Media releases

Kingsford Smith 2045 Master Plan approved The Master Plan 2045 for Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport has been approved, recognising the airport’s ongoing role as a critical domestic and international gateway to Australia’s largest city.

Consortium to progress planning for key freight rail upgrades to support Westport Planning and preparatory work for key freight rail upgrades and a new grade separation in Perth's south is underway to support the future Westport container terminal in Kwinana.

Works underway on vital defence precinct upgrades Vital transport infrastructure upgrades to accommodate the increased activity being driven by South Australia’s burgeoning defence industry have now commenced.

Rail Safety Week issues reminder to not risk the rails This year the message for Rail Safety Week is simple: don’t risk the rails. Held between 10-16 August this year, Rail Safety Week reminds and encourages safe behaviours on and around our rail networks.

Vietjet next to land at Western Sydney International Airport Direct flights from Western Sydney to South East Asia are on the way, with Vietjet signing on to fly from the Western Sydney International (Nancy-Bird Walton) Airport (WSI). 

Meeting with Airservices The delays and disruptions we have seen at Sydney Airport over the last three days have been unacceptable and have caused significant disruption to passengers, staff and airlines. 

New Fremantle Traffic Bridge to open before end of the year The Albanese and Cook Labor Governments have today confirmed construction of the new Fremantle Traffic Bridge is progressing ahead of schedule, with the project on track to fully open to road users later this year.

Doors opening: first tram departs Burleigh From 6am on Sunday morning, the first passengers will board a tram service from Burleigh Heads, marking a major transport milestone for the Gold Coast. 

Stronger product safety standards for e-bikes The Albanese Government is continuing to crack down on the sale of unsafe e‑bikes to protect consumers and the community.

Griffith Uni expands Gold Coast health technology footprint Manufacturing cell therapies for spinal injuries, malaria vaccine development and testing medical devices will be the cornerstone of Griffith University’s new Health and Advanced Technology Research and Innovation

Draft aviation disability standards released Clear disability standards for Australia’s aviation industry are closer to reality, with a consultation paper outlining draft standards released today.

Works to start on Brisbane Valley Highway safety project Key intersection improvements are now underway to deliver safer and more efficient roads for Queenslanders as part of the Brisbane Valley Highway Upgrade Program.

Work begins on the Mannering Park shared pathway The first sod has been turned on a new multi-million dollar shared pathway today, that will connect Mannering Park, Kingfisher Shores and Chain Valley Bay and enhance local cycling and walking in the region.

Procurement begins on Mona Vale Road West as improved design released The Mona Vale Road West upgrade (in Sydney's north) is taking a major step forward, with an updated design now being prepared following community and stakeholder feedback.

Sod turn for Central Queensland University Cairns CBD Campus The new Central Queensland (CQ) University Cairns CBD campus is another step closer to reality, with representatives from the Australian Government and the university gathering today for a ceremonial sod turn at the Hartle