What Is The Govt Saying

Parramatta Light Rail Stage 2 construction starts early 2027. The 10km route links Camellia to Olympic Park via 14 stops. $3 billion invested. Procurement for Stage 2a begins soon, creating 2000 jobs.

North Lismore gets 85 new housing lots above the 2022 flood line. Homes NSW will build 24 social dwellings. 76 lots prioritize flood-impacted residents. Land available mid-2026, relocations early 2027.

NSW's Baby Bundle initiative has delivered over 600,000 essential kits to new parents since January 2019. Valued at $329, the updated bundle supports early childhood development. Health Minister Ryan Park highlighted its role in the $157 million parenting package.

NSW grants $10 million for 28 tree planting projects. 47,000 sqm of green space will be created, boosting biodiversity and cooling urban areas. The program expands to Illawarra-Shoalhaven, Hunter, and Central Coast.

NSW Government opens new $700M mental health unit for 12-17 year olds in Western Sydney. Nepean Child and Adolescent Mental Health Unit features 10 private rooms, communal spaces, and specialized clinical areas. Operational by mid-2026.

Federal, provincial, territorial ministers met in Ottawa, co-chaired by Patty Hajdu and Tracy Schmidt. They reviewed progress on Canada-wide child care agreements, noting nearly 155,000 new spaces created and 900,000 children benefiting.

Minister Rebecca Chartrand highlights new Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit. 12 million low/modest-income Canadians to receive support. Spring 2026 launch. One-time payment up to $805 for families.

Secretary of State Wayne Long highlighted the new Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit. Starting spring 2026, it offers $11.7 billion over six years to 12 million low-income Canadians. A one-time payment in spring 2026 boosts the GST Credit by 50%.

Canada invests $950 million for 55 new Toronto subway trains. Trains will have 55% Canadian content, creating over 900 jobs. Ontario matches funding.

Canada grants $700,000 over four years for New Brunswick's Tenant Information Program. The initiative provides free legal advice and education to renters via workshops and pop-up clinics, aiming to improve housing stability.

Germany backs EU listing of Iranian Revolutionary Guards as terrorists. Chancellor Merz stated, "It is a clear signal against the brutal violence in Iran." EU Foreign Affairs Council made the political decision on Jan 29.

DFS Secretary chairs RRB review. 28 RRBs total business ₹12 lakh crore in H1 FY25-26. 45.68 lakh new PMJDY accounts opened. Net profit ₹7,720 crore. GNPA/NNPA declining.

Amit Shah at 10th Mising Youth Festival in Assam: tribal rights protected by cultural unity, not guns. Govt. to recruit Mising youth for CAPFs. Bogibeel Bridge completed by Modi govt. 'Made in Assam' chip by 2026.

India's pharma shifts to value-driven production, focusing on complex generics and innovation. Medical devices sector booms, exporting to 187 countries. Pharma exports hit ₹4.72 lakh crore in FY25. Medical device exports grew to $4.1 billion in FY25.

India's Central Leprosy Division held an IEC outreach program at Dilli Haat on National Leprosy Day. The event featured a street play, cultural performances by affected children, and a self-examination mirror activity to promote awareness, early detection, and reduce stigma. Visitors took a pledge against discrimination.

PM Modi spoke with Venezuela's Acting President Delcy Rodríguez Gómez. They agreed to expand ties in trade, energy, tech, health, agriculture. Both leaders stressed cooperation for the Global South.

VP Shettima commissions Tudun Biri Resettlement Scheme in Kaduna. 133 housing units built, fulfilling President Tinubu's pledge after a 2023 drone misfire. Scheme aims to restore stability and dignity.

Putin chaired a meeting on military technical cooperation. Russia supplied military products to over 30 countries in 2025, exceeding $15 billion in foreign currency revenue despite Western pressure. A significant new export order portfolio was formed.

Russian President met with Iran's Ali Larijani in Moscow on January 30, 2026. The meeting focused on foreign policy.

Vladimir Putin sent greetings to the 24th Golden Eagle National Film Awards. He praised the award's prestige and its recognition of talented filmmakers. Putin highlighted cinema's role in education and strengthening societal values.

MMO secures second MPA byelaw win. Marcos Gonzales-Rivera, master of Brisan FD9, guilty of using prohibited nets in Canyons MCZ. Sentenced to 12-month conditional discharge, £1,688 costs.

MMO grants licences for kelp restoration off NE coast, MOD's Weymouth range maintenance, and Bridgemarsh Marina upgrades. Projects support coastal defence, offshore wind, and national security.

UK Space Agency backs Airbus Launchpad with £3.9 million. Facility aids SMEs, start-ups with labs, workspaces. Aims to boost UK space supply chain, skills. Three companies move in early February.

Planning Inspectorate seeks experienced professionals for local plan inspector roles, a major recruitment drive. Applicants needed for Band 2 and Band 3 positions. Role involves examining plans for housing, infrastructure, and development. Apply via Civil Service Jobs.

Secretary Rubio spoke with UAE Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan. They discussed Gaza peace plan implementation, Yemen, Iran-backed Houthis, and the Sudan humanitarian ceasefire. They agreed to coordinate on regional security.

Secretary Rubio spoke with Turkmenistan Foreign Minister Meredov. They discussed regional security and economic prosperity. Rubio reaffirmed US commitment to business ties and the bilateral relationship.

Secretary Rubio spoke with Greece Foreign Minister Gerapetritis on energy security and regional stability. Both leaders affirmed the U.S.-Greece strategic partnership.

US sanctions six Iranian officials and one investor for suppressing protests and embezzling funds. The move targets the regime's funding of militias and weapons programs over citizen needs. Sanctions are under E.O. 13553, 13224, and 13902.

Jonathan Fritz met Japan & ROK officials in Seoul. They reviewed trilateral cooperation progress, committing to advance security, economic security, tech, and people-to-people ties via the Trilateral Coordinating Secretariat.