Media releases

Streamlining Norfolk's employment and VET services The Australian Government is committed to supporting Norfolk Islanders build their future, with a new streamlined employment and VET assistance program to roll out from July 1 next year.

2024 end of year message to the Norfolk Island community As another busy year draws to a close, I want to thank you for your shared commitment to building a more sustainable pathway forward for Norfolk Island. 

2024 end of year message to the Indian Ocean Territories community I would like to wish everyone across the Indian Ocean Territories a happy and peaceful holiday season.  For many of us, this is a chance to be with family and friends, and to rest and reset.

$23 million for Cocos (Keeling) Islands' climate change preparedness The Albanese Government is supporting the Cocos (Keeling) Islands to respond to the impacts of climate change, investing more than $23 million to improve emergency preparedness and community safety, while planning for the future. 

Builder announced for Twelve Apostles Visitor Experience Centre The Twelve Apostles Precinct Redevelopment has reached a major milestone, with the head contractor for the new Visitor Experience Centre announced today.

Nyaal Banyul reaches new heights as construction continues in Geelong Nyaal Banyul Geelong Convention and Event Centre precinct is making its mark on the Geelong skyline, as the Crowne Plaza hotel reaches the highest point of construction this week. 

Unlocking the future of the Lake Jindabyne Foreshore The Albanese Government continues to partner with Snowy Monaro Regional Council to deliver local priority projects, with over $1.1 million flowing to upgrades at the Lake Jindabyne Foreshore.

LCRI funding to make Rocky roads safer Work to upgrade one of Rockhampton’s most dangerous intersections is now under way thanks to new funding from the Albanese Labor Government.

Delivering local priorities in Cooma The Albanese Government continues to partner with Snowy Monaro Regional Council to deliver local priority projects, with $130,000 flowing towards community infrastructure and amenity improvements in Cooma.

$10.4 million Currawang Road Upgrade Progressing The Albanese and Minns Labor Governments continue to partner with Goulburn Mulwaree Council to deliver high-priority road safety improvements, with $10.4 million flowing towards upgrades on Currawang Road.

Tender awarded for Brindabella Road survey and design The Albanese Government is committed to improving road safety across Eden-Monaro, with significant upgrades to priority sections of Brindabella Road, from the Brindabella Valley to the ACT border, a step closer.

Strengthening development and local leadership in our regions The Albanese Government continues to strengthen regional communities, with over $117 million to flow to Regional Development Australia (RDA) committees over the next five years.

Barclay Street Recreation Precinct Upgrades complete Weekends and after school have never looked better in Eden (on the NSW far south coast), with a series of upgrades to the Barclay Street Recreation Precinct complete, in time for the holiday season.

Walk among the clouds on the officially opened Snowies Alpine Walk A new multi-day hiking trail through the breathtaking alpine scenery of southern New South Wales is complete and ready for adventure, with the entire Snowies Alpine Walk in Kosciuszko National Park officially opened on the afternoon of Monday 2 De

Australia Day drone show returns to Canberra Flight Drone SkyShow will return to Canberra this Australia Day weekend for a series of shows to reflect, respect and celebrate the ever-evolving story of our nation.