NSW Introduces New Safeguards for Learner Drivers and Driving Instructors
Desi Australia September 17, 2026
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NSW Introduces New Safeguards for Learner Drivers and Driving Instructors

The NSW Government has introduced updated regulations aimed at strengthening protections for learner drivers while increasing accountability across the state’s driving instruction industry. The new Driving Instructors Regulation 2026 introduces clearer requirements for driving instructors and schools following a period of public consultation. Among the key changes is a requirement for instructors and driving schools […]

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NSW Brings Back $250 Washing Machines As Cost-Of-Living Program Opens 6,000 New Spots
Desi Australia August 10, 2026
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NSW Brings Back $250 Washing Machines As Cost-Of-Living Program Opens 6,000 New Spots

Thousands of households across New South Wales will have another opportunity to cut their household bills, with the Minns Labor Government bringing back its popular Washing Machine Exchange Program for a third round. A further 6,000 discounted washing machines are now available to eligible households, allowing pensioners, veterans, social housing tenants and low-income households to […]

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NSW Launches Multilingual Liquor Law Videos To Help Licensed Venues Stay Compliant
Desi Australia July 30, 2026
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NSW Launches Multilingual Liquor Law Videos To Help Licensed Venues Stay Compliant

Licensed venues and event organisers across New South Wales now have access to a new multilingual educational resource designed to make understanding liquor laws easier and more accessible. Liquor & Gaming NSW has launched a series of short animated instructional videos aimed at helping businesses that sell or supply alcohol better understand their legal obligations […]

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Hornsby Shire’s Taste Of Harmony Festival To Celebrate Global Cultures This September
Desi Australia July 17, 2026
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Hornsby Shire’s Taste Of Harmony Festival To Celebrate Global Cultures This September

Hornsby Shire is preparing to host one of its most vibrant multicultural celebrations as Taste of Harmony 2026 brings together food, music and cultural traditions from around the world. The free community festival will showcase the rich diversity of the region, offering residents and visitors an immersive cultural experience this September. Presented by Hornsby Shire […]

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NSW Invests $38 Million to Expand Westmead Hospital Services and Boost Healthcare Capacity
Desi Australia July 10, 2026
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NSW Invests $38 Million to Expand Westmead Hospital Services and Boost Healthcare Capacity

The New South Wales Government has announced a healthcare package worth more than $38 million to strengthen services at Westmead Hospital, one of Australia’s busiest public health facilities. The investment is aimed at increasing patient capacity, improving specialist care and supporting frontline healthcare workers across Western Sydney. A key component of the package is the […]

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Parramatta Moves Closer To Becoming Western Sydney’s First True 24-Hour CBD With NSW Government Funding Boost
Desi Australia June 29, 2026
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Parramatta Moves Closer To Becoming Western Sydney’s First True 24-Hour CBD With NSW Government Funding Boost

Parramatta has taken another major step towards becoming a vibrant 24-hour destination after securing a $195,000 Special Entertainment Precinct (SEP) Kickstart Grant from the NSW Government. The funding will support the City of Parramatta in developing and trialling a Special Entertainment Precinct in the heart of its CBD, paving the way for a more dynamic […]

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