Media releases

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. 

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). 

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. 

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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.

$50 million in funding open for active transport The next funding round of the Active Transport Fund is now open, for new or upgraded bicycle and walking pathways across Australia.

Central Arnhem Road set to be upgraded A 14-kilometre section of the Central Arnhem Road is set to be upgraded and sealed, improving access for remote communities and strengthening critical road infrastructure.

Tender awarded to design and construct Northern Suburbs Youth Hub in Darwin The Northern Suburbs Youth Hub is a step closer, with a contract awarded to design and construct the new facility at Leanyer Recreation Park in Darwin’s northeast.

New National Convention and Entertainment Centre takes major step forward The Australian and ACT Governments’ commitment to deliver a new National Convention and Entertainment Centre has taken a major step forward, with a significant tender released to market.