The NSW government has paused the appointment of new members to its Innovation and Productivity Council (IPC) as it launches a consultation on how it engages with the state’s innovation…The NSW government has paused the appointment of new members to its Innovation and Productivity Council (IPC) as it launches a consultation on how it engages with the state’s innovation ecosystem. “While this work is underway, the Government will pause the appointment of new IPC members,” the spokesperson said, adding that communication with IPC members commenced in December 2025 and that members have been encouraged to contribute feedback to the review process. The decision to pause new IPC appointments raises questions about continuity and governance, particularly given the council’s role as a key advisory body on innovation and productivity policy. The consultation comes just months after the release of the NSW Innovation Blueprint, which identified “engagement” as one of five key action areas but included limited detail on delivery mechanisms, timelines or funding priorities overall. Investment NSW has not indicated when the consultation will conclude, whether its findings will be made public, or when any changes would be implemented.