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Chris Minns
Sydney Trains to Keep Chugging Along on New Years Eve, Union and Premier Still at Odds
The rail union has agreed not to conduct any industrial action that would disrupt new year celebrations, but tensions between government and union remain.
‘Deliberate Attack’: Car Set Alight and Anti-Israel Graffiti in Sydney
Premier Chris Minns described the attack on the Jewish community as a ‘disgusting display of anti-Semitism.’
NSW Premier Denies ‘Disgraceful’ Allegation as He’s Referred to the State’s Corruption Watchdog
A Parliamentary Committee has referred New South Wales Premier Chris Minns to ICAC over his connections to a developer.
NSW Residents Urged Not to Use Washing Machines Amid Blackout Fears
‘The climate’s changing, and we are obviously in a transition when it comes to energy,’ the premier said.
NSW Moves to Introduce $20,000 Fines to Curb Climate Rail Blockades at Coal Ports
The NSW government has pushed the new laws through Parliament to prevent anymore disruptions to Australia’s coal operations.
First Person Jailed for Performing Nazi Salute in Victoria
Jacob Hersant was sentenced to a month in jail on Nov. 1 after being found guilty of performing the Nazi salute publicly—a gesture outlawed in Victoria.
NSW Government Unveils Urgent $4 Million Support Package for Power Outage Victims
The area is currently relying on a large-scale backup generator while interim towers are being constructed, expected to be operational by Nov. 6.
NSW Considers Ban on Nazi Salutes Following White Supremacist Rally
About 50 people attended a white supremacist rally in Corowa, sparking calls for NSW to join other states in explicitly banning the Nazi salute.
Social Media Ban Punishments Won’t Fall on Children or Parents, Says Minister
The second day of a joint social media summit has kicked into gear, prompting discussions on how parents navigate the online realm and what rules could come.
Joint Summit to Explore Social Media Restrictions, Age Limits
Premiers of NSW and SA will join leaders from around the nation in discussing plans to ban kids from social media in Australia.
2 Men Charged for Allegedly Displaying Nazi Symbols at Pro-Palestine Rallies
The rally went ahead despite concerns about the sensitivity of the timing on the eve of the anniversary of the Oct. 7 terrorist attack on Israel.
NSW Police to Block Oct. 7 Pro-Palestinian Protests Due to Safety Concerns
This decision has been backed by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and NSW Premier Chris Minns.
Childcare Centres, Workplaces, and Schools to Drive NSW’s Family Violence Prevention
Relationship educators will work with schools across NSW.
Bill to Ban Underage Kids From Social Media to Be Introduced to Australian Parliament
Social media use has been blamed for rising mental health disorders in kids and teenagers.
Tracking, Monitoring Online To Be Treated the Same as In-Person Stalking in NSW
The new definition of stalking was unveiled by the NSW government on Sept. 2.
Premier Attempts to Salvage Billion-Dollar Gold Mine Shuttered Due to Indigenous Heritage
NSW Labor Premier Chris Minns has stepped in to try and save a mining project after federal Environment Minister Tanya Plibersek put a stop to part of it.
New Sydney Metro Set to Service 37,000 Commuters Every Morning
50,000 workers, speeds up to 100km/h, and 200,000 passengers expected on day 1 are just some of the stats surrounding Sydney’s new city metro line.
NSW Government Seeking to Put State CFMEU Branch Into Administration
After seeking to put the national CFMEU office into administration, the government is now seeking similar action against its NSW branch.
Federal Government Appoints Administrator to Deal With Troubled CFMEU
The Fair Work Commission general manager will act as an independent administrator after what has been described as ‘abhorrent’ conduct within the union.
NSW Labor Moves to Suspend CFMEU From Party
A string of controversies has led to Labor calling for the CFMEU to cut ties with the party.
