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25.01.2022 Less than a month to go to submit nominations for the Greater Sydney Planning Awards. Don't miss out on the opportunity to recognise your project or initiative. Find out more - www.greater.sydney/awards #GSPA21

25.01.2022 Just like the Greater Sydney Women's Safety Charter, the Investing in Women Funding Program aims to support projects that increase women's participation in the community while feeling safe, improve financial well-being and employment opportunities. Applications close 5pm Friday 30 April. https://www.women.nsw.gov.au//investing-in-women-funding-p

25.01.2022 With recent disasters including drought, a summer of bushfires, flooding rains and the current COVID-19 pandemic, Greater Sydney’s resilience is being tested like never before. We can’t predict emergencies, but we can prepare for them. This #EmergencyPreparednessWeek follow these simple steps to make a plan for emergency situations https://www.redcross.org.au/prepare.

24.01.2022 Greater Sydney’s iconic city shaping decision number 4 Warragamba Dam. Warragamba Dam, creating Lake Burragorang, was built at a time when the city had just 1.5 million inhabitants but has supported our growth toward and beyond 5 million people. The dam took 12 years to build and has underpinned Sydney’s transformation into a global city on the edge of the planet’s driest inhabited continent, proving itself a resounding success and a priceless investment. Find out more about the iconic 11 https://www.greater.sydney/4-warragamba-dam. WaterNSW Community

24.01.2022 We’re excited to announce the launch of the Western Parkland City Place-based Infrastructure Compact, a new plan for delivering infrastructure and services to a growing area. Find out how we can help deliver the vision for the Western Parkland City www.greater.sydney/project/western-sydney-pic-program.

21.01.2022 Happy #InternationalDogDay to all the pawsome, socially distant, doggos in Greater Sydney.

21.01.2022 If you live or work on the Central Coast, now’s your chance to tell us about the opportunities you want see in this unique region. Have your say online before Monday 25 Jan https://www.haveyoursay.nsw.gov.au/central-coast-strategy.

21.01.2022 Today we have published a report highlighting stakeholder feedback from our engagement with Central Coast community members and businesses about economic opportunities in the region. Read more - https://www.greater.sydney/cont/what-we-heard-central-coast

19.01.2022 What are Greater Sydney’s 11 city shaping icons? Our Chief Commissioner has highlighted the crucial projects, conceived or constructed amidst challenge and adversity, that have shaped Greater Sydney over the past 100 years. Find out more https://www.greater.sydney/thought-leadership-paper-city-sh.

19.01.2022 Message received: 1. Eat lots of Easter chocolate 2. Recycle the foil wrapper 3. Support the development of a circular economy ... https://fb.watch/4AKhvVsMib

18.01.2022 Check out our plans for the future of the Western Parkland City! You can find out all about our plans for delivering infrastructure and services. Explore the Place-based Infrastructure Compact and tell us what you think https://www.haveyoursay.nsw.gov.au/western-parkland-city.

18.01.2022 Greater Sydney’s iconic city shaping decision number 3 Social Housing Estates. We all need somewhere to live. In 1942 state governments spurred on social housing, providing good-quality, affordable housing for people of differing incomes across the city, with a focus on families and returned servicemen. Find out more about the iconic 11 https://www.greater.sydney/3-social-housing-estates. Dept of Communities and Justice NSW - stronger together

18.01.2022 Six new metro stations will become the transport spine for the Western Parkland City. With construction (supporting 14,000 jobs) starting this year the project will be a major economic stimulus. Learn more about this city-shaping project https://www.sydneymetro.info/westernsydneyairportline.

16.01.2022 Greater Sydney’s iconic city shaping decision number 6 Sydney Opera House. It is the jewel in the crown of Sydney Harbour and one of the most recognisable and unique structures in the world, on a site of historic and cultural significance. The Sydney Opera House earns and deserves all superlatives. Find out more about the iconic 11 https://www.greater.sydney/6-sydney-opera-house. Sydney Opera House

16.01.2022 The current rate of accelerated and far-reaching change has the potential to exacerbate inequalities in cities. This presents a challenge to city planning. The Greater Sydney Region Plan emphasises the importance of city-shaping infrastructure to overcome this inequality by shaping three cities where people can access jobs and services within 30 minutes of where they live. Find out more at www.greater.sydney/resilient-and-equitable-urban-structure.

16.01.2022 Greater Sydney is one of Asia Pacific's premiere travel destinations, but our visitor economy is still feeling the impacts of COVID-19. Before the pandemic, Greater Sydney welcomed 44.9 million visitors who spent $22.8 billion, employing more than 135,000 people. The impacts of closed international borders are widespread and include secondary sectors such as hospitality, food and beverage, arts and culture and retail. Find out more about the productivity impacts of COVID-19 https://www.greater.sydney/jobs-and-productivity.

16.01.2022 The final Master Plan for the Meadowbank Education and Employment Precinct has been released and sets a new vision for how we learn and connect. In response to community consultation the Master Plan has a strong focus on local and pedestrian connectivity, station centres, traffic management and green infrastructure. Find out more about the Master Plan https://www.greater.sydney/project/meadowbank.

15.01.2022 Greater Sydney’s iconic city shaping decision number 9 Planning for the Sydney Olympics. The 2000 Sydney Olympic Games and their planning were another transformative chapter in the story of our city. The physical legacy of rail, road, stadia and parkland is impressive and has brought benefits to our city long-term and will continue to do so. Find out more about the iconic 11 https://www.greater.sydney/9-planning-sydney-olympics. Sydney Olympic Park

15.01.2022 Greater Sydney’s metropolis of three cities is and always will be on Aboriginal land #NAIDOC2020 #alwayswasalwayswillbe.

15.01.2022 What infrastructure and services do you want to see in the Western Parkland City? Explore the Place-based Infrastructure Compact here and drop a pin on the map to share your ideas https://www.haveyoursay.nsw.gov.au/western-parkland-city.

14.01.2022 Greater Sydney’s iconic city shaping decision number 7 Westmead Hospital. The decision to move major health services to Western Sydney was a direct investment in equity for our western suburbs. It has since transformed into one of the largest hospital complexes in the southern hemisphere with many world-leading services. Find out more about the iconic 11 https://www.greater.sydney/7-westmead-hospital. Western Sydney Health

14.01.2022 Why do we love murals, especially ones that celebrate women in the built environment? They make our neighbourhoods beautiful! They add colour to our streets, attract new local businesses and boost the economy of an area. It makes the women and girls, of all types, in Greater Sydney feel included and welcome.

14.01.2022 Public space in Greater Sydney is everybody’s business. It’s central to the Greater Sydney Region Plan and the Greener Public Spaces Premier’s Priority. So, how can we improve it? Submit your ideas for the Public Space Ideas Competition by this Friday 28 August. https://sydney.org.au/psic/ #PSIC2020 #ReimagineSydney

13.01.2022 At the Greater Sydney Commission we’re distanced, but united in showing support for this year’s #JerseyDayAU. Now's the time, start a conversation today about organ donation and visit www.donatelife.gov.au to register your donation intentions.

12.01.2022 Greater Sydney’s iconic city shaping decision number 8 The Deepwater Ocean Outfalls. There’s certainly nothing exciting about sewerage projects. But this one required vision, risk-taking and a hard decision. The outfalls changed our city, our beaches were clean and the water wasn’t a health hazard. Find out more about the iconic 11 https://www.greater.sydney/8-deepwater-ocean-outfalls. Sydney Water

12.01.2022 Are you aged between 16 and 30? Do you want to earn money while having a voice in planning Greater Sydney’s future? Applications for our Youth Panel vacancy close tomorrow https://www.greater.sydney//join-greater-sydney-commission.

11.01.2022 Listening to the voices of young people is an integral part of planning at the Greater Sydney Commission. Our Youth Panel have a range of experiences, thoughts, ideas and perspectives that enrich our decision making and outcomes. Are you a young person interested in being a part of this vibrant group? We have a vacancy for an Eastern City District member to join the Panel and have a say in planning Greater Sydney’s future. Visit our website to find out more https://www.greater.sydney//join-greater-sydney-commission.

11.01.2022 The Westmead Health and Education Precinct is taking major strides with today’s Innovation Quarter announcement (iQ), integrating innovative health and medical research. iQ is set to connect Australia’s brightest minds, making it the Southern Hemisphere’s most exciting research, health, commercial and retail precinct. The development will continue transforming the Central City into a world-class health district https://www.iqwestmead.com.au/.

11.01.2022 Did somebody say free trees? Don't walk, run! Time to get a plantin' Greater Sydney.

11.01.2022 Just one week left to submit nominations for the Greater Sydney Planning Awards. We invite projects and initiatives that will deliver benefits to communities, economies and the environment. https://greater.sydney/awards #GSPA21

10.01.2022 Be part of our newsletter subscriber list to stay up to date with our latest projects and initiatives. We’re sending out a newsletter very soon so don’t miss out sign up now. www.greater.sydney/subscribe_newsletter

10.01.2022 What was it like starting university as a virtual student? Our Youth Panel member Mariam discusses the education challenges facing young people during the Coronavirus pandemic, including reduced motivation and technology access. The dramatic shift to online learning has also brought a range of positives such as reduced costs and time saved on public transport. Mariam been able to use the four hours she’d usually spend commuting on liveability benefits, like exercise. Find out more at https://www.greater.sydney/big-issues-young-people.

10.01.2022 Greater Sydney’s iconic city shaping decision number 2 The Sydney Harbour Bridge. The visionary scale of this project has kept it fit for purpose in 2020 despite numerous changes including the operation of trams, additional traffic lanes, a dedicated cycleway and the recent removal of toll booths. Its impact on shaping our metropolis cannot be understated. Find out more about the iconic 11 https://www.greater.sydney/2-sydney-harbour-bridge Transport for NSW

09.01.2022 Greater Sydney’s iconic city shaping decision number 5 Western Sydney Parklands. Our city’s backyard, the largest urban parkland in Australia and one of the defining features of our western city’s landscape. The Parklands are one of the biggest successes of urban planning and government in making decisions and reaping the rewards over a long period of acquisition and protection. Find out more about the iconic 11 https://www.greater.sydney/5-western-sydney-parklands-our-c. Western Sydney Parklands

09.01.2022 Did you know the Western Parkland City needs 189,000 new homes by 2036? What infrastructure and services will these homes need? Jump online and let us know your thoughts on how the city can grow https://www.greater.sydney/proje/western-sydney-pic-program.

09.01.2022 We’re wishing a very egg-ceptional Easter to our Western Parkland City, Central River City and Eastern Harbour City.

09.01.2022 What do young people want for the Central City? Our Chief Commissioner Geoff Roberts AM recently caught up with our Youth Panel member Lisa, ensuring that young people have a voice and are heard in planning Greater Sydney’s future. Lisa spoke about the importance of investing in health, education and services to achieve a 30-minute city. She thinks that post COVID-19 jobs for young people are going to look different, we need to focus on capacity building, strengthening resilience and working hard to bring the jobs to where the people live. We hear you Lisa! Find out more at https://www.greater.sydney/big-issues-young-people.

07.01.2022 Streets are the most common places in any city. They connect and unite communities, increasingly so. How can we reimagine and balance the dual function of streets as places for people and movement? Share your ideas with https://sydney.org.au/psic/awards/ #PSIC2020 #ReimagineSydney

07.01.2022 Young people want jobs that align with their values and morals, where they can strive to make positive social change. They’re looking for equal opportunities and jobs close to where they live. As part of the Young Changemakers Challenge we’re calling on young people to tell us how they’d tackle issues relating to employment. For more info or to enter visit https://changemakers.sydney #YCC2021

07.01.2022 Our Western Parkland City’s visitor economy is growing, with huge drawcards of attractions and tourism businesses like those in #westernsydneyparklands.

06.01.2022 What do young people want for their future in Greater Sydney? We’ve got a once-in-a-generation opportunity, as we awaken these local centres post COVID-19, to build-in a better way than before. The Greater Sydney Commission needs the voice of young people to guide this. Our youth panel member Jayden thinks it’s time for a shake-up and we need to provide structures and flexibility for young people’s jobs. We need to revitalise the night-time economy and put people at the centre of our planning.

06.01.2022 Let’s keep the momentum going! 58 businesses in Greater Sydney have signed the Women’s Safety Charter all of whom play a part in making our city safer. Who’s next? https://www.greater.sydney/womens-safety-charter

05.01.2022 Fantastic to see youth engagement in the Eastern City. As we have learned from our Greater Sydney Youth Panel, young people have a heightened local knowledge and expertise, making their inclusion in planning incredibly valuable. Learn more about our panel https://www.greater.sydney/youth-panel.

05.01.2022 Innovative technology is being trialed by Transport for NSW to improve safety for women on Greater Sydney’s train network. Great to see this important work towards equality from our foundation partners in the Women’s Safety Charter.

05.01.2022 Greater Sydney’s iconic city shaping decision number 1 The City Circle. An enduring Bradfield legacy, the impact of the City Circle, whose construction languished between political cycles, global events and economic downturns over many years, should not be understated in keeping Sydney moving today. Find out more about the iconic 11 https://www.greater.sydney/1-city-circle. Transport for NSW.

05.01.2022 We asked Muhadissa, what are the issues affecting young people from diverse backgrounds? She spoke about employment problems, mental health issues and engagement issues. Barriers to employment can cause feelings of uselessness and depression. Listen to Muhadissa’s thoughts on changes to provide equal job opportunities for our multicultural youth. Find out more at https://www.greater.sydney/big-issues-young-people.

04.01.2022 It’s the first day on the job for our new CEO Elizabeth Mildwater. She’s wasting no time getting the low down on all things Greater Sydney Commission. The team is very excited to get started on a busy year of city-shaping in 2021. Welcome aboard Elizabeth!

04.01.2022 We asked Matilda, Co-Chair of our Youth Panel and proud Wiradjuri woman, what the #NAIDOC2020 theme means to her Always Was, Always Will Be. recognises that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have occupied and cared for our country for tens of thousands of years. It is a week to celebrate my people’s history, culture, achievements, and spiritual and cultural connections to Country. NAIDOC 2020 invites Australians from all walks of life to embrace the true history... of this country, and to learn from and engage with the local First Nations community. I want all Australians to celebrate the fact that we hold the oldest continuing cultures on the planet, and to recognise that our sovereignty was never ceded. This is important not just on NAIDOC Week, but every day that we have the pleasure of working, living, and learning on such sacred lands. #AlwaysWasAlwaysWillBe See more

04.01.2022 Don't miss out on the chance to highlight your recent project! Nominations for the Greater Sydney Planning Awards close on Wednesday at 5pm. Find out more at www.greater.sydney/awards #GSPA21

03.01.2022 In recent times of hardship, bushfires and droughts, the arts community have given their time freely to come together and support our city. What can we do to support Greater Sydney’s arts community affected by coronavirus? Our Youth Panel member Jack, a local musician, has had jobs cancelled due to social distancing restrictions and shares his views on the importance of supporting our music community. Find out more at https://www.greater.sydney/big-issues-young-people.

02.01.2022 We’re working with local stakeholders and other State agencies to create better economic opportunities on the Central Coast. If you live or work in the region, we want to hear from you. Head here to tell us what’s important to you https://www.haveyoursay.nsw.gov.au/central-coast-strategy.

02.01.2022 Let’s celebrate World Town Planning Day, in a year that hasn’t quite gone to plan! The COVID-19 pandemic is a once-in-a-generation event that will challenge how we plan for land use and infrastructure and how we optimise our city’s valuable assets for recovery. Greater Sydney’s urban structure and the existing strategic planning framework are robust and well-suited to support recovery and resilience. Find out more about A Metropolis of Three Cities https://www.greater.sydney/metropolis-of-three-cities.

02.01.2022 We’ve all experienced big changes during the COVID-19 pandemic, but how has it impacted Greater Sydney? Our evidence-based review, City-shaping impacts of COVID-19, has analysed extensive data to identify 9 key focus areas for city decision-makers. Find out more about our research into the impacts and responses that will be fundamental to Greater Sydney’s COVID-19 recovery www.greater.sydney/city-shaping-impacts-of-covid-19.

02.01.2022 The latest data shows that young people have been disproportionately affected by COVID-19 job losses. How can we work together to address this? Matilda suggests creating a forum bringing universities, TAFE, industry and government together to talk about the big issues facing young people and the job industries of the future. Find our more at https://www.greater.sydney/big-issues-young-people.