Media releases

Vehicle standards review now underway The Albanese Government will shortly commence a review of the Australian Design Rules – our legislated road vehicle standards – including to consider regulatory barriers to the supply of electric vehicles to the Australian market.

Housing boost for South Australia The Albanese Government is boosting South Australia’s housing supply by investing in critical infrastructure that will unlock almost 4000 more homes across the state.  

A more competitive Sydney Airport is on its way The Albanese Government has today passed the most significant reforms to slot management at Sydney Airport in 25 years, setting the scene for a more competitive aviation sector.

Audit confirms need for Sydney Airport slot bill The Albanese Government’s first independent audit report into the domestic slot system at Sydney Airport has been released today, underscoring the need for the passage of the Sydney Airport Demand Management Amendment

Northern Adelaide intersection fix to support new housing A notorious intersection in Adelaide’s northern suburbs will be fixed, thanks to a partnership between the Australian and South Australian governments.

Government welcomes extension of Rex administration until 30 June 2025 I welcome the decision by the Federal Court to agree to extend the convening period for the Rex (Airlines) voluntary administration to 30 June 2025. 

Sydney Airport slots reforms pass the House The Albanese Government is building a more competitive aviation industry, with legislation passing the House of Representatives to reform Sydney Airport’s slot management system. 

Ensuring a fairer, more competitive Sydney Airport The Albanese Government is building a more competitive aviation sector, with a bill before parliament this week to further reform the allocation of slots at Sydney Airport. 

Matchday facilities upgrades commenced at UTAS Stadium Construction is now underway on the University of Tasmania (UTAS) Stadium redevelopment in Launceston with work on the matchday facility upgrades commencing this week.

ANAO finds Growing Regions Program follows rules The Government welcomes the Australian National Audit Office’s report into the implementation and award of funding in the Growing Regions Program, which found the program was largely effective. 

Causeway pedestrian bridges set for December opening Perth's new pedestrian and cyclist bridges will open just days before Christmas on Sunday, 22 December, with a community and family-friendly evening event to celebrate the opening.

Major rail upgrade supports north-west NSW grain industry The Australian Rail Track Corporation has completed the Narrabri to Turrawan Line Upgrade just in time for what’s anticipated to be one of the largest grain harvests for farmers in north-west New South Wales.

Improving access to critical road safety data The Albanese Government is increasing the road safety data collected in order to better inform responses to road trauma and the concerning increase in road deaths.

Australian Government thanks outgoing NHVR CEO The Australian Government thanks outgoing National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) CEO Sal Petroccitto OAM for his leadership and dedication to the role.

Albanese Government backs regional aviation The Albanese Government continues to support critical regional aviation services, today announcing it will provide financing of up to $80 million to keep Rex’s regional routes running during an extension of th