to the Outback, here are the best road trips in Australia.| Rebecca and the World
The innovative Danish-born chef is a master of making anomalous ideas and flavour combinations seem simple.| Gourmet Traveller
Playful Australian takes on Asian flavours shine at King Clarence.| Gourmet Traveller
From new-wave Australiana boltholes to a slick multi-venue dining mecca in the city.| Gourmet Traveller
On a trip to the Lake Macquarie region of NSW, I encountered Caves Beach - a popular place with moonscape tunnels by the sea.| The Andy T Channel
Kianinny bay is a stunning spot in Tathra. Its sheltered water make it a great place for a snorkel or swim.| Curious Campers
Why the Eden nature cruise on Twofold Bay is great fun even if it is not whale watching season.| Curious Campers
