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NSW Public Works
Agency overview
Formed 1859
Preceding agencies
  • New South Wales Office of Public Works & Services
  • New South Wales Department of Public Works
  • New South Wales Public Works Advisory
Jurisdiction New South Wales
Headquarters 4 Parramatta Square, 12 Darcy Street, Parramatta, Sydney
Employees 500
Minister responsible
  • Tara Moriarty MP,
    Minister for Regional New South Wales
Agency executive
  • Drew Varnum,
    Executive Director
Parent Agency Department of Regional NSW
Website https://www.publicworks.nsw.gov.au/

NSW Public Works (or New South Wales Public Works) is a government agency in New South Wales, Australia. It gives expert advice and services to other government groups.

This agency helps manage many different projects. These can be big or small. They also handle contracts for buildings and other facilities. The value of these projects can be more than A$billion each year.

In July 2016, NSW Public Works joined with another group called Property NSW. Together, they formed a new part of the government called the New South Wales Public Works Advisory.

What Does NSW Public Works Do?

NSW Public Works helps the government build and manage important things. Think of schools, hospitals, roads, and water systems. They make sure these projects are done well and on time.

They offer advice on how to plan and carry out these projects. They also help manage the money and make sure everything follows the rules.

Who Leads the Agency?

The agency is led by an Executive Director. This person reports to leaders in the Department of Regional NSW.

These leaders then report to a Minister. A Minister is a special elected official in the government. They are in charge of a specific area, like regional development.

As of 2024, NSW Public Works continues to be an active agency. You can find more information on their official website.

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