Policy, regulation and governance play a critical role in shaping infrastructure outcomes, influencing how projects are funded, prioritised and delivered. Alignment between local authorities, regional bodies and national government is essential to address long-term challenges such as connectivity, climate resilience and investment, while enabling a more coordinated and strategic approach to infrastructure planning. This includes evolving national oversight arrangements such as the National Infrastructure and Service Transformation Authority (NISTA) and the National Energy Systems Operator (NESO). SWIP provides a platform through this theme to share perspectives on how policy and governance can better support joined-up infrastructure delivery.
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