DV measures pass parliament amid discussion of funding allocation

Offenders who commit aggravated breaches of court orders aimed at protecting victim survivors of domestic and family violence, will face longer sentences, under laws passed…

Pet ownership easier under NSW rental reforms

People who rent their home and want to live with a pet, will face fewer barriers, under new laws planned in NSW.People who rent their…

LGBTIQ hate crimes inquiry recommendations to be implemented in full

The NSW Government says it will support all 19 recommendations from an inquiry into LGBTIQ hate crimes.The NSW Government says it will support all 19…

NSW bans the use of Alternative Care Arrangements for children and young people

The NSW Government has announced an end to a costly practice that saw vulnerable children assigned to unsuitable emergency accommodation, in an experience described by…

NSW Government orders inquiry on loneliness

A Parliamentary Inquiry will examine the rise of loneliness and its impact on mental health in NSW, something now affecting nearly 40 per cent of…

Retail trading restrictions extended for ANZAC Day in NSW

Supermarkets and other retailers will be required to close for the entirety of ANZAC Day, under changes announced by the NSW Government. Under the Retail…

Justice measures in NSW Budget welcome but gaps remain

Increases in funding for legal services outlined in the NSW Budget have been welcomed by Brett McGrath, President of the Law Society of NSW. More…

DV bail reforms pass parliament

New laws making it more difficult for alleged domestic violence offenders to be released on bail, have been passed in the NSW Parliament. The changes…

Law Society warns youth bail reforms are ‘unprecedented’

Changes to bail laws in NSW will see children and young people who are unlikely to be found guilty of an offence, incarcerated, according to…

“Rebuilding trust” – New powers for the NSW Building Commissioner

Facing a target of 375.000 new homes to be built in five years, the NSW Government announces new legislation to tackle illegal practices in the…