2017 media releases

University network to drive NSW defence

3 November 2017
Minister for Trade and Industry

The NSW Government will invest $1.25 million in a new university-led network to bolster defence-related research and development activity across the state.

NSW trade minister embarks on Malaysia and Singapore mission

31 October 2017
Minister for Trade and Industry

Minister for Trade and Industry today embarked on a trade and investment mission to Malaysia and Singapore.

NSW Government backs small business in growing digital economy

25 October 2017
Deputy Premier and Minister for Small Business

Deputy Premier and Minister for Small Business John Barilaro said a new report shows small businesses are successfully taking up digital tools to boost revenue growth and job creation.

North Sydney company wins NSW Exporter of the Year Award

25 October 2017
Minister for Trade and Industry

North Sydney-based global software design firm Soprano Design is the 2017 Premier’s NSW Exporter of the Year.

Small business confidence soars in NSW

25 October 2017
Deputy Premier and Minister for Small Business and NSW Treasurer

Small and medium sized businesses in NSW are more confident about a growing state economy than at any point in the last four years, according to the new Sensis business Index.

Bus drives small business success in Narromine and Warren

24 October 2017
NSW Department of Industry

Small business owners in and around Narromine and Warren can hop on board the bus next week where they will receive independent advice from experienced business advisors.

Support for international student in Northern Rivers region

20 October 2017
NSW Department of Industry

The NSW Government is partnering with Southern Cross University as part of a statewide program to support and engage with the state’s international students.

Deputy Premier embarks on German VET mission

20 October 2017
Deputy Premier and Minister for Skills

Deputy Premier and Minister for Skills John Barilaro will meet with Germany’s top institutions as part of a plan to supercharge NSW's VET system.

Education providers converge on international student mental health

18 October 2017
NSW Department of Industry

International education providers from around NSW have come together in Sydney today to discuss mental health support for international students.

NSW Government ready to buy into business

17 October 2017
Deputy Premier and Minister for Regional NSW, Small Business and Skills

The NSW Government is set to buy a stake in some of the state’s top businesses by setting up a $150 million equity fund in partnership with First State Super.