Media releases

Coastal hazard risk management and adaptation plan sets pathway for collaborative climate planning in the Cocos (Keeling) Islands The Albanese Government has released the Cocos (Keeling) Islands Coastal Hazard Risk Management and Adaptation Plan (CHRMAP), a key step in supporting Cocos to respond and adapt to climate change.

New pipeline secures water future for Jervis Bay Territory Residents of the Jervis Bay Territory, including members of the Wreck Bay Aboriginal Community, will benefit from a more reliable and secure drinking water supply, with construction of the new water pipeline connecting the Territory to the S

Major safety upgrades completed on Warrego and Carnarvon Highways Communities in south west Queensland are benefiting from safer roads, with three major safety projects now completed on the Warrego and Carnarvon highways.

More investment for nation's roads The Albanese Government continues to deliver critical road upgrades for communities across Australia under the Safer Local Roads and Infrastructure Program (SLRIP).

Doors open to Launceston's new community sport hub Launceston’s Northern Suburbs Community Recreation Hub has officially opened, marking a major milestone for community sport, recreation and youth engagement.

Construction kicks off on world-class wildlife hospital at Currumbin The Albanese and Crisafulli Governments are marking the start of construction at a new research and education campus, the Currumbin Wildlife Institute at Currumbin Wildlife Hospital. 

Safer intersection coming for Kialla West A jointly funded upgrade to the Goulburn Valley Highway and Cemetery Road intersection in Kialla West will deliver improved safety for motorists and families travelling to and from school.

National forum to focus on local priorities The Albanese Government will strengthen its close partnership with local government at the Australian Council of Local Government (ACLG) in June this year.

Geelong's new convention centre celebrates completion Major building works on the Nyaal Banyul Geelong Convention and Event Centre are done. 

Entries open for 40th local government awards Nominations are now open for the 2026 National Awards for Local Government.  The annual awards recognise locally led innovation across 13 categories and are now celebrating 40 years.

Nearly $20 million to deliver 33 live-saving road safety projects across regional New South Wales Thirty-three new life-saving projects will make roads safer for pedestrians, cyclists and drivers across regional New South Wales, targeting high-risk locations and delivering practical upgrades where they are needed most

Critical New England Highway corridor transformed with $15.67 million upgrade A major safety transformation on one of the most important highways in regional NSW is now complete, thanks to a $15.7 million upgrade funded by the Albanese and Minns Labor Governments. 

Branchview Road Bridge Upgrade project improves safety and access Rural communities and agricultural producers are the beneficiaries of safety improvements and better all-weather access following today’s (Thursday, March 5 2026) official opening of the Branchview Road Bridge Upgrade project.

Next stage of $36 million Snowy Mountains Highway safety upgrades underway The Albanese and Minns Governments are delivering $36 million in road safety improvements on the Snowy Mountains Highway, with the next stage of works commencing this week.

Coolart Road and Myers Road intersection upgrade completed Another dangerous Mornington Peninsula intersection has been fixed – with the Albanese and Allan Labor Governments delivering a safer road for local families.