2017 media releases

Ken Matthews’ final report into water management and compliance

Ken Matthews AO issued his final report on water management and compliance in New South Wales.

Statement from Ken Matthews November 2017

I have submitted the final report of my Independent Investigation into NSW Water Management and Compliance to the Secretary of the NSW Department of Industry.

Interim report on Travelling Stock Reserves

30 November 2017
Minister for Lands and Forestry and Minister for Primary Industries

The NSW Government remains committed to preserving a viable, well-maintained and connected network of Travelling Stock Reserves across NSW, Minister for Lands and Forestry Paul Toole said today.

Crossroads report highlights strong startup growth in NSW

30 November 2017
Deputy Premier and Minister for Regional NSW, Skills and Small Business

A new report into startup businesses and has found NSW has more startups than any other state, and more successful startups in multiple industries, thanks to strong and growing government support in the sector.

Why students and parents need to look beyond university

29 November 2017
Deputy Premier and Minister for Skills and Assistant Minister for Skills

Deputy Premier and Minister for Skills John Barilaro, and the Assistant Minister for Skills Adam Marshall today said the latest Graduate Outcomes Survey has made a compelling case for students and their parents to look to VET if their ultimate aim is to get a job.

Students recognised for Welcome Desk service

29 November 2017
NSW Department of Industry

StudyNSW has celebrated the volunteering efforts of students on the International Student Welcome Desk at Sydney Airport at a ceremony at NSW Parliament House.

Drone crop analysis boost for ag sector

29 November 2017
Deputy Premier and Minister for Regional NSW

Deputy Premier and Minister for Regional NSW John Barilaro today announced a collaboration between a private business and the University of NSW, together with the support of the NSW Government has led to the development of new drone technology that helps farmers analyse the health of their crops.

Brewing better businesses in the Riverina

29 November 2017
Deputy Premier and Minister for Regional NSW and Member for Murray

Member for Murray Austin Evans, and Deputy Premier and Minister for Regional NSW John Barilaro today announced Whitton Voyager Craft Malt will receive NSW Government funding to expand their malting business in the Riverina.

Chinese e-tailer launch opens up export opportunities

24 November 2017
NSW Department of Industry

NSW Parliamentary Secretary Jonathan O'Dea has officially opened a Sydney distribution centre for Chinese e-tailer VIP.com, supporting export opportunities for NSW businesses.

Cemeteries and Crematoria regulations