Supporter Toolkit: Take Action on the Minns Planning Reform Bill

Now it’s time to make your voice heard. Use the resources below to take action, individually or with your local groups.

Remember: If you’ve already acted, thank you — your voice matters.

Every additional action strengthens our collective voice. Visit our blog for links, templates, and guidance to make your feedback count.

1. Contact Elected Officials

Your emails and letters matter. Reach out to:

Draft email template:

Subject: Oppose the Minns Planning Reform Bill

Dear [Name],

I am writing to express my concern about the Minns Planning Reform Bill. The Bill gives unprecedented power to developers, sidelines environmental safeguards, and limits community consultation.

I urge you to protect NSW communities and the environment by opposing or amending this Bill.

Yours sincerely,
[Your Name]
[Suburb / Local Area]

Note: Use this template as a base — add local examples, issues, or personal stories for more impact.

3. Engage with Your Local Council

Councils can pass resolutions and submit formal objections on behalf of the community.

How to do it:

Email your council with concerns about the Bill.
Ask your council to formally lodge a submission with the state government.

Draft email template for councils:

Subject: Request Council Action on Minns Planning Reform Bill

Dear [Council Name],

The Minns Planning Reform Bill threatens our local environment, green spaces, biodiversity and community decision-making. I urge the council to formally submit feedback opposing or seeking amendments to this Bill.

Thank you for considering the community’s voice.

Sincerely,
[Your Name]
[Suburb / Local Area]

4. Be Specific in Your Feedback

When submitting feedback to the government or your MP, the council, or during consultation periods, focus on concrete issues:

Traffic and infrastructure impacts
Loss of local character or heritage
Environmental degradation, tree removal, or pollution risks
Impacts on solar access, green space, and biodiversity

6. Quick Actions You Can Take Now

Email the Minister for Planning and your local MP using the draft templates above
Contact your council to request formal submissions
Share this post with friends, local groups, and networks to multiply the impact

7. Share and Mobilise

Share on social media using #ProtectNSWPlanning
Organise community meetings to discuss the Bill and coordinate collective action
Distribute flyers using a prepared template to inform your community about the Bill and ways to take action