NSW Parliament Resumes as State Visit Tightens Security Across Sydney

NSW Parliament and State Visit Headline Today's Agenda

Sydney’s political landscape is exceptionally active today, Tuesday, 10 February 2026, as the New South Wales Parliament returns for its second week of sittings this month. The legislative session coincides with a high-profile state visit from Israeli President Isaac Herzog, which has prompted a major security operation across the Sydney CBD and the eastern suburbs.

Legislative Assembly and Council Sessions

Both the Legislative Assembly and the Legislative Council are scheduled to sit today. According to the official parliamentary calendar, proceedings will begin in the morning, with the highly anticipated Question Time expected to commence at 12:00 PM. Known locally as the "Bear Pit," the Assembly is expected to see robust debate regarding the ongoing cost-of-living crisis and inflation management.

Key items on the legislative agenda include the continuation of debates from the previous week. Recent business papers have highlighted the Library Amendment Bill 2026 and the Surveillance Devices and Other Legislation Amendment Bill as priority items for the government. Members of the crossbench are also expected to use their allotted questions to push for transparency on regional infrastructure funding and housing resilience following recent state-wide assessments.

State Visit and Official Meetings

Beyond the gates of Parliament House, official government activity is focused on the four-day state visit of President Isaac Herzog. Following a tribute at Bondi Beach yesterday, the President is slated to hold official meetings today with senior Australian officials, including Governor-General Sam Mostyn and various leaders from across the political spectrum. These meetings are intended to bolster diplomatic ties and discuss community solidarity in the wake of the December terror shooting in Bondi.

Major Event Security and Public Impact

The NSW Government has invoked rarely used "major event" legislation to manage the visit, granting police expanded powers within designated areas of the city. Sydneysiders are advised of the following disruptions today:

• CBD Transport: Buses to and from Circular Quay are being diverted to Martin Place through Thursday afternoon. Road closures are currently in effect on Bligh Street, Macquarie Street, and Phillip Street.
• Eastern Suburbs: Transport for NSW has confirmed that Route 356 will miss several stops along Queens Park Road today between 9:30 AM and 2:30 PM.
• Security Presence: A heavy police presence, including mounted units and aerial surveillance, is active in the CBD to manage planned demonstrations and ensure the safety of the official delegation.

While local councils such as the City of Sydney and North Sydney Council held their primary meetings on Monday, the focus for local administrators today remains on coordinating with state authorities to mitigate the impact of the CBD's high-security status on local businesses and commuters.