Media releases

Albanese Government building future of WA The Albanese Labor Government is building Australia’s future, today providing First Port of Entry to three critical ports in Western Australia’s north, along with a major package to boost housing and build community infrastructure in the state’s r

The Albanese Government is turbocharging housing in Queensland The Albanese Labor Government is boosting Queensland’s housing supply by investing $101.8 million in critical infrastructure that will unlock more than 4,800 more homes across the state.

Albanese Government investing in regional Queensland The Albanese Government is helping Queensland’s regions to thrive by investing $159 million in community infrastructure that will help improve the lives of locals.

Albanese Government delivering for Kennedy The Albanese Labor Government is building Australia’s future today, announcing over $50 million to boost housing and deliver community infrastructure projects in the electorate of Kennedy.

$40 million major intersection upgrade package for Gilgandra The Albanese and Minns Labor governments are investing $40 million to upgrade key intersections in Gilgandra (NSW central inland north) to make them safer for heavy vehicle drivers and locals. 

Albanese Labor Government delivering for Far North Queensland The Albanese Labor Government is building Australia’s future today, announcing $50 million to boost housing and deliver community infrastructure projects in Cairns and Far North Queensland.

$7.2 billion in new funding from the Australian Government to fix Bruce Highway Queenslanders deserve a long term plan for essential infrastructure, and the Albanese Government is delivering that certainty as we build Australia’s future.

Aviation Customer Rights Charter out for consultation The Albanese Government is working hard to get Australian travellers a better deal, releasing the draft Aviation Customer Rights Charter today for public consultation over the summer period. 

Boorloo Bridge now open for pedestrians and cyclists One of the most iconic structures ever delivered in Perth is now open, with thousands of walkers, runners and cyclists heading across the new Boorloo Bridge today.

South Australian highways ready for the holiday haul Upgrades on four key highways in South Australia will be completed just in time for Christmas, helping keep holiday-makers safe on the road.

Lumsden Point project key contracts awarded The Lumsden Point expansion is on track to create jobs and trade opportunities in Port Hedland with two key contracts awarded by Pilbara Ports.

Funding to help Whyalla Airport soar The Albanese Government is investing $16.2 million towards upgrading Whyalla Airport to ensure the community remains connected. 

Making federal funding available for priority projects nationwide The Albanese Government is funding local infrastructure and essential community equipment to ensure Australia’s communities are even better places to live, with guidelines for Stronger Communities Programme Round 9

Safer driving with road upgrades across Tasmania The Australian and Tasmanian governments have committed $27.5 million in joint funding to improve safety on targeted regional roads through the Road Safety Program.

MYEFO investing in a sustainable infrastructure pipeline The Albanese Government is ensuring infrastructure investment focuses on delivering priority road and rail projects, investing an additional $2.7 billion on infrastructure over the forward estimates in the 2024-25