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NSW to establish ‘milestone’ advisory faith council
Religious leaders will use a “milestone” faith council to push New South Wales Premier Chris Minns for stronger protections for religious freedom, amendments to euthanasia laws and better outcomes for their communities. Source: The Australian.
Principals want review of Scripture classes in NSW public schools
Principals are pushing for an urgent review of religious education in New South Wales public schools, warning Scripture classes are disrupting the curriculum and forcing thousands of students to miss out on crucial learning time. Source: Sydney Morning Herald.
Gay conversion law would ban suppression of gender identity
The New South Wales Government’s plans to ban gay conversion therapy will be expanded to include making it illegal to change or suppress a person identifying as trans or gender diverse. Source: Sydney Morning Herald.
Independent MP’s push to fast-track gambling reforms
An independent New South Wales MP targeted by the gambling industry before the state election will attempt to fast-track cashless gambling into pubs and clubs ahead of a 12-month trial, insisting the evidence to back the technology already exists. Source: Sydney Morning Herald.
Cashless gaming panel has ‘big job’ to do
The New South Wales cashless gaming trial will be overseen by a panel comprising police, gambling and health experts and industry representatives – including the leader of a key Catholic organisation. Source: Yahoo News.
Family violence victims get greater access to accommodation
Those seeking emergency accommodation in New South Wales will now have greater access and a higher asset threshold to qualify, the Minns Government announced. Source: Yahoo News.
Faith leaders back mooted changes to NSW anti-discrimination laws
Faith leaders have welcomed proposed changes to New South Wales’ anti-discrimination laws to outlaw vilification on religious grounds, as part of efforts to address religious freedom in the state. Source: The Catholic Weekly.
New cemetery to be fast-tracked after standoff resolved
Construction of Sydney’s newest cemetery will resume after the New South Wales Labor Government resolved a stand-off between its Catholic operator and the previous government. Source: The Catholic Weekly.
Faith groups hopeful new Labor Government will keep promises
Faith groups have welcomed the election of the new Labor Government in New South Wales, expressing hope that new Premier Chris Minns will listen to and respect people of faith and fulfil pre-election commitments. Source: The Catholic Weekly.