“I have made clear from the beginning that I was in politics to make a difference, and then move on. After 10 years in public life, this moment for me has arrived,” he said in an official statement.
In a press release, the Urban Taskforce acknowledged the “incredible position” Baird had achieved for New South Wales, emphasising that the next premier should be someone who continues to push for growth in infrastructure, which was the hallmark of Baird’s term.
“Mike Baird as NSW Premier has been a great champion of the growth of metropolitan Sydney with a commitment towards delivering badly-needed public transport networks throughout Sydney,” said Chris Johnson, chief executive officer of the Urban Taskforce.
“Sydney is Australia’s global city, and as a result, it must develop into a well-connected metropolis, with additional density, housing and services located around a metro rail network. It is crucial the new Premier continue this approach to ensure Sydney’s continued success as a growing, prosperous global city with a high standard of living.
“The alignment of infrastructure, transport and urban planning will be critical to the shape of the new cabinet once a new Premier has been appointed.”
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